IOL EXCLUSIVE: Top cops and politicians looting SAPS covert fund meant for crime operations

Zohra Teke|Published

An IOL investigation reveals how senior SAPS officers and politicians are allegedly looting millions from a covert operations fund, as leadership battles and drug ...

'R20bn will be found to avoid VAT hike', ActionSA says as Budget 2025 rocks GNU

Zohra Teke|Published

ActionSA’s Zwakele Mncwango says the remaining R20 billion needed to prevent a VAT hike will be secured by the 1 May deadline, as tensions flare within the GNU following ...

'R20bn will be found to avoid VAT hike', ActionSA says as Budget 2025 rocks GNU

Zohra Teke|Published

ActionSA’s Zwakele Mncwango says the remaining R20 billion needed to prevent a VAT hike will be secured by the 1 May deadline, as tensions flare within the GNU following ...

Budget 2025 | The DA's own goal is being cheered by their GNU partners

Zohra Teke|Published

Expectations were high for DA leader John Steenhuissen to resolve the budget deadlock with President Cyril Ramaphosa, but this time, the DA's tactics may backfire. ...

Ghost workers plague KZN Health Department, union demands urgent audit

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The National Education, Health and Allied Workers' Union (Nehawu) and the Democratic Alliance are calling for a forensic audit of community health workers in KwaZulu-Natal ...

KZN's Finance MEC Francois Rogers implements major budget reforms

Zohra Teke|Published

Francois Rogers, KZN Finance MEC, unveils a R158 billion budget with no cuts to departments, promising improved service delivery and strict oversight to prevent ...

IPID's investigation into General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi: A smear campaign or genuine inquiry?

Zohra Teke|Published

KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi appears to have won his battle to maintain his integrity despite the allegations against him.

'UFloyd kufuneka ahambe' - abangaphakathi kwiMK

Zohra Teke|Published

Kukho abantu abangaphakathi kwiMK Party abathi uFloyd Shivambu makawushiye lo mbutho kuba akakwenzi oko bekulindeleke ukuba akwenze.

Zuma’s inner circle turns on Floyd Shivambu as MK Party prepares for 2026 local government elections

Zohra Teke|Published

Growing tensions within the uMkhonto we Sizwe party have led to calls for Secretary General Floyd Shivambu's removal, as insiders express dissatisfaction with his ...

DA wants more municipalities

Zohra Teke|Published

The Democratic Alliance is shifting its strategy to intensify opposition against the ANC, focusing on local governance ahead of the 2026 elections.

Economic strain leads to surge in restaurant closures in Durban

Zohra Teke|Published

Durban's elite dining scene is under threat as a wave of restaurant closures raises alarms. With rising costs and economic pressures, industry leaders warn of significant ...

Calls for investigation into IPID's operations amid corruption allegations, political influence

Zohra Teke|Published

A senior official from the Public Services Association demands an investigation into the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID), alleging political ...

Nehawu calls for action against excessive spending on health consultants

Zohra Teke|Published

NEHAWU highlights the financial drain caused by external consultants in South Africa's health sector, urging for better resource management and a focus on human ...

Serious allegations of negligence in KZN hospitals: Ombudsman reports

Zohra Teke|Published

KZN's Health Ombudsman is investigating a surge in complaints, revealing alarming allegations of negligence and substandard care in hospitals.

KZN Police Commissioner calls for social solutions to combat crime in Amaoti

Zohra Teke|Published

KZN Police Commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi emphasises the need for social solutions to tackle the rising crime in Amaoti, following a recent wave of violence. ...

IOL EXCLUSIVE | ‘I won't back down!’ KZN top cop Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is closing in on dodgy politicians fleecing SAPS secret ...

Zohra Teke|Published

KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi vows to combat corruption and tackle crime despite facing threats and a smear campaign.

Breakthrough in payment disputes between KwaZulu-Natal contractors and public works MEC Martin Meyer

Zohra Teke|Published

KwaZulu-Natal contractors celebrate a breakthrough with Public Works MEC Martin Meyer after months of payment disputes, as they seek accountability from the Department ...

Court delay sparks tension between ActionSA and DA over eThekwini sewage crisis

Zohra Teke|Published

A crucial legal battle over eThekwini's sewage crisis has hit another roadblock as ActionSA accuses the DA of deliberately stalling court proceedings.

Contractors demand tender suspension in KZN over unpaid bills

Zohra Teke|Published

Contractors in KwaZulu-Natal are demanding the Department of Public Works suspend tenders until they receive outstanding payments. Despite recent efforts to combat ...

Don't fall for Facebook holiday scams, warns timeshare group

Zohra Teke|Published

A leading time share group has warned against booking timeshare holidays via Facebook or external parties not linked to the establishments.

'Shut down unregistered schools' parents implore Department of Education

Zohra Teke|Published

Parents are forking out thousands of rands in the expectation that the schools would provide a quality, personal educational service, only to find they are not registered ...

Durban timeshare scam leaves holidaymakers devastated

Zohra Teke|Published

An employee of a timeshare property management group has been fired after accepting payments for holiday rentals into her personal bank account, with bookings not ...

Zohra Teke: The GNU is a Two-Man Coalition

Zohra Teke|Published

Deputy president Paul Mashatile is rumoured to be jostling for the presidency crown with support from Gauteng premier, Panyaza Lesufi as the political game of chess ...

Umhlanga: The Key to the City of Durban

Zohra Teke|Published

IOL looks behind the scenes and speaks to the Umhlanga Ratepayer and Residents Association (URRA).

Durban rolls out red carpet to welcome the festive season

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"Even the Uber drivers are so chilled and friendly here in Durban!"