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Nivashni Nair is a multiple award-winning journalist who has interviewed presidents and superstars and travelled throughout KwaZulu-Natal to find the untold stories of the ordinary South African. She has been the eyes and ears of the people during some of the country's major court cases and is always on the lookout for stories of the underdog, unconventional tales and "good" news.

Security, police and community members gathered after the body of crime fighter Muzzafar Saib was found on Wednesday.

Body of Phoenix crime fighter found two days after going missing

A private security company says it is believed the man was stabbed multiple times.

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The NSRI’s pink rescue buoys were used to assist people in distress during various rescue efforts within 48 hours in KwaZulu-Natal. File photo.

Nine people rescued in KZN waters within 48 hours

In less than 48 hours, nine people, including an eight-year-old child, had to be rescued after getting into trouble in the water in KwaZulu-Natal.

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Recipients of the International Human Rights Award and members of the African LGBTQIA+ Human Rights Project, from left: Jenna-Lee De Beer-Proctor, Chris McLachlan, Nkanyiso Madlala, Sakhile Msweli, Niel Victor, Thembi Dlamini, Juan Nel, Suntosh Pillay and Zindi Venter

SA psychologists receive global human rights award for LGBTQIA+ research

A team of nine psychologists became the first South Africans to receive global recognition for their human rights work at an online ceremony on Wednesday night.

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Durban's Umhlanga beach has been closed after “abuse of sewer infrastructure” jammed the waterworks.

WATCH | Bronze and Umhlanga beaches closed after rags, animal carcasses found stuffed in sewer

eThekwini municipality had to close off Durban's Bronze and Umhlanga beaches after foreign objects such as rags and animal carcasses jammed the waterworks resulting in a pump station failure.

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The SA Hindu Maha Sabha says the government should go after the hitmen and masterminds behind the assassinations of whistle-blowers like security boss Marius van der Merwe. Image provided by SAPS

Go after the masterminds behind hits on whistle-blowers, urges SA Hindu Maha Sabha

The faith based organisation said every South African should take a stand and support whistle-blower initiatives

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An eight-year-old girl at Bobbi Bear, a facility which takes in children who have been abused, has written a letter to Santa to ask if she can stay there.

Eight-year-old’s heartbreaking letter to Santa is a reminder of festive-season abuse

A rapid-response service in KwaZulu-Natal is preparing for an uptick in abuse cases this festive season.

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An attorney offers advice to South Africans to stay out of jail this festive season.

If you feel your temper rising, switch to ‘Silent Night’: tips to stay out of jail this festive season

A Durban attorney dishes out some advice to help South Africans stay out of legal trouble this festive season.

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Beachgoers could expect higher high tides, with water levels rising significantly and reaching further up the shoreline.

NSRI urges safety measures during spring tides

Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution as the full moon spring tide that peaked on Thursday is expected to cause stronger and more unpredictable tidal conditions over the weekend.

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On Tuesday the Ulundi Regional Court sentenced Bheki Mdakane, 42 to life and 73 years imprisonment for Dlamini’s murder and a string of offences he committed in April and March in 2023

Life for KZN man who cut short life of chemical engineering student

The Ulundi regional court sentenced Bheki Mdakane to life and 73 years in prison for two murders in 2023

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A doctor and his female companion were allegedly brutally stabbed by a security office at Rietvlei Hospital in Umzimkhulu, KwaZulu-Natal

Health-care workers face escalating violence, says Sama after attack on doctor at KZN hospital

The recent stabbing of a doctor and his girlfriend at Rietvlei Hospital in Umzimkhulu, allegedly by a security officer, is another example of escalating violence against health-care workers, says the South African Medical Association.

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The Women for Change campaign calls on supporters to refrain from all paid and unpaid work in workplaces, universities, and homes, and to spend no money for the entire day to demonstrate the economic and social impact of their absence in a bid to protest against gender-based violence in SA.

Health workers should support G20 Women’s Shutdown without compromising care, says Sama

Health-care professionals should support the Women for Change’s national shutdown without compromising patient care, the South African Medical Association said on Wednesday.

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An AI-generated ad for a 'corrupt politician' action figure mocking the ANC complete with a big belly, lounger stuffed with cash and a Lamborghini

WATCH | AI-generated ‘corrupt politician’ action figure earns ANC’s wrath

An online video promoting South Africa’s “latest corrupt politician deluxe action figure”, complete with a cash-stuffed couch and a blue Lamborghini, has fooled many social media users.

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The Siyaphambili Women’s Club from Umgababa, in KwaZulu-Natal, is among the many community food gardens invited to enter the inaugural Shoprite Act For Change Food Garden Competition.

Retail giant’s R1m food garden competion feeds healthy competition

Hunger is rising among women-headed households in South African towns and cities, where producing food is less feasible.

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A Durban Metro police officer and a motorist were arrested after a “bribery incident” on Wednesday.

Durban metro cop and motorist arrested in ‘bribery incident’

A Durban Metro Police officer and a motorist were arrested after a “bribery incident” on Wednesday. “The officer was caught accepting a bribe and the motorist was arrested for offering it,” said Durban Metro Police spokesperson Col Boysie…

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Schedule a weekly 15-minute money date to calmly review your accounts. The goal isn’t judgment; it’s awareness. Knowing exactly where you stand reduces financial anxiety. Stock photo.

This is how better to handle your money to reduce stress

Is your bank account stressing you out? Finances are one of the major sources of daily stress, a financial expert said on Wednesday. “October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and while we focus on therapy, mindfulness and rest, we often…

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