Drakensberg Roads: A Tourism Time Bomb!

Karen Singh|Published

The iconic Drakensberg mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are in crisis as crumbling roads threaten to undermine the region's tourism economy. Industry leaders ...

'Crumbling roads are killing our business': Industry leaders demand urgent repairs in the Drakensberg

Karen Singh|Updated

The iconic Drakensberg mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are in crisis as crumbling roads threaten to undermine the region's tourism economy. Industry leaders ...

King Shaka Airport 16th anniversary: Major upgrades move full steam ahead

Mercury Reporter|Published

King Shaka International Airport celebrates its 16th anniversary as a vital economic hub in KwaZulu-Natal, showcasing a remarkable recovery from the pandemic and ...

'We will pursue justice': SIU targets construction companies for R85 million border wall fraud

Bongani Hans|Updated

Two construction companies face serious allegations of fraud and incomplete work in a R85 million border wall project, as the SIU demands repayment and investigates ...

ANC appoints Ramaphosa's allies in KZN, eThekwini ahead of elections

Willem Phungula|Updated

The ANC has appointed key allies of President Cyril Ramaphosa in KwaZulu-Natal and eThekwini, signaling a strategic move ahead of the upcoming local government elections. ...

November 4 local govt election date: Eligible South Africans urged to register to vote

Mercury Reporter|Published

With local government elections set for November 4, the IEC urges prospective voters, especially young South Africans to register to vote and shape their communities' ...

R12.5 billion project to modernise South Africa's border infrastructure

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

The Border Management Authority has launched a groundbreaking R12.5 billion project to modernise six of the country's busiest ports of entry.

One step closer: Club Med Beach and Safari Resort receives official occupation certificate

Given Majola|Updated

On Thursday, the Club Med South Africa Beach and Safari resort in Tinley Manor celebrated a major milestone with the handover of its occupation certificate, marking ...

SAPS launches manhunt for gang that killed KZN Crime Intelligence officer in Mt Edgecombe

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

SAPS has launched a manhunt after a Crime Intelligence officer was killed and another wounded in a brazen ambush in Durban, highlighting the ongoing risks faced ...

Fire ravages Quarry Road West informal settlement, dozens displaced in Durban

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

A devastating fire has destroyed at least 80 informal dwellings at the Quarry Road West settlement, displacing numerous residents. The KZN government is investigating ...

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, ...

KZN Crime Intelligence cop shot dead, another injured in Mt Edgecombe

Mercury Reporter|Published

A KZN Crime Intelligence officer was fatally shot and a colleague critically injured in what appears to be a targeted ambush in Mount Edgecombe, north of Durban. ...

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 ...

Minister Cachalia reassures SAPS officers amid leadership shift

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia addresses SAPS officers, promising stability and accountability amid leadership changes and public scrutiny.

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.

SAPS investigates officer for alleged bribery video on TikTok

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

SAPS launches an urgent investigation into a police officer caught on TikTok allegedly soliciting a bribe, as public outrage grows over corruption within the force. ...

Minister Sisisi Tolashe to appear in Parliament to respond to SUV, nanny allegations

Theolin Tembo|Updated

The Department of Social Development defends Minister Sisisi Tolashe against allegations of misusing public resources and calls for clarity in media reporting.

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. ...

ActionSA proposes special team in KwaDukuza to tackle illegal immigration

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

ActionSA in KwaZulu-Natal has introduced a motion to establish a specialised unit aimed at addressing illegal immigration and related activities, highlighting community ...