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Eskom tariff hike request due to revenue variants, economic growth
Eskom's Calib Cassim says the the hike request is partly informed by the utility's poor revenue and an under-performing economy.
Most contracts were influenced by corruption, State Capture Inquiry hears
Angelo Agrizzi yesterday told the State Capture Inquiry that between four and six million rand a month in bribe money was paid in cash to officials. He has today admitted to the commission most of the facilities management company's contracts were influenced by bribes.
KZN's road death numbers highest
Since the beginning of December, Transport officials say 767 lives have been lost on our roads. KZN has recorded the highest number of deaths so far, at 162. Transport Minister Blade Nzimande says, "the single largest group of casualties, it's people between the ages of 25 and 34." Aside from…
CityStory's Dumile Cele speaks about responses from organisations, private sector
Local organisations, members of the private sector have thrown their support behind a local campaign, City Story, aiming to create a better Durban.
Khanyile on growth of foreign-owned businesses in rural areas
Fees Must Fall activist, Bonginkosi Khanyile is walking from KZN to the Union Buildings in Pretoria, calling for more job opportunities for the youth. He says they're also concerned about the growth of foreign-owned businesses in rural areas.
Have a back-up plan in case of an emergency: AA
Have a back-up plan in case of an emergency, says the AA
Precautions for beach-goers following hot weather alert
IPSS Medical Rescue's Paul Herbst says those who plan on spending time in the water over this period should also be on high alert. This as the SA Weather Service warns of extreme hot weather conditions in KwaZulu-Natal today.
Equipping teachers to teach Autistic learners
Action in Autism's Liza Aziz speaks to Newswath about ensuring teachers are skilled in teaching learners with Autism.
KZN ANC to announce MP, MPL candidates once vote counting is complete
The party's Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu says they had initially thought counting would have wrapped up by early yesterday afternoon. She says they hope to make an announcement soon.
Masters graduatecexplains cause of pedestrian crashes near Durban primary schools
Masters graduate, Mabuyi Mhlanga explains causes of pedestrian crashes near Durban primary schools. Mhlanga looked at how to reduce fatal roads, surveying children 12-yaears andr
Increased security in Durban's busiest areas, ahead of festive season
Mayor, Zandile Gumede inspected the promenade this morning as eThekwini's festive season safety campaign was launched at North Beach. Gumede says Durban's busiest areas like beaches and shopping malls will have adequate security.
State not liable for Zuma legal costs - High Court
Deputy Judge President Aubrey Ledwaba has delivered his verdict on the legal costs incurred during Jacob Zuma's corruption case, and court applications thereof.
#MiguelLouw: Family disputes accused's testimony
Tasnim Dos Santos, the sister to Miguel's mother, Raylene spoke to Newswatch outside court. This after the court heard that the man accused of kidnapping and murdering Miguel Louw, allegedly killed the Sydenham boy to teach his mother a lesson.
Rhino poaching a global concern, says producer of local film, STROOP
STROOP: Journey into the Rhino Horn War has taken four years to bring to life and has earned ten international awards since its premier in August. Producer, Bonne de Bod says the film has resonated with local audiences and those abroad.
Wet weekend expected in KZN
Grab your raincoats and umbrellas, it is going to be a wet weekend on the East Coast.
Education MEC to address sexual assault claims at KZN school
KwaZulu-Natal's Education MEC Mthandeni Dlungwana has led a high-level delegation to Vulekani Special School - in Umzimkhulu yesterday after hearing disturbing allegations that special needs children were sexually abused at the school.
Stay off Twitter, Gordhan warns Eskom leadership
Minister Pravin Gordhan has spoken strongly about Twitter warriors, in particular former Eskom managers who have been active on the social media platform lately. In an apparent swipe at one-time acting CEO Matshela Koko, who this week posted a series of contentious tweets, Gordhan yesterday asked that the power utility's…
Eskom facing operational challenges, with aging infrastructure - Gordhan
The public enterprises minister says Eskom is not doing well operationally. Pravin Gordhan's been speaking at a press conference currently taking place at Megawatt Park in Johannesburg - on operational challenges at the power utility. He says we are feeling the effects of state capture and the reality that the…
Eskom wants government to absorb R100-billion debt
Eskom is considering getting government to absorb R100 billion of its debt. The power utility has accumulated debt that stands at around R420 billion and its expected to accumulate over R215 billion in more debt over the next 5 years. The utility's Dikatso Mothae…
'No person can bring a gun into court' - Deputy Minister Jeffery
Deputy Minister John Jeffery visited the court today and announced some security measures. Guns are not permitted at the Durban Magistrate’s Court. A shooting in the building last week claimed three lives.