Author: crediblesource

By Siphumelele Madide and Khumbuzile Mbuqe The “President” of Amabhinca, former uKhozi FM radio host and cultural activist, NgizweMchunu,had social media users in a tizz, following his controversial comments about gay people onTikTok. The video, which he later deleted, went viral with over a million views, has faced criticismsfrom human rights bodies and the public at large. Now, the South African Human RightsCommission (SAHRC) is investigating him after receiving numerous complaints about his hatefulwords. The drama started when Mchunu saw pictures of a same-sex wedding between Simon Seun Nhlapoand Crosby Jodwana on September 27, 2025. The couple wore traditional Zulu…

By Sabelo Seroke The Durban University of Technology’s (DUT) cricket team kicked off their new T20season with a double header in Phoenix against Eastern Coast and later on againstPhoenix Cricket Team, this past Sunday. It wasn’t a good day in the office for the DUT team as they suffered a defeat in bothmatches. In the first match against Eastern Coast, DUT won the toss and elected to field first,which saw them bowling out their opponents for 128 runs in 20 overs leaving them witha run chase of 129 runs to win. In reply, DUT quickly lost their two batting openers…

By Nomndeni Ndlovu The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) disclosed a R10.6 billionshortfall for 2025, meaning that there is a possibility some students may experiencefunding delays. The financial aid scheme distributes a monthly allowance of R 1 716 to universitystudents living in residences. Most students often struggle between balancing thespending money on either textbooks, groceries and or toiletries. To survive, all thatis required is a little bit of discipline and with consistency, you are good to go. Amahle Mkhize, a journalism student at Durban University of Technology (DUT),mentioned that since she lives far from campus, she often has to…

By Musa Zondo and Amahle Amanzima Mazibuko A group of 10 Bachelor of Journalism students from Durban University of Technology’s (DUT) CityCampus, met up on campus on Monday morning, eagerly waiting, anticipating what for some wouldbe their first ever drive to Pietermaritzburg. The trip, held in partnership with the KwaZulu-NatalTourism and Film Authority (KZNTAFA) , takes the students along the world renowned FreedomRoute Tour. However, upon arrival at their first stop, which was Manaye Hall, were met with robust enthusiasmby a crowd of students in the middle of a protest at one of the DUT campuses. An Economic Freedom Fighters…

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,…