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09/10/2026

Elandskop matric pupils preparing for their final examinations have been urged to remain focused, have faith and believe in their potential, with a former pupil sharing how he overcame financial hardship to build a career in software engineering.

Elandskop matric pupils have been encouraged to remain focused, have faith and pursue their dreams ahead of their final examinations.

09/10/2026

Pietermaritzburg Deputy Mayor Mxolisi Mkhize held a prayer for Elandskop matric pupils ahead of their final examinations.

Religious leaders prayed for the pupils, offering words of encouragement and support as they prepare for the important milestone.

Former pupils from schools in Elandskop also attended the event, sharing their success stories to inspire the matric class of 2026.

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09/10/2026

Police and other law enforcement agencies in KwaZulu-Natal have warned that anyone who breaches security protocols or threatens the safety of spectators, officials, players, and others will face the “full wrath of the law”.

Police and other law enforcement agencies in KZN have warned that anyone who breaches security of the MTN8 final will face “full wrath of the law”.

09/10/2026

Motorists are advised that recovery of a truck which crashed on the N3 Joburg-bound near Villiers I/C 169 has been completed, allowing traffic to flow uninterrupted.

Motorists travelling on the N2 on Friday morning are advised of a stationary vehicle obstructing the left lane on the southbound carriageway after the EB Cloete interchange.

09/10/2026

With the 2026 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations days away, the provincial education department has urged matric pupils to reject cheating and earn their results through hard work.

The ceremony brought together education officials and pupils to reaffirm their commitment to a fair examination process as the Class of 2026.

09/10/2026

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09/10/2026

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli has called on the police to investigate the issue of asylum seekers who own fi****ms in South Africa.

KZN Premier Thami Ntuli said measures needed to be put in place to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.

09/10/2026

KwaZulu-Natal High Court Judge Mfuniselwa Elijah “Vusi” Nkosi has been recommended for appointment to the Competition Appeal Court by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC).

09/10/2026

The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) is stepping up social grant reviews, life certification and biometric verification to protect the integrity of the social assistance system and ensure public funds reach eligible beneficiaries.

Sassa said this would help reduce impersonation and fraudulent transactions while ensuring payments reached the rightful recipients.

09/10/2026

A protest against immigration policies descended into chaos in Pietermaritzburg on Friday, with shots reportedly fired, foreign-owned businesses closing and people filming the demonstration allegedly being threatened.

Foreign-owned shops have closed as protesters demand that South Africans be prioritised for identity documents and other services.