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The Citizen
2 days ago
- The Citizen
Heartless killer licked bloody death knife, says court witness
Nthethelo Zulu (36) was handed a life sentence plus a further 15 years for robbing and fatally stabbing Siphelele Ndlovu (38) in July 2020. Ulundi Regional Court heard how Zulu and two friends left a Mboshongweni shebeen on the night of the killing. Intoxicated, the trio was walking home when they came across the victim listening to music on his cellphone while carrying his personal belongings in a plastic bag. Zulu informed his friends that he intended to rob the man – a comment to which they did not respond, according to their testimony. Upon approaching Ndlovu, Zulu tripped him, produced a knife, and stabbed him repeatedly… Read the full story in the ZO Weekender edition, out on the shelves and on the ZO app. Don't have the ZO app? Download it to your Android or Apple device here: HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. For news straight to your phone invite us: WhatsApp – 060 784 2695 Instagram – zululand_observer
The Citizen
2 days ago
- The Citizen
Missing Grade 9 pupil found dead
The badly decomposed body of a teenage girl (16), who went missing recently, was found near her homestead on Thursday. Khethokuhle Ayanda Ncube of the Mnqadi area in KwaMthethwa was last seen going to the local shop to buy airtime for her mother. She never returned. Worried, the Mthiyane family reported her missing to the police. A community search ensued, but Ncube, a Grade 9 pupil at Ogome Secondary School, was nowhere to be found… Read the full story in the ZO Weekender edition, out on the shelves and on the ZO app. Don't have the ZO app? Download it to your Android or Apple device here: HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. For news straight to your phone invite us: WhatsApp – 060 784 2695 Instagram – zululand_observer
The Citizen
03-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
WATCH: Safety concerns over R34 ongoing roadwork delays
Roadwork delays on the pothole-riddled R34 outside Empangeni have left motorists fuming and concerned for their safety. Three weeks ago, the contractor removed the tar along the Bargain Shed to Empangeni Milling stretch of road, however, the section has been left unworked on for almost two weeks. Heavy traffic flow along the road poses huge frustration for motorists. 'They've carved it up, but nothing is happening. Are the guys still on contract? Is there money left?' questioned one motorist. Read the full story in this week's ZO Weekender. Don't have the ZO app? Download it to your Android or Apple device here: HAVE YOUR SAY At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading! Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here.
The Citizen
17-06-2025
- General
- The Citizen
WATCH: Union marchers hand over list of grievances to City of uMhlathuze
WATCH: Union marchers hand over list of grievances to City of uMhlathuze A peaceful protest by hundreds of South African Municipal Workers' Union (SAMWU) members went off without any incidents today (Tuesday) when the mass group held a peaceful march from the ZCBF grounds to the City of uMhlathuze offices in Richards Bay. This follows Samwu's recent warning that they would have no choice but to embark on industrial action to defend members' rights, dignity and safety if their concerns were not attended to. ALSO READ: Union threatens industrial action in City of uMhlathuze The march culminated in the handing over of a memorandum of grievances, which was received by uMhlathuze COO Thembeka Khumalo. The municipality was given until Friday at 4pm to respond. Grievances raised include safety and security pertaining to employees, PPE requirements not being met, unfair labour practices, filling of vacant positions, and overtime payments. @zululand_observer ZO LIVE UPDATE | City traffic officers are present to direct motorists in the Richards Bay CBD as striking City of uMhlathuze employees affiliated to SAMWU march from ZCBF towards the civic centre ♬ original sound – Zululand_Observer – Zululand_Observer Read the full story in this week's ZO Weekender. Don't have the ZO app? Download it to your Android or Apple device here: HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. For news straight to your phone invite us: WhatsApp – 060 784 2695 Instagram – zululand_observer At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
04-06-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
3 KZN municipalities to begin system training for better service delivery
3 KZN municipalities to begin system training for better service delivery Three KZN municipalities — uMfolozi, Ulundi and Nkandla — will travel to Pietermaritzburg this Thursday to begin training on the Cash Management System (CMS), a move aimed at enhancing effective service delivery. The training forms part of a broader initiative by KZN Treasury to improve financial efficiency and curb overspending and wasteful expenditure at local government level. ALSO READ: KZN municipalities lauded for clean audits According to Finance MEC Francois Rodgers, the CMS will be rolled out in seven municipalities between now and December. The system is designed to: • Improve service delivery • Ensure timely payments to service providers • Reduce municipal budget deficits 'This CMS roll-out will help strengthen financial accountability at local government level,' said Rodgers. The high-level workshop will bring together mayors, municipal managers, chief financial officers and project champions, who are expected to sign a formal acknowledgement of understanding and commitment pledge. Read the full story in the ZO Weekender Don't have the ZO app? Download it to your Android or Apple device here: HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. For news straight to your phone invite us: WhatsApp – 060 784 2695 Instagram – zululand_observer At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
