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Judge Dismisses Bid for Acquittal in Zuma, Thales Corruption Trial

Jacob Zuma · Pietermaritzburg

Judge Dismisses Bid for Acquittal in Zuma, Thales Corruption Trial

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KwaZulu-Natal High Court Judge Nkosinathi Chili has dismissed the summary acquittal applications of former president Jacob Zuma and French arms company Thales in which they cited “unreasonable” delays in their corruption trial.See the Story

KZN High Court sets aside man's conviction, two life terms for murder

Pietermaritzburg · Pietermaritzburg

KZN High Court sets aside man's conviction, two life terms for murder

The KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) High Court in Pietermaritzburg has set aside the May 2022 conviction and sentence of a man who was found guilty of murder and sentenced to two life terms in jail. In a judgement handed down on Thursday by judges Garth Harrison, Nompumelelo Radebe and Pieter Bezuidenhout, they said the appeal launched by Innocent Thabani Ngcobo against his May 2022 conviction and sentence is upheld. Harrison said Ngcobo’s conviction and …See the Story

R100-million youth fund almost collapses after officials get into fist fight

Pietermaritzburg · Pietermaritzburg

R100-million youth fund almost collapses after officials get into fist fight

By Celani Sikhakhane KZN Director General Dr Nonhlanhla Mkhize resigned after a physical fight with Youth Manager Malusi Ndima over R100-million fund approval. Portfolio committee chairperson calls the incident gender-based violence and summons Premier Ntuli to explain the drama at his office. A R100-million youth fund meant to help young entrepreneurs in KwaZulu-Natal almost collapsed this week after the province’s top director general got in…Read Article

Kevin Pietersen: A Look at His Impact on Cricket

The Rise of Kevin Pietersen Kevin Pietersen, former England international cricketer, is renowned for his flamboyant style and record-breaking performances. Born on June 27, 1980, in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, Pietersen’s cricketing journey began early. He made his mark in county cricket with Nottinghamshire before earning his spot in the England national team in 2004. Career Highlights Throughout his career, Pietersen was known for revoluti…Cricket · Pietermaritzburg Read Article

Court 'gags' Carte Blanche over cardiologist's malpractice claims - Juta MedicalBrief

The KZN High Court (Pietermaritzburg) has effectively gagged TV programme Carte Blanche from airing a story about patients who accuse a Durban cardiologist of malpractice. Tania Broughton writes in GroundUp that the allegations against Dr Ntando Peaceman Duze of serious harms from inserting stents unnecessarily were corroborated by independent experts, and that both the HPCSA and Life Healthcare are investigating the doctor. Duze, however, has c…Pietermaritzburg · Pietermaritzburg Read Article

Top businessman to trade blows with NaakMusiQ!

Phumlani (32) from Pietermaritzburg in the KZN Midlands, is the CEO of Induduzo Bespoke Funerals.Pietermaritzburg · Pietermaritzburg Read Article

Sunday's Comrades Will Be a Dress Rehearsal for the 100th Race

Sunday's Comrades race over 89.98 km between Pietermaritzburg and Durban will serve as a dress rehearsal for the 100th Comrades since 1921, which will take place in two years.Pietermaritzburg · Pietermaritzburg Read Article

Luthuli Inquest | New witness to take the stand

Luthuli Inquest | New witness to take the stand luntu.lamani Wed, 06/04/2025 - 08:34 KWAZULU-NATAL - The inquest into the 1967 death of Chief Albert Luthuli resumes in Pietermaritzburg.A new witness, related to the eyewitness who allegedly saw Luthuli assaulted near a railway line, is expected to testify.READ: Daughter continues testimony in Luthuli inquestThe court has heard that the former ANC leader was not killed in a train accident, a…ANC · Pietermaritzburg See the Story

KZN schools face food delivery problems, pupils at risk of hunger

KZN schools face food delivery problems, pupils at risk of hunger Ntandoyenkosi… Tue, 06/03/2025 - 12:00 PIETREMARITZBURG - Schools in KwaZulu-Natal continue to face food delivery problems leaving pupils at risk of hunger.This after the provincial Education Department failed to pay service providers.WATCH | School nutrition protest | KZN service providers not paid since MarchThe National School Nutrition Programme Service Providers Association …Pietermaritzburg · Pietermaritzburg Read Article

South Africa: A Step Closer for Community Seeking Justice Against Tendele Coal Mining

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Press Release - On 2 June 2025, the Mfolozi Community Environmental Justice Organisation (MCEJO) together with the Global Environmental Trust (GET), Mining Affected Communities United in Action (MACUA), ActionAid South Africa, (ActionAidSA), and the Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Network (SAHRDN) obtained a court order from the Pietermaritzburg High Court setting out the agreed deadlines by which Tendele Coal Mining (Pty) Ltd and the oth…Environmental Justice · Pietermaritzburg Read Article

Zulu throne rivals united in song at court showdown

Listen to this article By Celani Sikhakhane Supporters of King Misuzulu and Prince Simakade joined voices in court to sing a traditional hymn before a tense legal hearing. The Supreme Court of Appeal is deciding whether to uphold or dismiss a ruling that stripped President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recognition of the king. A powerful war hymn sung by King Shaka more than 200 years ago united two bitter Zulu royal factions inside a courtroom on Thursda…Pietermaritzburg · Pietermaritzburg Read Article

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