# kwazulu-natal (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover kwazulu-natal. Page: Feed: --- ## [WATCH | KZN Christian Council celebrates women who shaped KZN](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/26/watch-kzn-christian-council-celebrates-women-who-shaped-kzn/) _2026-08-26 · Andiswa Mchunu · News | The Witness_ The anniversary celebration at the Golden Horse Hotel is expected to be a gathering of reflection and recognition. ## [WATCH | UMEDA puts Midlands’ creative potential in US spotlight](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/26/watch-umeda-puts-midlands-creative-potential-in-us-spotlight/) _2026-08-26 · Shorné Bennie · News | The Witness_ US interest puts the Midlands’ growing creative industry in the spotlight ## [How Wildlife ACT tracks animals: Do you know the four methods?](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/26/how-wildlife-act-tracks-animals-do-you-know-the-four-methods/) _2026-08-26 · Compiled by Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ The information can then be viewed through platforms such as EarthRanger, helping conservation teams monitor animals remotely. ## [Multi-million-rand British investment to bring internet to rural KZN](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/26/multi-million-rand-british-investment-to-bring-internet-to-rural-kzn/) _2026-08-26 · Clive Ndou · News | The Witness_ Buthelezi said the initiative, launched in Inanda north of Durban on Tuesday, will help bridge the province’s digital divide ## [Award shines light on researcher’s push for safer radiation workplaces](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/26/award-shines-light-on-researchers-push-for-safer-radiation-workplaces/) _2026-08-26 · Compiled by Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ Her work has previously received international recognition. In 2023, she received the ICRP Claire Cousins Award in Tokyo, Japan. ## [ANC Msunduzi mayoral candidate dismisses IFP defection rumours](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/26/anc-msunduzi-mayoral-candidate-dismisses-ifp-defection-rumours/) _2026-08-26 · Clive Ndou · News | The Witness_ In a statement, Ahmed said she remained firmly committed to the ANC and had no intention of joining the IFP. ## [WATCH | Richmond double murder accused abandons bail](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/26/watch-richmond-double-murder-accused-abandons-bail/) _2026-08-26 · Andiswa Mchunu · News | The Witness_ The suspect, Nana Moholo, will remain in custody and is expected to return to court on September 28. ## [Where does your city rank? August food basket prices revealed](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/26/where-does-your-city-rank-august-food-basket-prices-revealed/) _2026-08-26 · Compiled by Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ The average cost of the 44-item household food basket fell by R50,72 (0,9%) in August, from R5 530,52 in July to R5 479,80. ## [N2 traffic stop turns into R11m drug bust](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/26/n2-traffic-stop-turns-into-r11m-drug-bust/) _2026-08-26 · Compiled by Akheel Sewsunker · News | The Witness_ Police were conducting vehicle stop-and-search operations at about 10.35pm on Tuesday when they stopped a black Nissan Tida. ## [NSPCA’s 70-year fight for animals earns major award](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/26/nspcas-70-year-fight-for-animals-earns-major-award/) _2026-08-26 · Compiled by Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ Chief Executive Officer Esté Kotzé said the organisation remained focused on the animals at the centre of its work. ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/At5GjmS4mLpD) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## [Shooting at Larch Road traffic circle leaves one dead](https://witness.co.za/news/pietermaritzburg/2026/08/21/breaking-news-shooting-at-larch-road-traffic-circle-leaves-one-dead/) _2026-08-21 · Witness Reporter · News | The Witness_ Speaking to 'The Witness', AET security said the motive for the shooting and the circumstances leading up to the incident remain unclear. ## [Man shot multiple times in Pietermaritzburg](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/21/man-shot-multiple-times-in-pietermaritzburg/) _2026-08-21 · Andiswa Mchunu · News | The Witness_ Residents have been urged to avoid the area and allow emergency services to operate safely. ## [Live traffic updates: PMB, Midlands and KZN (August 21, 2026)](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/21/live-traffic-updates-pmb-midlands-and-kzn-august-21-2026/) _2026-08-21 · Witness Reporter · News | The Witness_ There are currently no incidents disrupting the flow of traffic along the N3 toll route from Cedara interchange 96 to the Heidelberg interchange 59. ## [UKZN concludes law exam rewrites, warns paper leak offenders could lose qualifications](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/21/ukzn-concludes-law-exam-rewrites-warns-paper-leak-offenders-could-lose-qualifications/) _2026-08-21 · Witness Reporter · News | The Witness_ Msibi said anyone found to have been implicated in the leak would be held accountable through the applicable disciplinary processes. ## [Sunny Naidoo dismisses fake IFP defection poster as ‘dirty tricks’](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/21/sunny-naidoo-dismisses-fake-ifp-defection-poster-as-dirty-tricks/) _2026-08-21 · Compiled by Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ Naidoo also pointed out that the IFP had not claimed responsibility for the poster and said he expected the party to distance itself from it. ## [Hygiene outreach brings dignity to homeless people](https://witness.co.za/news/pietermaritzburg/2026/08/21/hygiene-outreach-brings-dignity-to-homeless-people/) _2026-08-21 · Andiswa Mchunu · News | The Witness_ The programme also sought to restore a sense of dignity among beneficiaries by ensuring they had access to basic necessities ## [Young UKZN scientist recognised for drug discovery work](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/21/young-ukzn-scientist-recognised-for-drug-discovery-work/) _2026-08-21 · Compiled by Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ With an NRF C1 rating, she has authored more than 130 peer-reviewed publications, one patent and three book chapters. ## [New rescue vessel Spirit of Ubuntu arrives at NSRI Hout Bay](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/21/new-rescue-vessel-spirit-of-ubuntu-arrives-at-nsri-hout-bay/) _2026-08-21 · Compiled by Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ The Spirit of Ubuntu is the eighth and final vessel delivered through the NSRI’s ORC fleet modernisation programme. ## [Msunduzi strike will not be suspended, SAMWU warns](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/21/msunduzi-strike-unto-day-four/) _2026-08-21 · Chris Ndaliso · News | The Witness_ Among the workers’ demands is the implementation of the job evaluation process by an independent third party (Deloitte). ## [Meet the KZN police officer turning science into justice](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/21/meet-the-kzn-police-officer-turning-science-into-justice/) _2026-08-21 · Compiled by Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ Her career journey reflects the different paths available within law enforcement, from working directly with communities and young people ## [Accept your Doppler invite (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Hu59AglKfQvd) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Create your Doppler account using the invite code you received. ## [WATCH | MK Party revolt erupts over ‘imposed’ councillor candidates](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/20/watch-mk-party-revolt-erupts-over-imposed-councillor-candidates/) _2026-08-20 · Clive Ndou · News | The Witness_ In the party’s Moses Mabhida region, disgruntled MK Party members on Thursday picketed outside the Pietermaritzburg City Hall. ## [WATCH | Pietermaritzburg streets trashed as Samwu strike continues](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/20/watch-pietermaritzburg-streets-trashed-as-samwu-strike-continues/) _2026-08-20 · Moeketsi Mamane · News | The Witness_ The South African Municipal Workers Union (Samwu) resumed strike action this week after previously suspending its protected strike in June. ## [WATCH | Tanker fire extinguished on N3, recovery operation begins](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/20/watch-tanker-fire-extinguished-on-n3-recovery-operation-begins/) _2026-08-20 · Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ Msunduzi and Howick fire departments were called to the scene, with firefighters using large quantities of foam to bring the blaze under control. ## [Apollo’s long journey home ends with emotional reunion](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/20/apollos-long-journey-home-ends-with-emotional-reunion/) _2026-08-20 · Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ Reece Pillay said he received a call after work from a woman who had noticed a dog in the area and started feeding it. ## [Family wins bid to keep R826,000 judgment over allegedly fraudulent will](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/20/family-wins-bid-to-keep-r826000-judgment-over-allegedly-fraudulent-will/) _2026-08-20 · Witness Reporter · News | The Witness_ According to court papers, documents including a will, death certificate and inventory were submitted to the Master’s office on January 20, 2021. ## [WATCH | Tanker driver rescued as N3 remains closed](https://witness.co.za/news/pietermaritzburg/2026/08/20/watch-tanker-driver-rescued-as-n3-remains-closed/) _2026-08-20 · Compiled by Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ Sindi Msimang confirmed that the tanker driver has since been rescued by good Samaritans who stopped in the traffic affected by the closure. ## [WATCH | Women take centre stage in KZN liquor industry](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/20/watch-women-take-centre-stage-in-kzn-liquor-industry/) _2026-08-20 · Andiswa Mchunu · News | The Witness_ KZNERA communications manager Clarissa Naidoo said women licence holders had demonstrated strong levels of compliance compared with their male counterparts. ## [Sassa confirms August 2026 SRD grant payment dates](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/20/sassa-confirms-august-2026-srd-grant-payment-dates/) _2026-08-20 · Compiled by Akheel Sewsunker · News | The Witness_ According to Sassa , COVID-19 SRD payments for August will take place from Monday, August 24, to Wednesday, August 26, 2026. ## [N3 closed after fuel tanker crashes](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/20/breaking-news-n3-closed-after-fuel-tanker-crashes/) _2026-08-20 · Kayla Shaw · News | The Witness_ Sindi Msimang, spokesperson for KwaZulu-Natal Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), said RTI are already on scene. ## [Countdown to Getting Paid (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/IlgI8SRyMi1b) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Create a shareable wallet timer — deposits buy back time and pay debt down ## [Preliminary findings of Parliament’s ad hoc committee show no corrupt links to Mchunu](https://witness.co.za/news/2026/08/20/preliminary-findings-of-parliaments-ad-hoc-committee-show-no-corrupt-links-to-mchunu/) _2026-08-20 · Clive Ndou · News | The Witness_ The separate Madlanga Commission of Inquiry is continuing to hear evidence and has not yet completed its work.