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In a heartbreaking incident of misidentification, a woman lost her life after presumed hitmen targeted her mistakenly due to a supposed affair. In an unforeseen sequence of events, the South African Police Service (SAPS) managed to take into custody the individuals involved in the crime, unveiling a complex web of relationships, dishonesty, and revenge that unfolded on the N3 highway in KwaZuluNatal.

The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has scheduled a series of essential maintenance works on the water supply infrastructure from 26 September to 5 October 2023. These vital measures aim to benefit customers by reducing water wastage, but they will result in temporary water supply disruptions in several areas. The City sincerely apologizes for any inconvenience caused and encourages residents to stay informed about the maintenance timetable.

The city’s Law Enforcement Department (LED) has revealed an astonishing 12,069 arrests made from July 2022 to June 2023. This number represents a noteworthy 89% upsurge compared to the prior year, emphasizing the department’s unyielding dedication to maintaining safety and security.

KwaZuluNatal, a South African province, is grappling with the urgent need to supply secure and dependable water and sanitation services to its inhabitants. The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) acknowledges the South African Human Rights Commission’s (SAHRC) report on these issues and is actively working on solutions to improve the current conditions.

South Africa’s government, joined by the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), recently organized the South African Transmission Financing Seminar. This significant event gathered experts and key players from energy and financial fields to deliberate on the country’s power transmission infrastructure’s future.

In a remarkable show of unity and expertise, a multidisciplinary team made up of law enforcement officers and private security personnel in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province recently apprehended ten suspects involved in a bold robbery at a Gqeberha jewelry store. The swift capture of the suspects highlights the power of collaboration among different security agencies and the significant role played by intelligence networks in defeating crime. This article delves into the complex series of events that led to the arrest of the robbers and celebrates the commendable commitment and courage displayed by the officers in question.

South Africa’s Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Ms. Barbara Creecy, has recently announced the appointment of Mr. Peter Mbelengwa as the Department’s new Chief Director, Head of Communications and Advocacy, and Spokesperson. With a long and distinguished career in government communications, Mr. Mbelengwa brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will be invaluable in furthering the department’s mission and vision.

Amidst a backdrop of war, conflict, and an ongoing pandemic, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, urging for solidarity, trust, and commitment to the principles established by the UN Charter. Ramaphosa’s speech discussed various pressing issues, such as climate change, inequality, and the importance of multilateralism.

The Human Settlements Sector is poised for significant progress with the introduction of an updated framework aimed at guiding municipalities in their management of national housing programs. The Revised Accreditation Framework for Municipalities to Administer National Housing Programmes (2023) is designed to build municipalities’ capacities for carrying out delegated functions while maintaining shortterm delivery capabilities. At a recent meeting attended by Human Settlements Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, Deputy Minister Pam Tshwete, and provincial MECs of Human Settlements (MINMEC), the framework was met with resounding support and approval.

The mining community recently experienced a heartwrenching tragedy when several workers perished in a catastrophic bus accident in Limpopo province, South Africa. The disaster, which transpired on September 17, 2023, plunged family members, friends, and coworkers of the victims into profound grief and disbelief. The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has conveyed its sincerest sympathies to the mourning families and extended their wishes for a swift recovery to those injured.

The recently restructured UmngeniUthukela Water Board has introduced its new members following the Cabinet’s approval on September 13, 2023. Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu, accompanied by Deputy Minister Judith Tshabalala, met with the 12 newlyappointed board members in KwaZulu Natal to discuss their mandate. The board is composed of experts in Science, Engineering, Law, Accounting, and Finance, and is led by Advocate Vusi Khuzwayo as Chairperson and Ms. Noluthando Mkhize as Deputy Chairperson.