Zainul Dawood

Multimedia Journalist

eThekwini Municipality invests R3 million in job creation programme

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality is prioritising job creation through a R3 million investment in the Global Business Services sector.

Outcry over eThekwini Municipality's R2.8 million logo rebranding initiative

Zainul Dawood|Updated

Following the conclusion of public engagements on the controversial R2.8 million logo rebranding, eThekwini Municipality faces mounting scrutiny over its priorities ...

eThekwini Municipality's R2.7 billion budget adjustment prioritises water, sanitation, and housing

Zainul Dawood|Updated

The eThekwini Municipality's R2.7 billion budget adjustment is set to transform housing, sanitation, and water supply services.

Umbilo calls for urgent action on drug abuse and homelessness crisis

Zainul Dawood|Updated

Durban Metro Police are intensifying efforts to combat drug dealing and homelessness under the M4 freeway, with recent operations leading to drug seizures

Thousands of fish dead: KwaDukuza beaches closed as pollution investigation begins

Zainul Dawood|Updated

An investigation is underway following a pollution incident that resulted in the death of thousands of fish at the Mhlali River mouth in KwaDukuza

Zero-tolerance enforcement blitz to improve safety on Durban's M7 Solomon Mahlangu Drive

Zainul Dawood|Updated

Following tragic accidents, Project M7 launches a multi-agency task force to enforce road safety on Durban's M7 Solomon Mahlangu Drive, aiming to prevent future ...

eThekwini ratepayers demand inclusion in municipal budget drafting process

Zainul Dawood|Updated

The eThekwini Ratepayers Protest Movement (ERPM) is calling for urgent reforms to enhance public participation in the municipal budget preparation for 2026/27, stressing ...

Msunduzi Municipality seeks public input on draft tariffs for 2026/27

Zainul Dawood|Updated

Msunduzi Municipality invites residents to voice their opinions on draft tariffs for the 2026/27 financial year, ensuring community input shapes the future of local ...

eThekwini Municipality takes decisive action against vagrants and drug camps near Albert Park

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality's recent clean-up operation on Che Guevara Road removes vagrants and clears illegal dumping

KZN's R3.6 billion boost for health, education, and disaster relief

Zainul Dawood|Updated

KZN government allocates R3.6 billion to urgently address pressing needs in health, education, and disaster recovery.

Join the Denis Hurley Centre in spreading holiday cheer: Volunteer opportunities available

Zainul Dawood|Updated

The Denis Hurley Centre where volunteers are needed to serve meals to those in need throughout the festive season

Umhlanga beaches temporarily closed: Residents express disappointment over sewer repairs

Zainul Dawood|Updated

Umhlanga's Bronze Beach and Main Beach are temporarily closed due to a malfunction at the Ohlange Wastewater Pump Station, leaving beachgoers frustrated and concerned ...

Application made for Curries Fountain stadium to be declared a provincial heritage site in KwaZulu-Natal

Zainul Dawood|Published

An application has been made for the Curries Fountain stadium, which is over 100 years old, to be declared a provincial heritage site.

eThekwini Municipality takes action to curb water loss: Restrictors to be installed

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Water and Sanitation is set to implement a new strategy involving the installation of 88 972 water restrictors to combat significant water losses and enhance ...

Promises of water supply to rural KZN communities

Ntuthuko Mlondo and Zainul Dawood|Published

Department of Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu, recently promised that 250 000 households in the the Zululand and uMzinyathi District Municipalities will ...

KwaZulu-Natal abounds with investment opportunities

Zainul Dawood and Ntuthuko Mlondo|Published

The City of Durban hosts Africa’s Travel Indaba, where delegates can look forward to vibrant spice markets, authentic Zulu culture and a vibrant cityscape and nightlife, ...

Solar storm impacting Earth behind auroras

Zainul Dawood and Staff Reporter|Published

The South African National Space Agency (Sansa) Space Weather Centre issued several G4 warnings and, for the first time since 2003, one G5 warning was issued.

‘Way paved for Jacob Zuma to resume and complete impactful work he began as head of state’

Zainul Dawood and Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Months after the January 17 Daily News exclusive titled: ‘IEC bars Zuma from returning to the Union Buildings’; the electoral court, in a historic ruling nullified ...

‘Family distraught at videoed murder of cop’

Aphiwe Mthembu and Zainul Dawood|Published

The family of murdered Durban metro police officer Bianca Khuzwayo say the footage of her death, recorded by the accused, was enough evidence to convict him in court. ...

City, NPO in deal to shelter homeless

Ntuthuko Mlondo and Zainul Dawood|Published

The eThekwini Municipality is planning to renew a R1. 5 million Memorandum of Understanding with the special purpose vehicle, to continue with programmes for the ...

Border wall project: call for transparency

Zainul Dawood|Published

The IFP has called for KwaZulu-Natal Premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube must be more transparent on the R85 million new Jersey Barrier Wall project at the South African/Mozambican ...

Helping small businesses to grow

Zainul Dawood|Published

The Clermont Art Flea Market is the means to reach out to customers and make the most of the opportunities available.

Legislature ready for 2024 opening at a cost of R3.2m

Zainul Dawood|Published

Premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube is expected to deliver the State of the Province Address on Wednesday.

90% of beaches ‘excellent’, says City

Zainul Dawood|Published

Three beaches closest to Umgeni River had to be closed to safeguard public.

SA plumbing institute responds to video of pipe repair in eThekwini

Zainul Dawood|Published

The Institute of Plumbing South Africa said it had seen far too many incidents in municipalities where water pipe repairs and cut-ins are often done incorrectly. ...