Manqoba Mhlongo was sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of his girlfriend, Nompumelelo Gumede, in Durban, South Africa.
This is a tragic case of domestic violence and murder that was only uncovered due…
Category: News
Your go-to roundup for what’s happening in the City of Durban and surrounding eThekwini areas
Durban has seen a mix of dramatic weather events, infrastructure challenges, crime updates, and community stories in recent weeks. Here’s the latest on the biggest headlines affecting residents.
The African National Congress (ANC) in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) is actively recruiting artists, musicians, actors
Context The ANC in KZN has been in “renewal mode” — reconstituting provincial leadership, auditing…
The R320 million Durban Solid Waste (DSW) tender fraud trial involving former eThekwini (Durban) mayor Zandile Gumede and 21 co-accused was recently halted due to ill health and a traditional cleansing ritual.
The trial, which has been running for over five years, involves allegations of corruption, fraud,…
Florida state lawsuit filed by Attorney General James Uthmeier against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman.
OpenAI has responded to the family lawsuit by stating ChatGPT provided factual information available publicly…
Suspended KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Hawks head, Major General Lesetja Senona, is set to appear before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Friday, June 6, 2026
In 2021, 541 kilograms of cocaine (valued at around R200 million) was stolen from a…
Four high-profile candidates are front-runners for the ANC’s Msunduzi mayoral nomination ahead of the November 2026 local government elections.
ANC’s Moses Mabhida Region (covering Pietermaritzburg/Msunduzi) has submitted the following names to the party’s KwaZulu-Natal…
KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) is currently the epicentre of South Africa’s national response to the Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak.
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen addressed a media briefing in Parliament, highlighting that KZN leads the…
New Zealand soul singer TEEKS (real name Te Karehana Gardiner-Toi) has announced a three-city South Africa tour for August 2026
Tour Dates: He’s known for smooth, emotional tracks like “First Time”, “Something To Feel”, “Oil…
A “probe” to weed out ghost teachers
The Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC) is leading a nationwide physical verification exercise across ~22,000…
South Africans facing disputes or higher taxes when selling Krugerrands due to poor record-keeping.
Many people bought Krugerrands years ago (often as a hedge against inflation or uncertainty) without…
Here’s a summary of the top news in Durban (eThekwini) as of Monday morning, 1 June 2026
Ongoing Tensions Over Immigration and Foreign Nationals This remains the dominant local story. Tensions continue…
Anthony “Tatu” Gounden (44), alleged leader of the so-called Tatu Gang in Verulam (north of Durban), was killed in a targeted ambush/drive-by shooting
His family has denied he was a gang boss and asked for privacy to mourn,…
Paris Riots Eclipse PSG’s Champions League Glory
On May 30, 2026, Paris Saint-Germain secured their second consecutive UEFA Champions League title with…
Foreign Nationals and Rising Anti-Immigrant Tensions in Durban and KZN: A Complex Crisis
Durban and the broader KwaZulu-Natal province are once again at the centre of South Africa’s…
Addington Children’s Hospital (now known as the KwaZulu-Natal Children’s Hospital) in Durban is undergoing restoration and partial reopening as part of a long-term project
Current Status (as of May 2026) The KwaZulu-Natal Children’s Hospital Trust (a public-private partnership with…
Tragic incident in Mayville, Durban.
The tavern was packed with locals watching the football match. The attackers demanded cash and…
uShaka Marine World (operated by the Durban Marine Theme Park – DMTP) has secured a R22 million bailout from the eThekwini Municipality to address ongoing financial difficulties.
The municipality owns uShaka and views it as a key tourism asset for Durban, but…
Durban Point Waterfront
The eThekwini Municipality has confirmed renewed momentum on the long-awaited Durban Point Waterfront project. Work…
Mmabatho Nthabiseng Mokoena-Zondi, the chief whip of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party in Parliament, was arrested in Cape Town on Thursday, 28 May 2026. She faces fraud and extortion charges.
Key details of the case: Court outcome: This story has been widely reported by major…
A suspected drug dealer was arrested in Phoenix, Durban (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa), following an intelligence-driven operation.
Details of the Arrest: The operation involved collaboration between: Authorities emphasized their commitment to disrupting…