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Phase Two rollout in Durban well underway
The second week of Phase Two of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout is well under way.
Norma tells Zondo commission of 'orchestrated arrests', confiscated gadgets and Malusi's explicit tape
Norma Gigaba says she wants to clarify the personal affairs between her and her estranged husband, Malusi Gigaba, that played out in the public eye.
LISTEN: Over 11 000 people jabbed on Day 1 of Phase 2
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize says at least 11 000 people were vaccinated on Monday at the start of Phase Two of the coronavirus vaccine rollout.
Magashule, Zikalala among those at Zuma's corruption trial today
It's moments before the start of Jacob Zuma's corruption trial, and the former president's supporters are trickling in slowly into the Pietermaritzburg court precinct.
Public Works to issue tender for border security
The Department of Public Works will issue out tenders as part of its long term solution to secure the country's borders.
Amabutho in standoff with police at Zulu Queen's memorial service
The late Queen Mantfombi Dlamini Zulu has been hailed as a peace-builder and a conflict resolution champion.
Lindani Myeni's memorial: His death 'is a big loss to us'
Mourners have been streaming into Empangeni Rugby Club, in northern KZN, where Lindani Myeni's memorial service is underway.
Bongo, co-accused to go on trial in January
Former state security minister Bongani Bongo, his former wife Sandile and ten others will go on trial next January.
Special Report: Graceful send-off for Zulu Queen marred by legal battles and family disputes
Newswatch Steve Bhengu has filed this report from the royal palace of KwaKhangela, detailing the chaos boiling over what is meant to be a graceful sendoff for the Zulu queen regent, Mantombi Dlamini-Zulu.
Nongoma mourners pay respect to Zulu Queen
More details are expected to emerge from Nongoma today, on how the Zulu royal family will decide to bid farewell to their late Queen Mantfombi Dlamini-Zulu.
KZN political parties pay tribute to Zulu Queen
Political parties in KZN have been reacting to the death of the Regent of the Zulu nation - Queen Shiyiwe Mantfombi Dlamini-Zulu.
Ramaphosa returns to Zondo Commission giving evidence as ANC leader
Advocate Paul Pretorious explains why he needs to explore the affidavits submitted by two senior diplomats with regards to contributions party members are allegedly expected to pay
Mother of murdered teen recalls last moments with daughter
The grieving mother of a 17-year-old girl from Demat, murdered in Lamontville, recalls the last time saw her child alive.
Durban diver pulls shark tooth out of his head
A Durban spear fisherman got more than he bargained for when he emerged from the ocean with a baby shark tooth lodged in his head. Listen to his account of his close encounter.
‘She went the extra mile to make me happy' says Anele Tembe's father
Moses Tembe, father of late Anele Tembe speaks at her funeral. She is being laid to rest days after she tragically died in Cape Town.
Gale force winds batter KZN's coastal areas
Gale force winds that are blowing along KZN's coastal areas - are expected to last throughout the day.
DA demands justice for murdered wheelchair-bound farmer
DA's Alf Lees talks about the murder of a 46-year-old wheelchair-bound farmer in Winterton, this past weekend.
Protesting MUT students clash with police
Newswatch's Steve Bhengu goes into detail on the student unrest outside Mangosuthu University of Technology in Umlazi.
Agricultural economist warns of possible food price hikes
Agricultural economist at FNB, Paul Makube warns of possible food price hikes
Chaos breaks out at DUT, protesters scattered by stun grenades
Newswatch's Steve Bhengu describes the chaotic scenes of police and protesters clashing at DUT's Steve Biko campus. This follows morning demonstrations after being unable to register at the university.