Cultural expert Professor Sihawu Ngubane and the Zulu royal family have moved to defuse confusion regarding the status of King Misuzulu’s new wife, Queen Sihle Mdluli, and her acquisition of “mother of the nation” status. Did You Know? Queen Sihle Mdluli is referred to as Queen Mawewe within the royal family because she comes from … Read more
A vervet monkey in Nelson Mandela Bay has been found covered from head to tail in blue paint, an act that animal welfare advocates identify as a form of illegal cruelty. Monkey Matters Eastern Cape, which spotted the primate in Deer Park on Sunday, reports that the animal is currently struggling as it attempts to … Read more
Dr. Ntuthuko Mahlaba, a 44-year-old former Newcastle mayor and senior African National Congress (ANC) leader, died on Saturday morning after being struck by a vehicle while jogging in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal. The ANC has confirmed his passing, describing the loss as a significant blow to the liberation movement and the medical community. Did You Know? Dr. … Read more
A court has dismissed a claim by Rachel Nkhwatshirema against Transnet Freight Rail, ruling that the company did not unfairly deny her a horticultural assistant position in Vryheid. Nkhwatshirema had resigned from her job and prepared to relocate to KwaZulu-Natal after allegedly being told she would receive “good news” regarding her application. Why did the … Read more
Self-proclaimed prophet Shepherd Bushiri, currently a fugitive in Malawi, has announced he is funding the transport of Malawian nationals returning home from South Africa. This intervention follows a June 30 deadline imposed by the anti-illegal immigration movement March and March, as thousands of Malawians seek assistance amidst a mounting repatriation crisis. Did You Know? An … Read more
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the nation at 18h00 on Sunday, June 7, 2026, from the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The Presidency has confirmed the address will outline the government’s management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in anti-foreigner protests. This follows the Cabinet’s approval of a comprehensive migration strategy, including … Read more
The National Freedom Party (NFP) is facing internal turmoil in KwaZulu-Natal following the expulsion of provincial chairperson Mbali Shinga. Zodwa Mtshali, the party’s provincial secretary and deputy mayor of the Umhlabuyalingana Local Municipality, has been summoned to appear before the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) this Sunday to address her public opposition to the move. … Read more
The community of Hilton is reeling this Friday evening following a double murder in the Knoll area. The incident, which involved the fatal shooting of two individuals, has prompted a significant emergency services and police response to secure the location. Emergency Response and Investigation Midlands EMS Howick crews were dispatched to the scene immediately following … Read more
Hundreds of migrants are currently living in precarious conditions outside the Department of Home Affairs’ Refugee Reception Office in Glenwood, KwaZulu-Natal. The group, which includes men, women and children, reports being in a state of limbo as they await clarity on their legal status ahead of a widely discussed June 30 deadline to leave South … Read more
KwaZulu-Natal police are searching for additional suspects following the kidnapping of a woman and seven of her relatives from their home in Sundumbili. The victims were targeted after the woman recently received a payout from the Road Accident Fund (RAF). Family Abducted in Early Morning Raid A gang stormed a family homestead in Chappies Section, … Read more