KwaZulu-Natal
Verulam temple collapses, killing one construction worker
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A four-story temple in Redcliffe near Verulam, north of Durban, collapsed on December 12, 2025, while workers added a structure on top, resulting in one confirmed death and several injuries. Rescue operations continue as teams search for others trapped under the rubble. The building lacked approved plans, making it illegal.
KwaZulu-Natal police have issued a statement addressing claims by Hawks head Major-General Lesetja Senona that he was removed from his office and had devices confiscated. Senona alleged the actions were ordered by Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and that he was followed to his Durban residence. The police countered that Senona breached security protocols by not signing in upon entry.
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Sithengile Senior Secondary School in Claremont, KwaZulu-Natal, recorded a 96.8% pass rate in the 2025 matric exams, an improvement from 90.6% in 2024. The school supported 246 pupils, with over 140 securing bachelor's passes and distinctions in maths and science, amid socioeconomic hurdles. Principal Sibongile Shabalala highlighted the team's dedication in overcoming these obstacles.
Following earlier storms that claimed lives and caused widespread flooding, a severe thunderstorm with gale-force winds and hail devastated parts of the KwaZulu-Natal midlands on 26 December, affecting over 150 households, completely destroying about 50 homes, and injuring five people who received hospital treatment. Health services face disruptions amid warnings of further storms.
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Following suspensions of its members for disrupting the December 15 failed no-confidence motion against Premier Thami Ntuli, the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) plans legal action against KwaZulu-Natal Legislature Speaker Nontembeko Boyce. Premier Ntuli backs the move to restore order.
uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party's motion of no confidence against KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli failed amid chaotic disruptions in the provincial legislature. MK members clashed with police, damaged property, and stalled proceedings for over an hour before the vote was squashed by a coalition majority. The incident highlighted ongoing power struggles in the province following the 2024 elections.
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The uMkhonto weSizwe Party in KwaZulu-Natal is advancing a no-confidence motion against Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli. Political analyst Bhekisisa Mncube attributes the move to the party's inability to secure control of the province after the 2024 elections. Ntuli dismisses the challenge as unrelated to governance failures.
MK party vows to seize control of KwaZulu-Natal government
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