Kayla Shaw

Journalist @WitnessKZN

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Six people have been arrested on drug-related charges after South African Police Service (SAPS) members seized dagga with an estimated street value of more than R15 000 during two intelligence-driven raids.

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After years of campaigning to have Opal the orangutan relocated from the Natal Zoological Gardens to a sanctuary, Friends of Opal founder Greer Bullock has announced a dramatic change of course, saying expert advice has convinced her that moving the 47-year-old primate could place her life at risk.

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Thousands of community members, charity organisations, local schools, businesses and families came together at TPA Primary School on Saturday morning to mark Mandela Day by cooking 108 pots of food for those in need.

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A three-year-old boy has died after reportedly falling into a stormwater pond while playing with friends in Plettenberg Bay, with a desperate community search ending in tragedy.

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A growing chorus of environmentalists, landscapers and community groups are calling for urgent action to save Pietermaritzburg’s iconic fever trees.

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In The Witness today: Grandmother’s body taken to bank in funeral policy row | SA brings back citizens lured into Russia conflict | SAPS officer urges colleagues to prioritise education | Ex-prince Andrew’s arrest a historic blow to royal family | KZN Education Department drowning in R619 million staff debt | Mugabe’s son arrested after shooting at Hyde Park home | Ntuli warns of ‘chaos’ if KwaZulu-Natal coalition collapses | Sibiya hits back at accusers in explosive testimony | Ramaphosa: ‘Cabinet shares collective responsibility’ | Scottsville Grindr gang set to face bail judgment | Number plate clue brings down six-man robbery gang | Fever trees under threat as bark stripping devastates city giants | Calls for safety reforms after granny’s murder | Mayor offers ass urances of electricity restoration to Sweetwaters residents | Richmond residents furious over new taxi rank gate | UN says Israeli actions raise ‘ethnic cleansing’ fears in West Bank, Gaza | Japanese city donated R58 million in gold to fix water system | UN probe finds ‘hallmarks of genocide’ in Sudan | UKZN Impi ready for Madibaz test | Maritzburg College hosts JOI event | KZN Athletics head Mkasi hails Msunduzi’s support as key to Capital City Marathon’s growth | Drop in temp expected to bring fish out | Sundowns ‘deserved’ to win against Bucs — Cardoso | Spain’s Ereno Leads the way at the Durban Country Club | A battle of the Morkel brothers awaits as SA prepares to face India in Ahmedabad | Dusi leaders battle for tactical edge.

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In The Witness today
Dispute over surveillance cameras in vehicles cripples Msunduzi services | ‘We are very upset that we have to experience electricity outages almost every day’ | Sibiya disputes Masemola’s ‘surprise’ over task team disbandment | KZN grandfather of 10 scoops R12,6 million in Lotto Plus jackpot | Steenhuisen warns of Tongaat Hulett economic fallout | Residents of KwaMashu old-age home being relocated

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The Dusi Canoe Marathon kicks off as paddlers begin the iconic multi-day race from Pietermaritzburg to Durban.

Amongst them are defending champions for mens and womens doubles Andy Birkett and Matt Fenn, and Abby Solms with Robyn Groenink.

Viewers can expect a fierce battle as the
75th edition of the Dusi Canoe Marathon kicks off

Video: Moeketsi Mamane and Jerry Barnes

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In The Witness today: KZN economy braces as Tongaat Hulett faces provisional liquidation | Non-verbal murder accused’s case postponed | Real estate investment giant Growthpoint backs KZN’s economic recovery | Correctional Services ordered to pay suspended KZN top official R1 million | Ramaphosa attends AU Water and Sanitation Summit in Ethiopia | FMD outbreak: Zambia closes border to SA livestock | Zuma vows court battle to regain ANC membership | Suspected hitman arrested in whistle-blower murder case | Trolley distraction used to steal from Howick’s elderly | Taxi fares set to rise as Kamberg road becomes undriveable | City commits to fixing service delivery failures in Napierville | Copesville residents raise alarm over rising theft | Court raises concerns over delays in Mhlongo murder cases probe | UKZN’s Dean of Medicine bags prestigious academic milestone | Spanish national fined R500 000 for illegal wildlife possession | UK considers Russia sanctions over Navalny poisoning findings | Obama slams Trump for racist monkey clip | UK’s most famous feline, Larry, marks 15 years at 10 Downing Street | Milestone as Kim wins maiden LIV title | Moroka Swallows cancels Marumo Gallants sale | SA Rugby opens new doors for young talent | Ouaddou blasts Pirates players, says he’s ‘not here to play circus’ | Cardoso turns attention to Pirates after Sundowns’ Caf success | India rout rivals Pakistan by 61 runs at T20 World Cup.

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Businesses say tariff hikes don’t match service delivery | Woman worker to lay charges against Laco | Instagram CEO to testify at social media addiction trial | O’Sullivan confronted over alleged slush fund payment | Parties set clear demands ahead of Ramaphosa’s Sona | Ipid resource gaps, political interference flagged | Prayer vigil for Senzo Mchunu sparks social media storm | Authorities confiscate expired goods during raid in uMngeni

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A Pietermaritzburg-based snake catcher’s hot week got hotter as he was called out to two feisty snake situations, one an angry spitting cobra and the second, a writhing black mamba.

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Debate coach arrested after pupils abandoned at airport | No-go areas emerge as Msunduzi probes revenue collection sabotage | O’Sullivan to finally testify in person before Parliament ad hoc committee | The heat is on as local snake catcher tackles two venomous species | Ngubo drops from Impendle top spot

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The Madlanga Commission has postponed the testimony of North West businessman Suleiman Carrim, who was expected to take the stand on Friday.

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Two young women were gunned down while walking home in France, Pietermaritzburg, on Thursday night, leaving their families shattered and desperate for answers.

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The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has suspended about 70 000 social grants as part of a nationwide review process aimed at tightening controls and ensuring only eligible beneficiaries receive social assistance.

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As foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) continues to cause havoc in the agricultural sector, farmers have expressed mixed reactions to Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen’s withdrawal from the DA leadership race to focus on addressing the crisis.

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While snake season should be active like no other in Pietermaritzburg with the heat reaching sweltering levels, catches are finding it quiet compared to last year.

Yet young snake catcher Akil Ramsurran continues meeting “spicy” snakes all the same!

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While soaring temperatures usually signal peak snake season in KwaZulu-Natal, snake catcher Akil Ramsurran says call-outs have been relatively quiet, though the ones that do come in are proving memorable.

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As foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) continues to spread rapidly across South Africa — with KwaZulu-Natal the hardest-hit province — farmers, agricultural bodies and KZN government stakeholders are meeting today for emergency discussions on how to contain the spread of the dreaded disease.

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Guatemala’s president on Sunday declared a 30-day nationwide state of emergency to combat criminal gangs after authorities accused the groups of killing eight police officers and holding hostages at three prisons.

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In The Witness today: Disciplinary action against Northdale teacher ruled unfair | Father and daughter arrested for drunk driving in Mtubatuba | Ramaphosa ordered Iran’s withdrawal from False Bay drills — Presidency | National disaster declared following deadly floods | Zuma’s arrest did not spark July 2021 unrest, says Mbeki | MK Party fails to derail KZN Legislature outreach | Victory for Newcastle residents as court turns down mine application | Prince calls for John Ross Highway to be renamed after King Cetshwayo | Knife-carrying pupils and break-ins raise safety concerns in Richmond | SA to introduce total ban on drinking and driving, breathalysers in taxis | Convicted killer Deon Mathonsi to be sentenced for Bulwer mass murders | Emadlangeni mayor appeals for urgent funding after storm damage | Amanzimtoti police issue safety tips amid rise in ‘bump-and-hug’ robberies | MEC warns against bogus educational institutions | Europe hits back at Trump’s tariff threat, calls it a mistake | ‘Nothing’s changed’ in Gaza as U.S. peace deal enters second phase | India looks to finalise ‘mother of all deals’ with EU | OpenAI to run ads on ChatGPT | Summer fishing season kicks off with a bang | Rassie Erasmus shuts down Tony Brown exit talk | Sharks hammer Clermont in Durban | SA U19 wom en win youth T20 Tri-Series | Ocean Mavericks clinch podium finish in World’s Toughest Row | Bok Women bring HSBC SVNS 3 crown home.