City's Eric Apelgren reflects on 25 years of enhancing Durban's global image

Thami Magubane|Published 9 hours ago

Eric Apelgren retires after 25 years as Durban's Head of International and Governance Relations, reflecting on his achievements in enhancing the city's global partnerships and investment opportunities.

Stats show decline in Durban's medium-sized businesses

Thami Magubane|Published 1 day ago

Medium-sized businesses in Durban are facing significant challenges, with many closing down or relocating. This article explores the city's mixed economic performance, ...

Premier Ntuli commits to improving service delivery in KwaZulu-Natal

Thami Magubane|Published 1 day ago

Thami Ntuli, the Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, outlines his government's commitment to tackling service delivery issues and restoring public trust during the Provincial ...

Durban beachfront traders call for quick replacement of Funworld amid business decline

Thami Magubane|Published 1 day ago

Traders along Durban's beachfront are struggling to survive after the closure of Funworld amusement park, urging the municipality to expedite the process to develop ...

King Cetshwayo District Municipality faces water restrictions amid R600 million debt dispute with water board

Thami Magubane|Published 2 days ago

Explore the escalating water debt crisis in KwaZulu-Natal, where a R600 million dispute has led to severe water supply restrictions affecting a northern KZN municipality ...

Nu Metro Cinemas partners with LX Seth Academy to empower future filmmakers

Partnered Content|Published 2 days ago

Through this partnership, Nu Metro will provide its state-of-the-art cinema venues as immersive learning spaces, allowing students to refine their craft in a real-world ...

Mabuyakhulu discusses ANC's revival strategy in KwaZulu-Natal

Thami Magubane|Published 3 days ago

Mike Mabuyakhulu, ANC leader in KwaZulu-Natal, discusses the party's plans to rebuild its reputation and reconnect with communities following significant electoral ...

ANC and alliance partners in KwaZulu-Natal rebuilding relationship

Thami Magubane|Published 3 days ago

The ANC in KwaZulu-Natal is reportedly rebuilding its relationship with alliance partners, according to Cosatu leader Edwin Mkhize. This article explores the positive ...

Ratepayer groups welcome investigations launched into three KZN municipalities

Thami Magubane|Published 3 days ago

Ratepayer organisations express relief as KZN MEC announces investigations into several municipalities, citing long-standing concerns over mismanagement and corruption ...

SAPS in KwaZulu-Natal faces resource shortages, including lack of shooting range

Thami Magubane|Published 1 week ago

SAPS in KwaZulu-Natal is grappling with critical resource shortages, including a lack of training facilities and ICT assets, as highlighted by Major General Siyanda ...

Msunduzi traffic officers picket against alleged abuse of power, management failures

Thami Magubane|Published 1 week ago

Traffic officers in Msunduzi Municipality are protesting against alleged abuse of power and management failures, demanding accountability for their grievances

Efforts underway by South African researchers to validate traditional medicines for HIV

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published 1 week ago

South African researchers are making significant strides in validating traditional medicines for HIV treatment, highlighting the potential for economic growth and ...

KZN police, business sector report success in fight against construction mafia syndicates

Thami Magubane|Published 1 week ago

The partnership between the South African Police Service and business leaders in KwaZulu-Natal is effectively dismantling construction mafia syndicates, leading ...

Business community praises presidential working group for service delivery improvements in eThekwini

Thami Magubane|Published 1 week ago

The business community in eThekwini Municipality believes the Presidential Working Group is effectively addressing service delivery challenges, despite concerns ...

Ongoing truck congestion in Richards Bay: a call for infrastructure improvements

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published 1 week ago

Truck congestion near Richards Bay continues to disrupt transport operations, with stakeholders citing failures in the railway system and port infrastructure as ...

Auditor General warns KwaZulu-Natal municipalities over concerning audit results, complacency

Thami Magubane|Published 1 week ago

Leaders of major municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal face criticism from the Auditor General for failing to improve audit outcomes, highlighting issues of complacency ...

SADTU rejects Godongwana's warning on 19000 KZN teachers' job losses amid VAT increase debate

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published 1 week ago

The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) in KZN refutes claims of 19,000 teaching posts being at risk, attributing the statement to pressure tactics ...

Durban residents weigh in on City's R400 million adjustment budget for water infrastructure

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published 2 weeks ago

eThekwini Municipality has approved a R400 million budget for water infrastructure maintenance and R378 million for sanitation in the 2024/25 financial year. Despite ...

From rural village to fashion success: DUT student's entrepreneurial journey

Ashley Lechman|Published 2 weeks ago

From humble beginnings in rural Impendle to winning international competitions, DUT student Luyanda Majozi's streetwear brand Enigmatic Cotton is revolutionising ...

Families left devastated in eThekwini

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published 3 weeks ago

Residents of eThekwini Municipality face devastation as floods claim lives and leave families homeless, raising urgent questions about safety and urban planning