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By Ursula Wasenaar According to Democratic Alliance (DA) eThekwini mayoral candidate, Haniff Hoosen, poor management is the main contributing factor to allegations that people are paying for jobs in the metropolitan municipality. Hoosen made the comments during a DA picket outside Durban City Hall following a media briefing by eThekwini City Manager Musa Mbhele on allegations that people were paying to secure positions within the Durban Metro Police. During the briefing, Mbhele addressed the city’s investigation into allegations of irregular appointments within the Durban Metro Police. Mbhele said concerns raised by political parties, as well as allegations circulating on social…
By Philasande Gumede Award-winning artists Mawhoo and Lwah Ndlunkulu have teamed up for a 15-track Maskandi album, ISITHEMBU, under the name Zulu Queens. The collaboration follows the release of their song Nembeza, which the pair said created a strong connection and inspired them to work together on a full album. “Lwah is a great musician and when I worked with her, our energies matched and I believe in connection,” Mawhoo explained. Lwah shared the same sentiments. “When I was working with Mawhoo on Nembeza, I loved the connection so much. From there, I just really wanted to work with her…
By Sizwe Ntshololo As South Africa prepares for the November 4 local government elections, questions remain about whether women are adequately represented in municipal leadership, despite progress in national politics. This year marks 70 years since 20,000 women marched to the Union Buildings on August 9, 1956, protesting against the extension of pass laws to women under apartheid. Among those who led the historic march were Lilian Ngoyi, Helen Joseph, Sophie Williams-de Bruyn and Rahima Moosa. While women have made significant gains in political representation, challenges remain. Statistics South Africa reported that women’s representation in Parliament increased from 33% in…
The MK Party has announced six mayoral candidates for the upcoming local government elections. The candidates were unveiled during a media briefing in Umhlanga, Durban, on Friday, 28 August. The party will contest in eight metropolitan municipalities but is yet to announce its mayoral candidates for Tshwane and Cape Town. Here are the announced mayoral candidates: Johannesburg: Bongani Baloyi Ekurhuleni: Thulani Shongwe eThekwini: Zandile Hlophe-Mkhwanazi Mangaung: Mapaseka Mothibi Buffalo City: Mzwandile Vaaiboom Nelson Mandela Bay: Mvuleni Map The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) had urged all political parties and independent candidates intending to contest in the 4 November elections to ensure…
By Lingamandla Mancoba Jazz listenership continues to grow on Spotify, with South Africans streaming nearly 175 million jazz tracks over the past year, and listeners aged 18-29 accounting for 26% of streams. Jazz has traditionally been associated with older generations in South Africa, but Spotify’s latest figures challenge that perception, showing the genre is increasingly resonating with younger listeners. “Jazz is now the new cool,” says Andiswa Makhoba, a second-year Jazz Studies student at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. According to Spotify data reported by Lifestyle & Tech, jazz listenership grew by 20% between 2025 and 2026, while monthly jazz streams…
By Andiswa Buthelezi Durban University of Technology (DUT) hosted its 12th annual silent protest against gender-based violence (GBV) and HIV/AIDS at the Fred Crookes Sport Centre on 26 August. The event, organised by DUT’s Department of Student Counselling, Health and HIV/AIDS Centre, brought together students, university staff and community organisations to raise awareness about gender-based violence, HIV/AIDS and other challenges affecting young people. The programme began with a symbolic silent walk and “die-in” demonstration. Students observed a moment of silence to honour victims of gender-based violence and people whose lives have been affected by HIV/AIDS. The demonstration highlighted the impact…
By Ntandoyakhe Nxumalo The Durban University of Technology’s (DUT) Journalism Department hosted its annual Journalism Students’ Achievement Awards at the DUT Hotel School on the Ritson Campus on 26 August 2026. The ceremony recognised outstanding academic and overall performance among students across the different levels of the Bachelor of Journalism programme. The event began with the screening of a documentary produced by DUT journalism students, followed by videos highlighting the career journeys of journalism graduates since completing their studies. A panel discussion on 50 years of television and the future of news followed, reflecting on the evolution of television over…
By Khethiwe Kubheka Residents marched to eThekwini City Hall on Friday, demanding accountability over deaths at public swimming pools and beaches across the municipality. The peaceful march, organised by the Water Safety and Advocacy Group, proceeded from King Dinuzulu Park to City Hall, where demonstrators handed over a memorandum to the City Manager. Protesters called for improved safety measures at municipal swimming pools and beaches, as well as accountability from officials responsible for public recreational facilities. They also called for the removal of eThekwini Head of Parks, Recreation and Culture, Simphiwe Ndlovu. Leader of the Water Safety and Advocacy Group,…
Condolences continue to pour in following the death of Democratic Alliance (DA) eThekwini councillor Welekazi Sibiya. Sibiya, who was known for her outspoken views and active presence on social media, died over the weekend following a short illness, according to the DA. DA KwaZulu-Natal chairperson Dean Macpherson confirmed Sibiya’s death in a post on X. “It is with deep sadness that we mourn the passing of eThekwini Councillor, Welekazi Sibiya after a short illness. “As a party and province, we are heartbroken. We pray for her partner, children and family during this difficult time. May her soul rest in peace,”…
By Nhlakanipho Mnqayi and Ndumiso Khuzwayo Emergency response teams conducted a disaster preparedness exercise at Durban’s North Beach on Saturday, simulating a plane crash into the ocean. The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) Station 5 in Durban, in conjunction with the South African Navy, South African Air Force, South African Police Service (SAPS) and Port of Durban personnel, took part in the exercise. Residents and visitors around North Beach witnessed increased emergency activity offshore as helicopters, boats, divers and emergency response teams participated in the simulation. The exercise was designed to test the coordination and response capabilities of search and…