Bayanda Hlongwane

An aspiring Journalist. A force of nature.

[Bayanda Hlongwane @BayandaNewsTime]

@eThekwiniM two-day summit on informal business in Durban Central. During the presentation of the progress report, Mr. Dzanibe revealed that a total of R154,668,000 was allocated for projects in the 2025/26 financial year aimed at developing the informal economy in Durban.
@Umlaz

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Yesterday, @SADTUKZN gathered at City Hall in Durban Central to submit a memorandum of grievances to the eThekwini Mayor, demanding an immediate response to their concerns.
#SADTU @UmlaziF61458

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Yesterday, during a media briefing, KZN Premier Thami Ntuli, alongside MEC for Education Sipho Hlomuka, wished the matriculants all the best. He also expressed his condolences to the family of the late Nathi Mthethwa following his passing.
@UmlaziF61458

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Gcinile Khanyile claimed first place in the DUT Living Values Essay Competition, earning a R4000 cash prize. The competition celebrates students who embody the university’s core values through creativity and leadership, with the second-place winner receiving R1500.
@UmlaziF61458

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The 2025 Student Services Awards, hosted by DUT Student Services on Friday, 03 October at the Olive Convention Centre, celebrated students who embody DUT’s Living Values through leadership, service, and creativity.
#DUTSSA2025 #LivingValues #StudentExcellence
@UmlaziFM

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Abahlali baseMjondolo (shack dwellers) gathered at Curries Fountain to celebrate their 20th anniversary of struggle under the theme uMhlaba, Isithunzi, Izindlu completing it with a powerful question: Sifike kanjani la?
#Abahlalibasemjondolo @UmlaziFM

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The SRC Inauguration at DUT was disrupted and could not proceed as scheduled. The disruption was led by members of the EFF Student Command (EFFSC), who chanted slogans including 'Release the transparent statement ' and 'Justice for Ayabonga Ngobese.
#SRCinnaguration

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Ghost teachers are bleeding education budgets in KZN, while genuine ECD teachers go unpaid. Officials now eye AI‑based monitoring to plug the leak. @The_Bulrushes

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Despite yesterday’s heavy rain, Durban residents gathered at Albert Park on the 24th to celebrate Heritage Day, where designer Mthunzi Mthembu showcased traditional outfits from his brand, M.Shade featuring models from different ethnic groups.
@The_Bulrushes #HeritageDay

[Embassy of Venezuela in South Africa @EmbaVESudafrica]

On International Workers' Day, we expressed our message of support, solidarity and friendship, to the Congress of South African Trade Union (COSATU) @_cosatu , on behalf of the people and the Venezuelan government.
#InternationalWorkersDay2025

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As the #MayDay2025 rally comes to an end, the crowd maintains it's energy. Dumsani Magagula gave a heartfelt vote of thanks to the workers of South Africa who tirelessly contribute to the economy of South Africa. The #WorkersDay2025 event @CurriesFountain concludes in vigour!

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@_cosatu workers day celebration took of with a South African National Anthem Nkosi Sikelela.
#WorkersDay

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Paul Mashatile the Deputy President just arrived at the Curries Fountain to deliver a key not adress
#COSATU #WorkersDay

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Cosatu is celebrating the Workers Day at Curries Fountain, there are different unions who affiliates under Cosatu such as SAMMU , SADTU, ANC , SACP , NUM & SACTWU who will be present here today .
#WorkersDay2025
#COSATU
#SACP

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General Mkhwanazi provides a 9-month update on SAPS' progress in KZN Province, addressing key achievements and challenges, including efforts to tackle undocumented foreigners in the region. #KZN #SAPSKZN #Illegalimmigration

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At approximately 14:00, Phumla Mkhize reported that the uMngeni River in eMkhambathini is overflowing. A taxi attempted to cross the bridge, and despite the strong current, the driver managed to navigate the vehicle safely to the other side. 🎥: Phumla Mkhize

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The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) recently celebrated a significant milestone - former President Jacob Zuma's 83rd birthday - at Durban University's Riston Campus. With a focus on "Free Education and Struggle for Economic Liberation.

@crediblesource_

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KwaZulu Natal Police arrested three suspects in Durban who were using the office to marry South African women illegally with foreign nationals, in order to grant them citizenship

Several application form of copies of identity document and electronic devices were seized: SAPS

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More details to follow ✍🏾

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Rachel Kolisi took to social media to announce that she and her husband, Siya Kolisi, have decided to go their separate ways. In a heartfelt statement, Rachel revealed that after reflection and open conversation, they have chosen to end their marriage.