Xolile Mtembu

Digital Journalist, IOL News

Level 4 warning issued as severe thunderstorms set to batter large parts of KZN on Saturday

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

The South African Weather Service has issued a Level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms across KwaZulu-Natal, effective Saturday.

From rags to carcasses: The mess that forced the closure of two Umhlanga beaches

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

Two major Durban beaches were abruptly closed after a pump station failure exposed severe sewer blockages caused by foreign objects.

Booted out of Australia: What we know about Matthew Gruter's return to SA

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

A civil engineer deported from Australia after appearing at a neo-Nazi protest has returned to South Africa insisting he was unfairly targeted.

Exclusive | 'I did the killing': Errol Musk opens up about deadly farm attack, Russia and the ANC

Brandon Nel and Xolile Mtembu|Updated

“I have fired back,” says Errol Musk, referring to an alleged Johannesburg farm attack during which he killed three men.

Watch Video'Rogue act of piracy' - Palestine Solidarity Campaign demands release of activists abducted by Israel

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The Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) has condemned the Israeli interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla, describing it as a violation of international law and ...

UPDATE | 'A moment of deep grief': Ramaphosa pays tribute to Nathi Mthethwa following 'tragic' death in France

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Nkosinathi Mthethwa, 58, has been missing in Paris since Monday afternoon, last seen near the Bois de Boulogne.

Preserving Zulu heritage: The stories, symbols and traditions that refuse to fade

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Delve into the vibrant traditions of Zulu culture, where age-old practices such as tossing milk teeth and smearing cow dung on homestead floors are vital for preserving ...

Watch VideoWhy Durban taxis went on strike — and what it means for commuters

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Commuters in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, are facing significant disruptions as taxis remain absent due to a strike.

NGOs warn of setback in battle against HIV, Aids due to US funding cut

Thami Magubane and Xolile Mtembu|Published

Non-governmental organisations express grave concerns over US funding cuts, warning that the decision could reverse two decades of progress in the fight against ...

SA man serving in Israeli Sniper Unit accused of killing civilians

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Bayhack was allegedly part of a battalion that fired at civilians, men, women, children, the elderly, and the wounded indiscriminately in Gaza.

Your ultimate five-month guide to acing final Matric exams

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Matric exams are essential because they determine your overall academic performance and can have a significant impact on your future educational and career opportunities. ...

Stepfather gets life imprisonment for raping 14-year-old stepdaughter

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The man raped his then 14-year-old stepdaughter in Galeshewe between 2017 and June 22, 2020. He initially threatened to kill her and her mother if she reported the ...

Ratepayers halt municipality's upgrade of informal settlement in Durban suburb

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The struggle over this land reportedly dates back more than 30 years, and throughout that time the informal settlement continued to grow.

South African youth cannot go an hour without smartphones, says survey

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92 percent feel they could not go more than 24 hours without having their mobile device close by, revealed the survey.

‘Free PR’ MK Party happy over ConCourt’s decision over Jacob Zuma

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South Africans have not held back on their opinions on MK Party and Constitutional’s Court decision.

‘Gym bro’ dies after lifting his body by chin in bizarre exercise

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The human neck can only hold up to 25kg according to experts, however, this man lifted his whole body.

How to save money based on your star sign

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Do you believe in zodiac signs? Well, your financial fate could be written in the stars.

Marital rape and child marriages considered legal in some African countries - family law study

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According to the research, regulations in Cameroon, Nigeria, Senegal, South Sudan, Sudan, and Tanzania continue to allow child marriage.

WATCH: 26-year-old woman says she has not eaten or drunk anything for 16 years

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This woman has baffled scientists and ordinary people alike with her claim that she has not had a morsel to eat nor a drop of anything to drink for 16 whole years. ...

African women still face widespread discrimination in family laws, study suggests

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Discriminatory family laws can have serious consequences for women and girls, increasing their vulnerability to sexual and gender-based abuse.

Lab-grown diamonds are cheaper, ethical and changing the game

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Under the correct conditions, a lab-grown diamond may grow around a millimetre in diameter per day, whereas wild diamonds take millions of years to form.

Against all odds: Student born without arms graduates with cum laude

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Kgosatsana Sithole, who was born with phocomelia, an uncommon disorder marked by shortened or absent upper or lower limbs, has achieved an extraordinary feat by ...

Homeless woman lives in supermarket sign for a year before being found out

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Police ended up nicknaming her the ‘roof ninja’ for her stealthy approach to entering and exiting the rooftop sign unseen.

Use these essential natural hair tips to make your afro flourish this winter

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With proper care, your hair can be healthy in every season.