Jolene Marriah-Maharaj

Senior Digital Journalist, IOL News

Olorato Mongale murder: Main suspect killed in shootout with KZN cops

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

The man wanted in connection with Olorato Mongale's murder has been killed in a shootout with KZN cops.

Mother who killed toddler daughter with a rolling pin jailed for 20 years

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

A Durban mother of three who killed her toddler daughter in a fit of rage has been sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment.

Eight dead in Umlazi shooting: Police hunt killers

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

The KwaZulu-Natal police have launched a manhunt after eight people - six men and two women - were shot dead in what is believed to have been a tavern at Umlazi’s ...

'Packing our bags': Pensioner who won R12 million Lotto Plus jackpot heading to the Coast to retire

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

A pensioner who won R12million in the Lotto Plus 2 jackpot plans to retire on the Coast and invest in quality healthcare.

Pensioner hits R13 million Lotto jackpot while watching draw live on TV

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

A pensioner has recalled the surreal moment she realised she had won over R13 million in the Lotto Plus jackpot while watching the draw live on television.

Ace Magashule, Edwin Sodi on trial over R255 million Asbestos scandal

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

Former Free State Premier Ace Magashule and 17 co-accused, including businessman Edwin Sodi, are on trial for charges related to the R255 million asbestos project. ...

Northern Cape resident bags R1 million Daily Lotto - are you the lucky winner?

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

Someone in the Northern Cape hit the jackpot with a R1 million Daily Lotto win - and as the search begins, everyone’s asking the same thing: could it be me?

R10 million Lotto jackpot winner: 'I checked my ticket about 10 times to ensure I had really won!'

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

A South African man has won the R10. 8 million Lotto jackpot, expressing disbelief and plans to improve his family's life.

Police Minister denies filing complaint against Lieutenant-General Mkhwanazi amid IPID probe

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu clarifies that he has not filed a complaint against KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, as the IPID investigates ...

Watch VideoSouth Africa's alarming kidnapping crisis: Nearly 5,000 abductions in three months

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

The Northern Cape recorded the lowest number of kidnappings in the country, with 43 cases.

March Lotto magic: Search on for not one, not two, but three jackpot winners

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

The National Lottery, Ithuba, is searching for three lucky winners of the March 12, 2025, Lotto and Lotto Plus 2 jackpots, with two players sharing over R10. 8 million ...

Light aircraft makes emergency landing on KZN beach

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

A light aircraft successfully made an emergency landing on Tinley Manor Beach, with pilots unharmed and emergency services responding swiftly.

SA man who won R8. 4million Lotto jackpot with R10 quick-pick, claims prize

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

The winner plans to use his winnings to grow his business, ensuring a secure financial future for himself and his family.

Stage 3 load shedding from 2pm on Friday till Monday

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Updated

Power interruptions are expected to last until 05:00 on Monday, 10 March.

Someone has bagged the R8. 4million Lotto Plus jackpot with a R10 ticket

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

A player has won R8. 4 million in the Lotto Plus jackpot, having purchased a R10 ticket through a banking app.

No imminent risk of Bloemhof Dam failure, says Water Department in light of viral video

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

The Department of Water and Sanitation has responded to a video that has gone viral of slabs collapsing at the Bloemhof Dam.

Sharing the blessing: Winner of R5. 2 million Lotto jackpot plans to uplift others

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

A lucky woman’s R5. 2 million Lotto win is helping her family, funding her niece’s education, and giving back to her church.

Ten people killed in horror bus crash in the Free State

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

Ten people have been confirmed dead following a bus crash on the N6 in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

Businessman killed in brazen shooting

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

In another brazen shooting in KwaZulu-Natal, a 32-year-old businessman was gunned down in a parking lot in uMhlanga on Sunday, December 29, at around 12. 30pm.

Seven inmates test positive for Diptheria at Pollsmoor prison

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) confirmed that seven inmates have tested positive for Diphtheria at Pollsmoor Correction Centre in the Western Cape ...

Don’t Look Away: 957 women and 315 children were killed in SA over a three month period

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

Close to 1,000 women were murdered in South Africa over a three month period, according to the recent statistics released by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.

Life sentence for man who stabbed his partner to death over R15,000 Lobola money

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

Louis Serenetra Moyo was convicted and sentenced for the murder of his partner, Thobile Grace Khoza in March this year.

R103 million Lotto jackpot winner yet to claim their prize

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

The winner of the R103 million Lotto jackpot, who played their lucky numbers via a banking app, has yet to claim their life-changing prize.

Check your ticket: Search for R8. 5 million Lotto Plus jackpot winner

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

The winner of the R8. 5million Lotto Plus jackpot has still not claimed their jackpot prize.

Mother wins R107 million Powerball jackpot, plans to prioritise children’s education

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

A mother from KwaZulu-Natal has won the R107 million Powerball jackpot and plans to use her winnings to travel, support charitable causes, and, most importantly, ...