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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. 5 (1)

The trial, which has been running for over five years, involves allegations of corruption, fraud,…

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Florida state lawsuit filed by Attorney General James Uthmeier against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman. 0 (0)

OpenAI has responded to the family lawsuit by stating ChatGPT provided factual information available publicly…

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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 0 (0)

In 2021, 541 kilograms of cocaine (valued at around R200 million) was stolen from a…

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Four high-profile candidates are front-runners for the ANC’s Msunduzi mayoral nomination ahead of the November 2026 local government elections. 0 (0)

ANC’s Moses Mabhida Region (covering Pietermaritzburg/Msunduzi) has submitted the following names to the party’s KwaZulu-Natal…

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KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) is currently the epicentre of South Africa’s national response to the Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak. 0 (0)

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen addressed a media briefing in Parliament, highlighting that KZN leads the…

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New Zealand soul singer TEEKS (real name Te Karehana Gardiner-Toi) has announced a three-city South Africa tour for August 2026 0 (0)

Tour Dates: He’s known for smooth, emotional tracks like “First Time”, “Something To Feel”, “Oil…

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A “probe” to weed out ghost teachers 0 (0)

The Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC) is leading a nationwide physical verification exercise across ~22,000…

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Fuel Price adjustment for June 3rd 0 (0)

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South Africans facing disputes or higher taxes when selling Krugerrands due to poor record-keeping. 0 (0)

Many people bought Krugerrands years ago (often as a hedge against inflation or uncertainty) without…

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Here’s a summary of the top news in Durban (eThekwini) as of Monday morning, 1 June 2026 0 (0)

Ongoing Tensions Over Immigration and Foreign Nationals This remains the dominant local story. Tensions continue…

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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 0 (0)

His family has denied he was a gang boss and asked for privacy to mourn,…

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Paris Riots Eclipse PSG’s Champions League Glory 5 (1)

On May 30, 2026, Paris Saint-Germain secured their second consecutive UEFA Champions League title with…

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Foreign Nationals and Rising Anti-Immigrant Tensions in Durban and KZN: A Complex Crisis 0 (0)

Durban and the broader KwaZulu-Natal province are once again at the centre of South Africa’s…

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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 0 (0)

Current Status (as of May 2026) The KwaZulu-Natal Children’s Hospital Trust (a public-private partnership with…

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Tragic incident in Mayville, Durban. 0 (0)

The tavern was packed with locals watching the football match. The attackers demanded cash and…

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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. 0 (0)

The municipality owns uShaka and views it as a key tourism asset for Durban, but…

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Durban Point Waterfront 2.5 (2)

The eThekwini Municipality has confirmed renewed momentum on the long-awaited Durban Point Waterfront project. Work…

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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. 0 (0)

Key details of the case: Court outcome: This story has been widely reported by major…

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The case against two men accused of kidnapping and extortion in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, was postponed on 28 May 2026 for further investigation. 0 (0)

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A suspected drug dealer was arrested in Phoenix, Durban (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa), following an intelligence-driven operation. 0 (0)

Details of the Arrest: The operation involved collaboration between: Authorities emphasized their commitment to disrupting…

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All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa (ATDF-ASA) has confirmed plans for a shutdown/protest in KwaZulu-Natal on Saturday, 30 May 2026 5 (1)

ATDF-ASA secretary-general Gugu Sokhela has spoken publicly about the action. The group intends to make…

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Durban is the official host city for Africa’s Travel Indaba. 0 (0)

Durban has been the traditional home of the Indaba for many years and was officially…

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