Thami Magubane

Journalist, The Mercury

Sugarcane farmers bid to save Tongaat Hulett from liquidation

Thami Magubane|Published

Farmers in South Africa are rallying to save Tongaat Hulett from liquidation, with a new grower-led initiative aimed at securing funding and preserving jobs in the ...

Almost half of KZN Health's ambulances are waiting for repairs

Thami Magubane|Published

More than 200 ambulances in the Department of Health are awaiting repairs, leading to significant delays in emergency response times. A report reveals ongoing issues ...

South Africa's Department of Health to launch injectable lenacapavir for HIV prevention

Thami Magubane|Published

The Department of Health in South Africa is set to roll out injectable PrEP, a bi-annual HIV prevention medication, in KwaZulu-Natal. This initiative aims to provide ...

eThekwini mayor challenges Eskom and uMngeni-uThukela's bulk tariff hikes

Thami Magubane|Published

Mayor Cyril Xaba of eThekwini Municipality is voicing strong opposition to proposed water and electricity bulk tariff increases imposed by suppliers for the 2026-2027 ...

Dube TradePort reveals private jet facilities plan for King Shaka Airport

Thami Magubane|Published

Dube TradePort's plan to build private jet facilities at King Shaka International Airport aims to attract high-net-worth individuals and boost business aviation ...

Ramaphosa's double standards? Accused of shielding allies after Tolashe fired

Thami Magubane|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa faces accusations of political manipulation following the dismissal of Minister Sisisi Tolashe, as allegations of wrongdoing swirl around ...

Concerns mount over the future of South Africa's bus rapid transit systems as Treasury halts funding

Thami Magubane|Published

The Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in South Africa, which has cost R80 billion, faces potential phasing out due to poor implementation and funding cuts.

Tributes pour in for late uMhlathuze deputy mayor Christo Botha

Thami Magubane|Published

uMhlathuze deputy mayor Christo Botha has passed away after a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy of service and dedication.

MKP accused of blocking government clinic construction over workers' salary dispute

Thami Magubane|Published

The Umkhonto we Sizwe Party is accused of obstructing the construction of a government clinic in Pietermaritzburg due to salary disputes with contractors, raising ...

Dube TradePort unveils Dube AgriZone 2 to empower small-scale farmers

Thami Magubane|Published

Dube TradePort is set to launch Dube AgriZone 2, an initiative aimed at empowering small-scale farmers and enhancing agricultural production in South Africa

New DA leadership in KwaZulu-Natal aims to strengthen voter base

Thami Magubane|Published

The newly elected leadership of the DA in KwaZulu-Natal, led by Sthembiso Ngema, is set to enhance the party's presence and attract new voters ahead of local government ...

Five suspected rhino poachers killed in shootout near Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park

Thami Magubane|Published

In a significant operation, five suspected rhino poachers were killed during a shootout with police near Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park, highlighting ongoing efforts to ...

Farmers in crisis: SA's citrus industry calls for urgent rail reform

Thami Magubane|Published

Farmers in South Africa are sounding the alarm over the deteriorating rail network, warning that without urgent reforms, the citrus industry faces potential bankruptcy ...

eThekwini water alert: Sabotage and vandalism trigger supply disruptions, losses

Thami Magubane|Published

The eThekwini Municipality is grappling with extensive damage to its water and electricity infrastructure due to vandalism and theft, exacerbated by contractor payment ...

IFP suspends KZN youth leader Mncedisi Maphisa, another member over leaked recording

Thami Magubane|Published

The Inkatha Freedom Party has suspended two members following the emergence of a phone call recording that allegedly incites violence within the party.

Club Med Resort opening in KwaZulu-Natal, promising to boost European tourism

Thami Magubane|Published

Club Med Resort's opening in KwaDukuza is expected to significantly enhance European tourist numbers and stimulate luxury development along KwaZulu-Natal's North ...

Durban Chamber condemns business intimidation

Thami Magubane|Published

Business organisations in Durban and Pietermaritzburg express concerns over intimidation by politically affiliated groups, warning of its detrimental impact on business ...

Deputy Mayor urges eThekwini residents to prevent winter fires

Thami Magubane|Published

Deputy Mayor Zandile Myeni visits fire victims in eThekwini's Quarry West Informal Settlement, urging residents to take precautions against winter fires and highlighting ...

Concerns arise over R20 million vehicle procurement for traditional leaders in KZN

Thami Magubane|Published

Recent revelations about the R20 million vehicle purchase for traditional leaders in KwaZulu-Natal have sparked scrutiny over transparency and funding sustainability, ...

Two KZN municipalities face possible administration over governance woes

Thami Magubane|Published

Two municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal, Impendle and uThukela, are facing potential administration due to severe governance failures and service delivery challenges, ...

Mbhele stands firm on eThekwini invoicing system despite contractor protests

Thami Magubane|Published

Despite strong opposition from service providers, eThekwini Municipality's City Manager, Musa Mbhele, reaffirms the commitment to the online invoicing system, highlighting ...

KZN Education Department summoned by SAHRC amid funding failures

Thami Magubane|Published

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education is facing scrutiny from the Human Rights Commission over its failure to pay essential funding to schools.

eThekwini issues warning on vandalism amid contractors' protest

Thami Magubane|Published

The eThekwini Municipality has issued a stern warning against vandalism of city infrastructure, linking recent damage to protests over unpaid service providers. ...

eThekwini mayor Xaba calls for specialised courts to tackle land invasions

Thami Magubane|Published

Mayor Cyril Xaba proposes the establishment of special courts to combat land invasions and property hijackings in Ethekwini, aiming to protect property owners and ...

KZN budget cuts: More than 40,000 learners set to lose scholar transport

Thami Magubane|Published

More than 40,000 earners may lose access to essential scholar transport services due to drastic budget cuts, raising concerns over education inequality and potential ...