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The future of the National Freedom Party’s (NFP) eDumbe mayor, Sibusiso Shevu Mkhabela, hangs in the balance.
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More turmoil as NFP recalls its national chairperson, Mkhabela, amid power struggle

No reasons were given about what led to his recall from the party’s highest decision-making body. He was also removed as a member of the party’s national working committee

Inkosi Malusi Zondi, the new man at the helm of turning around the fortunes of hostels and townships across KwaZulu-Natal, believes there is massive untapped potential in the areas.

King MisuZulu’s right-hand man embarks on a new economic trajectory for hostels and townships

‘I was assigned a mammoth task by his Majesty the King. All hands are on deck and we are determined to transform the economy of the townships and hostels. We must transform these…

Ghost towns: The mills in Tongaat, Maidstone and Felixton have fallen silent. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy

Allowing liquidation of Tongaat Hulett will roll back the gains of the Sugar Value Chain Master Plan  

Flexibility in the sugar value chain is essential to ensure its long-term sustainability

The Mail & Guardian witnessed first-hand the struggles faced by residents trying simply to move in and out of the community. After more than three hours on a heavily potholed tar road that ends halfway, the journey continued along a punishing gravel route leading to the village.

KZN village cut off as deadly river crossings claim lives 

Residents of uMhlwazi in KwaZulu-Natal’s uThukela district say repeated government promises to build a bridge over the Indaka River have gone unfulfilled, leaving learners and…

King MisuZulu kaZwelithini has dismissed Inkosi Malusi Zondi from his position as the Zulu kingdom’s royal chancellor alongside Nododile Ndamase, who served as chief director in the king’s private office.

Royal house tensions deepen after removal of King Misuzulu’s key aides

KwaZulu-Natal parties warn that turmoil over King Misuzulu’s staff changes and alleged political interference could damage the AmaZulu royal house

DA eThekwini mayoral candidate Haniff Hoosen

DA asks Public Protector to probe eThekwini ‘R2 500 bag of samp’ scandal

The DA has asked Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka to investigate eThekwini’s R280 million soup kitchen programme after alleging that suppliers charged more than R2 500 for a 10kg…

The DA has accused KZN Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi of using state-owned water tankers for political branding after images of his face appeared on the vehicles, deepening tension in the province’s coalition government

DA, IFP clash over MEC’s face on KZN state water tankers 

The DA has accused KZN Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi of using state-owned water tankers for political branding after images of his face appeared on the vehicles, deepening…

Tensions escalated on Tuesday morning when the group refused to vacate the police station precinct, forcing police to use teargas and rubber bullets to disperse the crowd. (Screenshot)

Foreigners seek UN intervention after Durban police station standoff

About 200 foreigners who say they are fleeing attacks linked to anti-immigrant groups have called for United Nations intervention after spending two days outside Durban Central…

Small player: Magaqa’s family demands justice for Sindiso. Photo:  CrimeWatch_RSA/X

Fadiel Adams arrest a “sideshow”, says Sindiso Magaqa family

The family of slain ANC Youth League leader Sindiso Magaqa says the arrest of National Coloured Congress leader Fadiel Adams is a distraction from the real masterminds behind the…

National Coloured Congress leader Fadiel Adams. (X/ @JustSecuCluster)

State opposes bail for MP and president of the National Coloured Congress Fadiel Adams

National Coloured Congress leader Fadiel Adams remains in custody after the state opposed bail, alleging he interfered in the investigation into the assassination of Sindiso Magaqa

Newly elected DA KZN leader Sithembiso Ngema

New DA KZN leader targets ANC and MKP support 

Newly elected DA KZN leader Sithembiso Ngema says the party is ready to expand aggressively ahead of crucial municipal elections.

The front-runners for the provincial leadership are understood to be Sithembiso Ngema and Mzamo Billy (above)

DA leadership contest in KZN pits Ngema against Billy before 2026 polls

The Democratic Alliance is set to elect new leadership in KwaZulu-Natal this weekend, in a closely watched provincial congress that will shape the party’s strategy before the…

NCC leader Fadiel Adams.  (@CrimeWatch_RSA/X)

MP Fadiel Adams remanded in custody as state opposes bail over ‘fugitive’ remarks

The state accused the National Cape Congress leader of abusing his parliamentary status and interfering with witnesses linked to the Sindiso Magaqa assassination case

Opposition demands suspension of KZN transport officials over alleged bus tender corruption

Opposition parties want urgent action after allegations that senior officials colluded to remove a bus operator from a long-term commuter contract following alleged bribery…

Mncedisi Maphisa, the IFP Youth Brigade chairperson in KwaZulu-Natal, allegedly urged members aligned to his faction to use violence against rivals after a dispute at a branch meeting in Ulundi, northern KwaZulu-Natal.

IFP factional tension flares as leaked voice note sparks allegations of violence

Leaked voice note allegedly involving IFP Youth Brigade leader Mncedisi Maphisa fuels factional tension before the party’s elective conference, prompting an internal investigation

Mduduzi Sithole, 47, the owner of Zululand Bus Service, alleges a R6m-a-month transport contract was awarded without a tender after he refused to pay bribes to officials

KZN bus operator claims R6m-a-month contract was reassigned without a tender process

Mduduzi Sithole, 47, the owner of Zululand Bus Service, alleges a R6m-a-month transport contract was awarded without a tender after he refused to pay bribes to officials

Embattled KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Social Development Mbali Shinga has been thrown a lifeline after the National Freedom Party made a dramatic U-turn on her expulsion from the party.
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Mbali Shinga thrown lifeline after NFP reverses expulsion decision

The National Freedom Party has granted KwaZulu-Natal MEC Mbali Shinga an opportunity to appeal her expulsion, a move that could stabilise the fragile provincial coalition…

DA eThekwini mayoral candidate Haniff Hoosen. (@DeanMcpherson/X)

DA eThekwini mayoral candidate says black politicians are failing their communities

DA eThekwini mayoral candidate Haniff Hoosen has criticised black political leadership, saying it has failed residents amid service delivery crises including chronic water…

The name of Tokyo Sexwale has emerged as a possible contender to succeed ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa. File Photo

Tokyo Sexwale’s name enters ANC succession debate ahead of 2027 elective conference

The ANC succession debate is beginning to take shape ahead of its 2027 elective conference, with former minister Tokyo Sexwale emerging as a possible contender after a lobby…

Government delegation together with saps officials during the official the opening of a SAPS  forensic laboratory in Durban. Photo: Supplied.

New forensic science laboratory unveiled in KZN as SAPS grapples with severe DNA backlogs

The privately owned facility was presented in Durban on Friday by Dean Macpherson, the minister of public works and infrastructure.