Let’s Chat About Special Needs Children (And My Special School Friend)
As a second time around parent to two Special Needs boys – one with mild Autism and one with ADHD deluxe I had a very rude (and earth shattering) awakening to this genre of education.
My first two children excelled at traditional schools and …
65th Scottburgh August Tournament, Sponsored by Renishaw Hills, Delivers an Epic Week of Bowls
After five successful days (3 to 7 August 2026), the 65th Scottburgh August Tournament has wrapped up with hundreds of bowlers travelling to the KZN South Coast for one of the region’s most anticipated winter sporting events. The tournament was …
Durban’s cemeteries nearing capacity as population grows
Councillor Daniel Mea highlights the urgent need for improved cemetery planning in Durban …
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eThekwini records lowest official unemployment rate of any SA metro
The city’s jobless rate for quarter 2 of 2026 dropped to 21.2%, lower than Cape Town and well below the national average.
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Durbanites, beware of this restaurant and hotel booking scam
Durban is a popular destination for food and travel, but scammers are now targeting people making restaurant and hotel bookings online.
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Barton Insurance Brokers Urges South African Motorists to Verify Driving Licence Codes Before Towing Heavy Trailers
Johannesburg, South Africa: Barton Insurance Brokers is urging South African motorists to ensure they are legally licensed to tow their trailers, warning that many drivers may be unaware of the licensing requirements that apply to heavier caravans, …
Top Care Warns Against Backstreet Abortion Pill Sellers
Women’s Month arrives in August, and Top Care Women’s Clinic is using the occasion to send a clear message to women throughout Gauteng: a safe termination of pregnancy belongs in a clinic and is a genuine medical procedure, never a strip …
How Responsible Mining Will Support SADC Industrialisation
As global demand for critical energy transition minerals (CETMs) continues to increase, local processing and value addition is the Southern African Development Community (SADC)’s fastest route to industrialisation and economic …
No margin for error as Currie Cup top-four scramble intensifies across South Africa
With only three rounds remaining before the Currie Cup semi-finals, every log point will count as the race for playoff qualification enters a crucial phase. Round five gets underway on Friday when the …
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How a Durban dancer went from Instagram vent to choreographing for Swae Lee
When American rapper Swae Lee touched down in South Africa in July to headline The Ascots at the Hollywoodbets Durban July, he didn’t just come for the stage. He also linked up with a local dancer for …
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BYD car’s rear window flies off and smashes vehicle behind in China
A BYD car’s rear window suddenly detached while driving and smashed into the windscreen of the vehicle behind in Hubei, China. Dashcam footage filmed on August 5 shows the rear window flying off the …
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Durban man killed in carjacking incident: Calls for more community patrols
Following a tragic hijacking incident in Reservoir Hills, community leaders urge residents to enhance security measures and participate in local patrols …
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Hawks probe five more suspects in Durban trafficking case
Five more people are being investigated in a human trafficking case involving a Durban businessman accused of luring women from Johannesburg with promises of employment before allegedly forcing them …
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Flyhalf Richie Mo’unga to join the New Zealand All Blacks on rugby tour of South Africa
Richie Mo’unga has been recalled to the New Zealand All Blacks after a three-year after absence as an injury replacement on the so-called “Greatest Rivalry” …
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Soccer-Malawi to meet Cameroon in Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final
RABAT, Aug 13 (Reuters) – Malawi continued their giant-killing run at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and beat Algeria 3-1 on Wednesday to book a place in the final against Cameroon. Cameroon upset …
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Slow starts a concern, but All Blacks are finding the balance they need for Boks
The hefty All Blacks contingent venturing to South Africa for the first time are fast learning exactly where the Springboks will seek to squeeze and break their soul.
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Suspected murderers of CPF Member to appear before court
DURBAN – Zululand District police conducted an intelligence driven operation on Tuesday, 11 August 2026, regarding suspects linked to the murder of a Community Policing Forum (CPF) member Bonginkosi Mbatha (51) from Sizana area in Ceza. Mbatha …
Durban businessman appears in court for human trafficking
KWAZULU-NATAL – A 65-year-old Durban businessman appeared before the Durban Magistrates’ Court today, 12 August 2026, on multiple charges which include Trafficking in Persons (TIP), sexual assault and kidnapping, following an …
Lowest Unemployment Rate Among South Africa’s Metros
EThekwini Municipality has recorded the lowest official unemployment rate of any metropolitan municipality in South Africa, according to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for the second quarter of 2026 released by Statistics South Africa.
The …
Orlando Pirates held to draw by AmaZulu in Durban
The Buccaneers made the brighter start and took the lead in the seventh minute when Tshepang Moremi reacted quickest after goalkeeper Faveur Kouassi could only parry Yanela Mbuthuma’s effort. Moremi …
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The Science of Tea Brewing: 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid
Joekels professional tea taster, Hlengiwe Gcabashe, shares the simple secrets to brewing the perfect cup of tea every time!
Whether it’s your morning cup of black tea or a relaxing evening mug of Rooibos, few things are more disappointing than …
Wasteful Pirates Stumble At AmaZulu
New signing Ghampani Lungu was rewarded with his first start of the season after his match-winner against Durban City in the MTN8 over the weekend, as Oswin Appollis dropped to the bench against an …
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Zimbabwean arrested in Durban after posing as artist to access SADC Summit
A Zimbabwean national has been arrested in Durban after allegedly posing as a performing artist in an attempt to gain access to the 46th Ordinary Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit.
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Kaizer Chiefs win, Edward Maova stands tall as Golden Arrows hold City in rain-affected KZN derby
Namibian keeper produced a string of second-half saves as Golden Arrows resisted Durban City to secure a second straight goalless league draw.
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Durban Metro Police Seize Drugs Worth R1 Million at Phoenix Property, Arrest One Person
Durban Metro Police arrested a 39-year-old man after raiding a Phoenix property and seizing drugs worth more than R1 million, sparking mixed reactions online.
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SA’s Tertiary Education Capacity Crisis Gains Momentum
Johannesburg: As South Africa’s matric learners prepare for the next chapter of their lives, many are already looking towards taking further steps in their academic journey.
Yet for thousands of qualifying high school graduates a significant …
Leukaemia Symptoms Often Mistaken for Common Illnesses
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is raising awareness of leukaemia, a blood cancer with early symptoms often mistaken for common illnesses such as the flu, viral infections, stress, or simple fatigue.
Bone Marrow Stem …
Nelson Mandela Bay Dance Festival 2026
Cultural Crossroads: Dance, Heritage and Community Unite at NMBDF
Nelson Mandela Bay Dance Festival’s official media photo shoot was held at one of Gqeberha’s iconic historical landmarks – the Nelson Mandela Main Library. It provides a fitting …
Countdown to the 2026 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer presented by Isuzu Motors South Africa.
The first steps have been taken in the annual Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer presented by Isuzu Motors South Africa – the Eastern Cape’s biggest mass participation charity event, which takes place on Saturday, October 31.
With prostate cancer now the …
Rode & Associates: Property Data Drives 2026 Decisions
Information sits at the heart of every property decision, and Rode & Associates is using the mid-point of 2026 to remind owners, investors and public institutions of exactly that. The Sandton based practice, which delivers independent and …
Renewal Tracking in Paper Trail Contract Software
Few things cost a business as quietly as a contract that lapses or auto-renews while no one is watching, and Paper Trail, the Johannesburg-based enterprise software firm, is putting a spotlight this August on the renewal and expiry tracking built …
Paper Trail Makes OCR the Core of Its Document Software
Being able to retrieve any file in a matter of seconds, not simply to store it electronically, is where the real payoff of going paperless lies. That is the message Paper Trail, the Johannesburg-based enterprise content management provider, is …
Which City Leads the Race to the Highest per Unit Electricity Tariff?
Using public data supplied by NERSA I put the spreadsheet through the AI mill for a summary of the tariffs – ONLY for Domestic Credit (Conventional) meters on the highest scale.
From that we developed:
A table comparing the domestic …