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Mediclinic Newcastle on Newcastle’s mental health
Newcastle-based Dr Londeka Mnikathi chats with us about Mental Health Awareness month. A topic often pushed to one side in society
KZN Municipalities
Hawks arrest suspect as another NKZN Municipality loses essential cables
This follows the arrest of a Vryheid resident, who was dealing in copper cables, stolen from the Abaqulusi (Vryheid) Municipality.
Urine and faeces paint Newcastle public toilets, but there is more to this
A visit to the site is not only an assault on the senses but does pose a massive health risk to pedestrians and local businesses.
Scott and Montague Streets traffic lights only to be repaired in August 2022
Starting in 2021, Newcastle motorists have found themselves contending with nonfunctional traffic lights at the intersection of Scott Street and Montague Street, in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal.
Flooding in Ladysmith to come to an end, says Mayor
Despite this, Ladysmith suffered subsequent flooding not long afterwards due to the excessive rain during the summer months.
Utrecht on temporary electrical supply, after thieves steal essential cables
Utrecht is currently running on a temporary supply of electricity, with the town set to face major challenges if the issue is not resolved.
Over R7 million pumped into Utrecht’s road upgrade projects
The eMadlangeni (Utrecht) Municipality will be spending over R7 million on repairing infrastructure within the town.
Family receives new home, groceries and furniture from Newcastle Municipality
A local family from Lister Farm found themselves the proud owners of a brand-new home, thanks to the Newcastle Municipality.
Pressure on new administrations as certain KZN municipalities futures look bleak
However, concerns are flying following Maluleke’s report, explaining the dire financial position of 28% of South African municipalities.
Ladysmith residents be warned, “municipal contractors” trying to gain access to homes
Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal residents need to be on high alert as there is a team of men operating under the guise of municipal-appointed contractors, pretending to install smart metres.
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Eskom implements Stage 6 loadshedding
Eskom has announced that due to unlawful industrial action, Stage 6 loadshedding will be implemented on Tuesday, 28 June 2022
Fuel prices set to spike again in July if gov doesn’t play ball
Further petrol price increases are expected in July 2022 and are set to see South Africans adjusting their budgets once again.
Goodbye to face masks in South Africa
Face masks, once a punishable offence if not worn, are now no longer a requirement according to Health Minister, Joe Phaahla.
Warning: Risk of higher stages of loadshedding, due to protest action
On Friday, 24 June 2022, the electricity provider pointed out that over the past 24 hours, Eskom has experienced protests at nine of its power stations and other operating facilities.
Stage 2 loadshedding extended, with chances of higher stages in the evening
Eskom has announced that Stage 2 loadshedding will continue on Wednesday, 22 June 2022, from 10 am until midnight.
SAPS Brigadier updates on cannabis rules and what you should know
Despite cannabis being decriminalised in South Africa, many cannabis users are still finding themselves handcuffed and charged for cannabis possession by rather overzealous police officers.
Economy
Record-breaking fuel prices this April. Gov looking at ways to help
According to the Automobile Association (AA), the price of petrol is expected to go up by between R2.07 and R2.15 a litre.
Crime
Hawks arrest suspect as another NKZN Municipality loses essential cables
This follows the arrest of a Vryheid resident, who was dealing in copper cables, stolen from the Abaqulusi (Vryheid) Municipality.