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Wyebank Murders: Protest outside Pinetown Magistrate's Court
There's been a protest outside the Pinetown Magistrate's Court ahead of the appearance of a man who allegedly murdered his four children. He is accused of hanging 4-year-old Kuhlekonke, 6-year-old Khwezi and 10-year-old Sphesihle in their home last month. Jenni Black, who's been protesting outside court this morning, says as…
The ANC's Mdumiseni Ntuli says that it's trying to find out who is to blame for the municipality's financial issues.
The KwaZulu-Natal ANC says poorly managed municipalities are going to be closely monitored, this after the Pietermaritzburg High Court ordered Eskom not to cut Newcastle's electricity supply, for now.
Zondo commission questions Saxonwold venue for Duduzane’s meeting with Jonas
Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo has questioned the choice of venue for the infamous meeting between Duduzane, Zuma Fana Hlongwane and former finance minister Mcebisi Jonas in October 2015.
#StateCaptureInquiry: Peter Thabethe
Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo put the question to former Head of Free State Agriculture, Peter Thabethe who has been testifying on Friday.
Prince Harry addresses gender-based violence in South Africa
Gender-based violence is one of the issues the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are addressing on their visit to South Africa. They are calling on all people to respect women. The Royals visited an NGO in Nyanga, near Cape Town yesterday. Prince Harry echoed the sentiments shared by President Cyril…
ConCourt upholds judgement outlawing spanking
The Constitutional Court has upheld a 2017 high court judgment outlawing corporal punishment in private homes.
#NicholasNinow found guilty on #DrosRape case
Child rapist - Nicholas Ninow who's admitted to raping a 7-year-old girl in a Pretoria restaurant a year ago - has been found guilty by the North Gauteng High Court.
Family of stabbed DUT student appeals for help
The family of Sandile Ndlovu, the Durban University of Technology student who was stabbed on campus recently, is pleading for help.
DUT suspends academic programme following security concerns
Durban University of Technology management has suspended academic activities at the institution following student protests today over campus security.
Former Public Protector heading to the courts
Lawyers for Thuli Madonsela are gearing up for a fight in court. Madonsela says being called a "spy" has hurt her reputation and she is not taking the accusation sitting down.
South Africans are not xenophobic: Mogoeng
South Africans are not xenophobic: Mogoeng
#CrimeStats appear low: Expert
Security expert, Johan Burger says the reliability of the country's crime stats is debatable.
Using a car seat correctly can save your child's life
Many road users do not understand the importance of strapping children securely into car seats, even of travelling for a short trip.
Paracetamol found in Natasha Conabeer's system: Family
The aunt of Durban woman, Natasha Conabeer who died in ICU yesterday says doctors found a large amount of paracetamol in her niece's system.
I was told I'm so talented I never needed a matric: Motsoeneng
Former SABC COO, Hlaudi Motsoeneng has lashed out at those who have accused him of lying about having a matric certificate.
Rape accused Nicholas Ninow pleads guilty
Ninow has pleaded guilty to two counts of rape, the possession of drugs and defeating the ends of justice. State prosecutor, Dorah Ngobeni explained the charges in court earlier.
Family confirms Natasha Conabeer's death in hospital
University of KwaZulu-Natal student, Natasha Conabeer, who was found this weekend after missing for weeks, has died in hospital.
President Cyril Ramaphosa says men must take responsibility for their actions
Last night, President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation saying South African men must take responsibility for their actions.
#ZandileGumede fully behind eThekwini leadership
Former eThekwini Mayor, Zandile Gumede says she is fully behind the candidates set to take over as the municipality's new leaders.
Mother of murdered Wyebank children heartbroken
The aunt of the four Wyebank children found murdered, allegedly by their father, says no parent deserves to go through what her sister is experiencing right now. Four-year-old Kuhlekonke, six-year-old Khwezi, 10 year-old Spesihle Mpungose, and their 16-year-old sister Ayakha Jiyane, were found dead yesterday.