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AMSA in Focus After Anti-Dumping Duties Hit Steel Imports from China and Thailand
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (706+ words) The International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (ITAC) has imposed definitive anti-dumping duties on structural steel imports from China and Thailand, in a decision that could offer relief to ArcelorMittal South Africa's long-steel operations, including its AMSA Newcastle Works…...
Severe Storms Forecast for KwaZulu-Natal with Flooding and Hail Risk on Thursday
18+ hour, 23+ min ago (347+ words) Inclement weather is expected across parts of KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday, 26 March 2026, after the South African Weather Service (SAWS) issued a Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms. According to SAWS, some of the forecast storms may intensify, particularly over the western and…...
Private vs Public School Fees in South Africa: Grade 1 to 12 Cost Gap in 2026
3+ day, 14+ hour ago (1211+ words) For many South African parents, one question comes up repeatedly when planning for a child's future: how much more does private schooling really cost than fee-paying public schooling over the full journey from Grade 1 to Grade 12? It is an important…...
Eskom Electricity Tariff Increase 2026: Nersa Reviews 9% Hike from April
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (557+ words) Municipal customers are expected to experience similar increases from 1 July 2026. However, these headline percentages exclude fixed network charges that are also set to rise, meaning the effective impact on household and business electricity bills will be higher than the widely…...
South Africa’s Elephant Hunting Quotas Back on the Table — But New Science Is Changing the Debate
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (631+ words) A renewed debate around elephant hunting in South Africa has emerged as government processes move toward reinstating wildlife export quotas, while new scientific research continues to reveal just how socially and intellectually sophisticated elephants may be. This is a process…...
Orange Level 5 Storm Warning for KZN After Weeks of Extreme Heat
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (376+ words) After weeks of punishing heat and no rainfall in various areas despite multiple warnings, KwaZulu-Natal may finally see a shift in conditions. However, the predicted rainfall set to break the prolonged heatwave is expected to arrive with considerable risk. SAWS…...
KwaZulu-Natal Name Change Proposed as East London and Graaff-Reinet Prepare for Renaming
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (618+ words) KwaZulu-Natal may soon face a name shift after Zulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini called for the province to be renamed KwaZulu, removing the "Natal" component entirely. The call, delivered during the 147th commemoration of the Battle of Isandlwana, has reignited national debate…...
KZN Weather Update: SAWS Level 2 Warning for Severe Thunderstorms Across Multiple Towns
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (309+ words) As large parts of KwaZulu-Natal continue to endure extreme heat, residents may experience temporary relief on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, potentially extending into Wednesday, 28 January 2026. This follows the South African Weather Service (SAWS) issuing a Level 2 Warning for Severe Thunderstorms over parts…...
Newcastle SAPS Officer and Crime Fighter Charged in Stolen Firearm Cover-Up
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (429+ words) In a significant setback to public confidence in law enforcement and community safety efforts, a sergeant from the Newcastle SAPS Crime Prevention Unit and a prominent local crime fighter remain in police custody. As a result, they now face serious…...
SAWS Yellow Level 2 Warning Issued for Severe Thunderstorms Across KZN on Wednesday
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (325+ words) Severe thunderstorms, accompanied by heavy downpours, damaging winds, excessive lightning, and hail, are expected to batter multiple towns in the north'western parts of KwaZulu'Natal. As per SAWS, this could potentially result in localised flooding and damage to settlements and infrastructure…...