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Legal expert weighs in on Zuma's application to avoid arrest
A legal expert says one of two things could happen when former president Jacob Zuma's urgent application to avoid arrest is heard in the Pietermaritzburg High Court on Tuesday.
Zuma challenges ConCourt verdict, plan to address SA on Sunday
Former president Jacob Zuma's launched a legal fightback to stay out of jail.
ConCourt slaps Zuma with 15-month prison sentence for contempt
Zuma has five days to hand himself over to the police in order to start serving his jail sentence.
At least 21 773 KZN teachers jabbed so far
The Education Department says it's encouraged by the thousands of teachers who came forward to take the Covid-19 vaccine.
Ladysmith gems 'not diamonds' – experts
Geological experts say the gemstones that sparked a diamond rush in Ladysmith have turned out to be quartz crystals.
Family hopes unedited Lindani Myeni footage ‘will reveal the truth’
New camera footage of Lindani Myeni's last moments has been released.
Motorists tell of massive 11-hour traffic jam in Ashburton
Scores of motorists stuck in a massive traffic jam in their cars and trucks have had to brave icy rain and a cold spell in Ashburton on Wednesday evening.
LISTEN: KZN warned of 'disruptive' showers on Tuesday
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of disruptive scattered showers and thundershowers throughout KwaZulu-Natal on Tuesday.
No salary increase for judges, magistrates and public protector
Judges, magistrates, the public protector and commissioners of the human rights commission will not be getting a salary increase for 2020/2021.
Jacob Zuma pleads not guilty in corruption trial
Former president Jacob Zuma has pleaded not guilty to over a dozen charges, including fraud, corruption and money laundering.
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.