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Kouga Dam operating safely despite high inflows

Friday, May 8, 2026

The Department of Water and Sanitation has assured the public that the Kouga Dam remains structurally safe and fully operational despite water levels exceeding capacity following heavy rainfall in its catchment area.

Burials at several municipal cemeteries suspended following heavy rainfall

Friday, May 8, 2026

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality says the decision to temporarily suspend burials at several municipal cemeteries following severe rainfall and flooding across the metro is necessary to protect public health, environmental safety and the dignity of the burial process.

KZN uncovers alleged prison-linked RDP housing syndicate

Friday, May 8, 2026

KwaZulu-Natal Transport and Human Settlements MEC, Siboniso Duma, has revealed the existence of an alleged sophisticated criminal syndicate operating from within a correctional facility and linked to the sale of RDP houses, including to undocumented foreign nationals.

Madlanga Commission hears testimony on Durban harbour drug seizure

Friday, May 8, 2026

The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System will today hear testimony relating to the seizure of a consignment of drugs at the Durban harbour on 22 June 2024, but proceedings will take place behind closed doors.