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As of late June 2026, the main Malawian repatriation site in Durban (at the Old Durban Drive-In / North Beach area) is being decommissioned, with occupants relocated to a new processing centre in Musina, Limpopo. 0 (0)

Broader Context This is part of a larger response to anti-immigrant protests and violence in…

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Locals are seen chasing away Bangladesh, Pakistani and Somalian spaza shop owners. It’s not even thw 30th of June 0 (0)

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Construction has officially started on the R6-billion upgrade of the N3 between Mariannhill Toll Plaza and Key Ridge in KwaZulu-Natal. 0 (0)

What to Expect Major traffic disruptions are anticipated during construction, so motorists and freight operators…

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KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) is facing a severe water crisis, with 13 out of its 14 water service authorities (WSAs, i.e., municipalities responsible for water delivery) struggling to provide safe and reliable water. 0 (0)

KZN Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli described it as a “water emergency,” citing high water losses, fiscal…

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police backtrack and say march in durban is allowed now on june 30th 0 (0)

Durban Metro Police have now confirmed the protest will go ahead, starting from King Dinuzulu…

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The March and March Movement (an anti-illegal immigration group) planned a protest/march in Durban on 30 June 2026, but the eThekwini Municipality has reportedly denied permission, citing security concerns and inadequate compliance with processes like the Municipal Section 4 requirements. 0 (0)

The situation remains fluid — the group is defiant, and authorities are preparing for potential…

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Venezuela (June 24, 2026): A magnitude 7.2 foreshock struck near Yumare/Yaracuy (around 18:04 local time), followed 39 seconds later by a magnitude 7.5 mainshock (shallower depth ~10 km 5 (1)

As of June 25, 2026, the most significant recent earthquakes include powerful twin quakes in…

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KZN court rules that killing children in womb is murder 0 (0)

KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) High Court in South Africa has ruled on this in a sentencing judgment.…

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A shooting occurred shortly after 13:30 involving armed hijacking suspects and a Tracker Connect security officer. 5 (1)

This appears to be a response to an active hijacking, with the Tracker officer praised…

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MTN South Africa is advancing a significant solar renewable energy project at its headquarters on 14th Avenue in Roodepoort (Fairlands area), Johannesburg. 0 (0)

The project aligns with MTN’s sustainability strategy across its operations in South Africa. As of…

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Revolut bank is targeting a full launch in South Africa by 2028, marking its first major expansion into Africa. 0 (0)

This aligns with Revolut’s broader international expansion strategy (e.g., in the US, Middle East, and…

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Crack down on drug cartels as two young men arrested 0 (0)

Police in Durban, South Africa (Wentworth area), arrested two young men on drug-related charges as…

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fourth suspect was arrested in Durban 0 (0)

The family had just celebrated Kraidon’s engagement days earlier. A domestic worker discovered the break-in…

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Colombia’s voters just elected Abelardo de la Espriella as president in a very close runoff. 0 (0)

De la Espriella (a right-wing lawyer and political outsider, often called “El Tigre”) defeated Iván…

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Senior minister Darren Jones says he won’t challenge Andy Burnham for Labour leadership 0 (0)

Darren Jones, the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister (a senior cabinet role and close…

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State of refugee camp after Malawians left 5 (1)

The Sherwood (or Sherwood Hall/Park) site in Durban, South Africa, which temporarily housed thousands of…

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Floyd Shivambu, president of the Afrika Mayibuye Movement, recently addressed claims of tribalism and concerns over immigration in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). 0 (0)

Shivambu strongly rejected allegations of institutionalised or systemic tribalism in KZN targeting Tsonga and Shangane…

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KwaZulu-Natal is hosting its first Annual Asset Class Summit (also referred to as the first annual property and land development seminar) in September 2026 in Durban. 0 (0)

Main Goals The event aims to connect investors, developers, buyers, financial institutions, legal experts, and…

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Hundreds of Malawians bussed from Pietermaritzburg to Durban 0 (0)

The Transport Operation (Around June 21, 2026) Complications Broader Context This appears to be a…

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An ANC branch executive committee member in eThekwini was shot dead outside his home on Sunday night, capping a voter-registration weekend marred by political violence in which an ANC councillor and a DA by-election candidate were also killed. 0 (0)

Related incidents over the same weekend: Other reports mention additional violence, including killings of party-affiliated…

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Durban Tourism Business Awards 0 (0)

The 5th Annual Durban Tourism Business Awards (DTBA 2026) took place on Thursday, 18 June…

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Suspended KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Correctional Services Commissioner Mnikelwa Nxele was arrested on charges of fraud and money laundering. The allegations reportedly span from 2004 to 2023, covering much of his tenure in the department. 0 (0)

This arrest is part of broader ongoing investigations into procurement and corruption issues within South…

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