Author: crediblesource

By Philani Khumalo Ubona ziningi izindlela zokusebenzisa imfucuza ngendlela ekahle konokuba igcolise yonke indawo uMinenhle Simelane osebenzia imfucuza ukuze imenzele inzuzo. UMnuz Minenhle Simelane (25) nomngani wakhe u-Andile Gamede (23) baseMlazi esigcemeni sakwa-C, baqoqa udoti okubulawa kuwo amaphepha kanye noplasitiki bezinto zokudla bakusebenzise ngendlela ezobakhela inzuzo namathuba amasha. UMnuz Simelane nMnuz Gamede basebenzisa yona le mfucuza ukuze bakhe omata bokuhlobisa endlini osekuphenduke ukhiye wokuvuleka kwebhizinisi okubenza bathengise labo mata ukuze bathole okokubeka isinkwa etafuleni besebenzisa izandla zabo ukuthunga bahlanganise lodoti osuke ulahliwe. Baveze ukuthi konke kwaqalwa ukubona indawo yangakubo inganakekeleki ngendlela. “Ukubona indawo yangasekhaya ingcolile lokhu akungahlalisi kahle neze njengoba…

By Zandile Nyathikazi Nora Shezi, an 81-year-old woman who lives alone in Inanda, Congo says she lives in fear as her dilapidated home, which was once a place of hope, has become a symbol of her struggles and resilience. Three years after devastating floods tore through KwaZulu-Natal, Nora Shezi is still waiting for the new house she was promised. Her RDP house in Inanda was severely damaged during the April 2022 floods and despite assurance from authorities, a replacement house is yet to be built. The 81-year-old said life is hard as she is frail and feels unsafe. With her…

By Makhosazana Radebe The Durban beachfront was abuzz on Saturday morning as hundreds of people gathered at the Suncoast Lawns for the annual 5km Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness Walk, hosted by the Durban University of Technology (DUT), the DUT Gender Forum, and the Umgeni Community Empowerment Centre (UCEC). Scores of participants carrying bright banners could be seen moving about in high spirits, warming-up, and showing a spirit of solidarity as the walk was more than just a fitness event. It was a call to action against one of the most urgent human rights crises facing South Africa and the world, human…

By Ngazibini Siyephu KwaZulu-Natal (KZN)Premier, Thamsanqa Ntuli, announced the pending suspension of KwaZulu-Natal Head of Department of Transport, Siboniso Mbhele, linked to a R672 million public transport tender. The premier addressed the media and communicated updates on investigations on corruption allegations against various provincial departments in a media briefing. He said that considering the number of ongoing investigations within the province, he has decided to dedicate the month of October to ensuring public updates of the investigation. Mbhele’s case has since been referred to the Special Investigating Unit (SUI). “The Office of the Premier has taken decisive steps in addressing…

By Gugulethu Jali The Durban University of Technology (DUT), City Campus clinic stands as a vital resource for student health and well-being. Yet, when it comes to sexual health education and support, the numbers tell a concerning story. Credible Source has learnt that students only use the clinic for illnesses like flu, headaches, stomach-ache among other illnesses and not for sexual health education and support. Sentiments from students revealed that while they are aware the clinic exists, they’d rather use the internet to search for sexual health related issues. “I know the clinic is there, but I’d rather Google things…

By Nhlakanipho Mnqayi and Ndumiso Khuzwayo Traffic was disrupted on Dr Pixley KaSeme (West Street) in Durban today as a national march led by Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) highlighted various aspects including job losses, high cost of living and corruption amongst other things. Members of unions affiliated to COSATU demanded payment of outstanding UIF and pension fund money, compliance with minimum wage laws, safer worker transport and improved public transport infrastructure as they marched to observe a day that is celebrated globally to highlight workers’ rights. They also handed a memorandum to the eThekwini Mayor, Cyril Xaba,…

By Jabulani Mathonsi Despite securing victory in the DUT SRC elections, members of the EFFYC disrupted the inauguration to highlight the circumstances surrounding the death of student Ayanda Ngobese on 15 September. Security and DUT personnel attempted to restore order during the ceremony, held at the Steve Biko Campus. The inauguration comes after the Economic Freedom Fighters Youth Command (EFFYC) celebrated securing a clean sweep in the DUT SRC elections marking its seventh consecutive victory. DUT EFFYC Chairperson, Midlands Branch, Herman Hlengwa, said they wanted management to acknowledge and investigate the death of the DUT Midlands campus student, who died…

By Lungisani Mkhulise The reSURGEnce conference held in Durban, which is aimed at creating economic opportunities, began with a scene that unintentionally highlighted the severe job crisis in the city. The conference theme was, “A Thicker Slice of the Economic Pie: Access. Connect. Thrive.” But for many in the audience, the ‘pie’ is far out of reach. On a Monday morning, when most people are at work, the conference venue was packed with hundreds of people. Attendance exceeded the hosts expected numbers, to an extent that caterers were found wanting, food on offer on the day was insufficient, with scores…

By Gugulethu Jali Residents in Mayville, Cato Crest area in ward 101 have voiced out their frustrations and concerns following the municipality’s failure to collect refuse waste. Credible Source findings revealed that it’s been 3 months since the municipality last picked up waste that resulted to residents deciding to dump waste in the nearby water stream. The water stream has now turned into a breeding ground for diseases and discomfort as it gives off terrible smell that fills the nearby homes and surroundings. Families living in the area are forced to endure these unbearable conditions, with many worried about their…

By Simthandile Ngcobo The digital space is abuzz with a modern-day prophecy, as social media platforms become the stage for a new wave of apocalyptic anticipation. The hashtag #RaptureTok is trending globally, fueled by a prediction that the world as we know it will end on September 23 and 24, 2025. This online phenomenon has created a stark divide, putting sincere faith against satirical skepticisms and turning platforms like TikTok into a virtual battleground of belief.   The source of this digital earthquake is a claim from South African pastor Joshua Mhlakela. In a video that spread like wildfire, Mhlakela states he received a direct vision from Jesus Christ, revealing…