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The South African
4 days ago
- The South African
Factory with 300 Illegal foreigners busted [video]
South African Police Service (SAPS), accompanied by KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli, raided a textile factory in Stanger on Thursday after discovering it was employing over 300 undocumented foreign nationals. The operation formed part of a broader crackdown on illegal immigration and non-compliant businesses. SABC News reported that law enforcement arrived at the factory and found the gates locked. Officers used ladders to scale the walls and gain access to the premises. Inside, they found hundreds of undocumented workers. Read the full version of the ' WATCH: SAPS raid KZN factory employing over 300 illegal foreigners' article. Some of the workers attempted to flee into nearby bushes, but police arrested them. The Department of Home Affairs was on-site to begin processing those detained to determine their immigration status. According to SABC News, KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli said authorities would deport all foreign nationals found to be in the country illegally. Looking for quick updates? Watch News in a Minute videos on The South African's YouTube page for all the key stories you need to know! Catch all the latest videos on news, lifestyle, travel, sports and more – there's always something to watch! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and BlueSky to stay connected and get your news on the go!
The Herald
26-05-2025
- The Herald
Hand over GBV culprits, murdered teenager's family asks community
The family of KwaZulu-Natal teenager Xolile Mpanza, 17, who was found deceased in a sugar cane plantation near Dokodweni on the north coast, is calling on communities to help police arrest the culprits in her case and that of other femicide cases. The teenager's uncle, Jabulani Mpanza, spoke publicly after being visited by premier Thami Ntuli. 'It's tense. It's been difficult and we have barely been able to sleep after the grim discovery. This is something we would see happening to other people. I know no family deserves to be in such agony. This is painful,' said Mpanza. He said the family had hoped for a bright future for the teenager. Ntuli called on the community of Dokodweni to come forward with information which would help the investigation. 'Anyone who may have the information must share with the police on 08000 10111,' he said. Ntuli said in another incident in the same area, it is reported two suspects raped a 17-year-old girl who has been admitted to hospital due to her injuries. 'The only way we can fight the scourge of gender-based violence is for us to stand up and work with the police.' TimesLIVE
The Herald
23-05-2025
- The Herald
Nkandla rape suspect rearrested after seeking help from traditional healer
KwaZulu-Natal premier Thami Ntuli commended the community for unifying against gender-based violence by playing a decisive role in police tracking down and apprehending the rape suspect. Ntuli is expected to visit the Mariannhill police station with provincial police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkwanazi on Friday where a criminal case will be opened against the brother of the Bizimali suspect, who has allegedly been threatening key witnesses involved in the case. 'We are taking a firm stance. Intimidating witnesses is a direct attack on justice, and we will act decisively to protect those who come forward,' said Ntuli. He commended police for their swift action in re-arresting the suspect who reportedly approached a traditional healer seeking intervention in his case. The traditional healer, suspecting foul play, alerted the police. 'The collaboration between communities and law enforcement remains vital. I applaud the traditional healer for acting decisively and thank the SAPS for responding swiftly.' TimesLIVE
eNCA
22-05-2025
- Business
- eNCA
KZN launches plan to roll out 5G in rural areas
DURBAN - The KwaZulu-Natal government is taking steps to bridge the digital divide by expanding 5G internet access to rural communities. Premier Thami Ntuli says the Public-Private Partnership is aimed at boosting connectivity as part of a broader digital inclusion strategy. READ | Discussing the analogue switch off with Minister of Communication and Digital But, can it improve living standards, create jobs and strengthen emergency response capabilities in underserved areas? Reporter Nkosikhona Malinga-Mnisi has more.
TimesLIVE
21-05-2025
- Health
- TimesLIVE
KZN's fight against HIV/Aids hinges on Ramaphosa-Trump meeting, budget
KwaZulu-Natal premier Thami Ntuli said the provincial strategy to combat HIV, TB and sexually transmitted infections hinged on the outcome of President Cyril Ramaphosa's US visit and the adoption of the national budget. Ntuli was speaking during a sitting of the Provincial Council on Aids (PCA) in Mayville, Durban, on Wednesday to discuss the status of KZN's HIV response and explore sustainable ways to maintain and enhance progress in combating the epidemic. The PCA is a structure of the SA National Aids Council which serves as the primary co-ordinating body for each province's response to all STIs. It is chaired by the premier and includes different stakeholders including government, civil society and traditional leaders to develop and implement provincial strategic plans. This year's PCA meeting came as the country's HIV/Aids fighting efforts were affected by fiscal constraints and heightened geopolitical tensions with the US, which saw President Donald Trump — in one of his first executive orders in office — cancelling the USAID programme and PEPFAR funding. The PEPFAR funding, which amounted to R1.5bn had a significant impact on the fight against HIV and Aids in South Africa as it supported important roles in health, education and social development. Ntuli said another implication of the withdrawal of the funding was the more than 5,000 job losses for people employed under the programme. 'I am certain many of us already know of human beings and livelihoods that this sudden withdrawal has negatively affected through job losses,' Ntuli said. 'This unfortunate development is frustrating our long-term plans which were based on the 'certainty' of this funding stream.' He said the provincial government is pinning its hopes on the delegation led by Ramaphosa being able to persuade the US to restore the funding. 'Our position is that it is not our place to interfere with the policies of another country, but we would wish to see these funds being made available again, and the PEPFAR funding reinstated. 'We believe this will not be the last engagement with the US administration, but the beginning of new negotiations that will reopen room for continuing engagements including on the cancelled programmes.' Ntuli emphasised the importance of quickly finalising the national budget, which has been delayed since March, as vital for the PCA, as it will provide clarity on funding for government programmes this financial year. 'Both these events — the president's US trip and the tabling of the national budget — have critical economic and financial implications as we sharpen our battle plan against HIV, TB and STIs in KwaZulu-Natal.' He warned that the current fiscal landscape, in which they rely on allocated funds, means it is essential to adjust spending and programmes to match the available resources. 'We are in the age of leaner and smaller budgets, and unless there is a major change in economic growth projections, we will continue to struggle as a country and, by extension, KZN. Yet we must fight on.' Ntuli said mother-to-child HIV transmission has been reduced from over 70,000 annual cases before 2004 to just 643 in 2024 while life expectancy has increased from 54.7 years in 2010 to 66.5 years in 2024. 'When I look at the numbers, I see the real impact being made by your intervention as men and women of the PCA in mobilising society and implementing our provincial plan. While we are still the highest in HIV infection in the country, we are collectively fighting back.'
