Manhunt for missing policewoman
A massive search is on for Constable Bongiwe Zuma, after her car was found abandonned near Pietermartizburg. ||| Midlands police have launched a search for one of their colleagues, who disappeared...
View ArticleNew laser treatment for eye defects
A new-to-the-country eye lazer treatment machine which corrects near- and far-sightedness is a success, writes Anelisa Kubheka. ||| More than twice as quick, less stressful for the patient and easier...
View ArticleBaby rescued from long-drop loo
A newborn baby girl is recovering in hospital after police rescued her from a long-drop toilet. ||| A newborn baby girl is recovering in the Humansdorp Hospital on Friday after police rescued her from...
View ArticleNo sign of life as trapped miners located
Rescuers have located the missing illegal miners trapped in a disused diamond mine shaft in Namaqualand. ||| Rescuers have located the missing illegal miners trapped in a disused diamond mine shaft in...
View ArticleRoad closures in KwaMashu
Malandela Road in KwaMashu will be closed over several hours this weekend, authorities have warned. ||| Motorists are advised that Malandela Road in KwaMashu will be closed to traffic before the M25...
View ArticleZulu’s first night in jail
Disgraced businessman Sifiso Zulu’s frantic attempts to avoid a jail cell has ended, writes Kamcilla Pillay. ||| Disgraces businessman Sifiso Zulu’s frantic attempts to avoid a jail cell ended on...
View ArticleRemove case from roll: accused’s lawyer
Son of banking tycoon Ashok Sewnarian stands accused of assualt after allegedly hitting a student at a nightclub. ||| A criminal case brought against the son of a Durban tycoon after a nightclub brawl...
View ArticleEcoMedia to foster better reporting
The EcoMedia Forum plans to facilitate better relationships between the government, scientists and the media. ||| Between empowerment sessions, workshops and networking events, the EcoMedia Forum plans...
View ArticleAngry residents attack rape suspect
A Durban man alleged to have raped an eight-year-old girl had to be rescued from an enraged mob. ||| An enraged mob on Thursday attacked an uMlazi man accused of raping an eight-year-old girl.The man,...
View ArticleAttempted murder acquittal application
Two Pietermaritzburg men charged with the attempted murder of their employee, will hear whether they have been acquitted. ||| Two Pietermaritzburg men charged with the attempted murder of their...
View ArticleFocus on World No Tobacco Day
More than 44 000 South Africans die each year from tobacco-related diseases – an average of about 120 people a day. ||| More than 44 000 South Africans die each year from tobacco-related diseases – an...
View ArticleBrothel couple back in court
The Durban couple facing charges related to the running of a brothel and human trafficking, briefly shared the dock. ||| The uMhlanga couple facing charges related to the running of a brothel and human...
View ArticleCoffee shop fraudster hears fate
A man with previous theft and fraud convictions cheated an investor into buying shares in a non-existent franchise. ||| A man with previous theft and fraud convictions who cheated an investor into...
View ArticleDurban taxi strike postponed
The Durban taxi strike has been put on hold until “a meeting involving all stakeholders is convened”. ||| The Durban taxi strike has been postponed until further meetings have been held with drivers,...
View ArticleI am not a racist, says ‘Spear’ artist
“I do not produce art with an intention to hurt, humiliate or insult,” says the creator of a controversial depiction on the president. ||| Controversial artist Brett Murray is a former ANC supporter...
View ArticleRescuers remove bodies from mine
Rescuers have recovered the bodies of five illegal miners from a disused diamond mine near Kleinzee. ||| Rescuers have recovered the bodies of five illegal miners from a disused diamond mine near...
View ArticleLetter key in 13-year kidnap, murder mystery
Five men have appeared in court in connection with the alleged murder of Betty Ketani. ||| Five men appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court on Friday in connection with the alleged murder of...
View ArticleEarth tremors felt in KZN, Mpuma
A minor earthquake in Swaziland resulted in earth tremors being felt in parts of KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga, according to a report. ||| A minor earthquake in Swaziland resulted in earth tremors being...
View Article4 dead in horrific bus crash
Terrified passengers on an overloaded bus that crashed due to an allegedly drunk driver, tell of their fear. ||| Terrified passengers on an overloaded bus that crashed into a house in KwaDabeka on...
View ArticleR1.5bn lifeline for military vets
Military veterans have been thrown a lifeline with a possible R1.5 billion likely to be allocated for socio-economic support. ||| Thousands of military veterans have been thrown a lifeline with a...
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