KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi arrives to give testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. The Mkhize family at KwaNzimakwe area on the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal have lost hope in the criminal court justice system. In 2012, the family lost Wandile Mkhize, who was shot dead. Mkhize was a African National Congress…
File image | Silhouette of seated person, hand on forehead in pose of resignation against background of negative labelling thoughts. Learners at Teto Secondary School at Welkom in the Free State have shared heartbreaking stories about their suicide attempts. This happened during a Suicide Prevention Campaign held at the school. One of the learners says…
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, has concluded his testimony at the Madlanga Commission in Pretoria. During his testimony, Mkhwanazi again claimed Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu, had ties with an alleged criminal syndicate that infiltrated law enforcement agencies. [HAPPENING NOW] Day 3 of the Madlanga Commission has commenced. First on the agenda is the matter of businessman…
Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero. Johannesburg Mayor, Dada Morero has reiterated his claim that rapid population growth and aging infrastructure are issues contributing to water supply problems. Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Water and Sanitation yesterday gave Morero and Joburg Water 14 days to present concrete solutions to the ongoing water supply disruptions. Many residents say they…
SA Navy badges. The families of three sailors who lost their lives at sea off the coast of Cape Town two years ago have expressed appreciation to Chief of the South African Navy, Vice Admiral Monde Lobese for honoring their loved ones. A Submarine Squadron Memorial Site has been unveiled in Simon’s Town. The memorial…
Hermann Traub from Pixabay. The Ingcayizivele Book Festival is making strides in preserving culture through literature as the third edition of the festival takes place in Mbombela, Mpumalanga. Learners from schools around the metro are taking part. The festival, organized by a non-profit organization BookHive, focuses on the importance of indigenous literature and storytelling. Thirty…
A graphic showing handcuffs. Police say two suspects have been arrested for hijacking a truck with goods on Gauteng’s East Rand. Ekurhuleni Metro Police Officers received information about the whereabouts of the suspects and proceeded to a residence in Midrand yesterday. The first male suspect was found in the vicinity and was arrested. They then…
Rural KZN can now receive hypertension care in their homes. A clinical trial conducted in the rural setting of KwaZulu-Natal has shown that Hypertension patients can safely and effectively manage this chronic condition in their own homes, when supported through technology and home-based care. #PODCAST World Hypertension Day: Unpacking the risks of high blood pressure…
Former rugby fullback, Bevin Fortuin. The Cheetahs and Springboks fullback, Bevin Fortuin, has been laid to rest in his hometown of George in the Western Cape. The 46-year-old died last week following a heart attack at a training session. At the time of his death, he was the head coach of the Limpopo-based Northam Rhinos…
A picture showing lighting. A severe thunderstorm accompanied by heavy downpours and damaging winds is expected to hit areas in the north-east of KwaZulu-Natal and last until 11pm this evening. The severe weather pattern is expected to persist in areas such as Ladysmith, Estcourt, Msinga, Nkandla, Mooi-River and many others. Residents are urged to take…
