Indholdsfortegnelse for 2025-11-20 i Daily News

The mother of a two-year-old who was shocked by an electric transformer while playing in an area close to the transformer succeeded in her damages claim against the King Sabato Dalindyebo Municipality in the Eastern Cape after her child suffered severe injuries as a result. The mother turned to the Mthatha High Court as she held the municipality responsible for her child’s injuries. She told the court that the municipality had a duty to safeguard residents from harm. On June 6, 2022, the child and other children of the neighbourhood were playing in Thole Street, Ngangelizwe, Mthatha, near the transformer. Moments later, the child was found lying under the transformer, unresponsive, with burn wounds on both her forearms and hands. She was admitted to the hospital, where she received treatment…

he University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has dissociated itself from researcher and crime activist, Mary de Haas, following her “disappointing testimony” before the Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee. De Haas, who appeared before Parliament on Tuesday, is an honorary research fellow at UKZN. During her appearance before Parliament, De Haas provided the committee with the information she received from confidential sources but refused to divulge their names and identities. She also declined to reveal the names even in a private session. This resulted in her testimony being described as “disappointing, unreliable and hearsay” by several members of the committee. The MPs also argued that her refusal to disclose the names made her evidence impossible to verify. The Ad Hoc Committee is investigating serious allegations of police corruption, criminal infiltration, and political interference…

Launched earlier in 2024 for the current generation, the Isuzu D-Max X-Rider has proven to be a popular model in the Isuzu line-up, with the brand now having recently introduced a limited-edition 150 units Black Edition model. To launch the stylish bakkie, Isuzu recently invited media from across South Africa to join a three-day road trip from Durban to Johannesburg, cutting through picturesque Clarens. Exterior The X-Rider nameplate has proven to be a hit since its introduction in the previous generation D-Max. The X-Rider Black Edition takes things up a notch, with cosmetic upgrades added to the already popular nameplate. It features a gloss-black grille with red X-Rider badging, dark 18-inch gloss-black alloys with red “Isuzu” lettering on the black centre caps, and black mirror caps. Decals are also along…

The synergy between Kaizer Chiefs’ first team and reserve team is still intact, despite the minimal integration of youngsters into top-flight football in recent months following structural and coaching changes. Chiefs were full of fire and confident of turning their fortunes around this season after an intense pre-season camp in the Netherlands, where they had also invited three youngsters: Naledi Hlongwane, Thulani Mabaso, and Kabelo Nkgwesa. But of the trio, only Hlongwane has made his senior team debut, the 19-year-old making his first and only appearance during their 2–0 win over Stellenbosch in the opening Betway Premiership clash of the season. And with the club having since parted ways with coach Nasreddine Nabi – who had been mandated to integrate youngsters into the team - and having signed new “experienced”…

Jose Riveiro is chuffed to be tipped by some to succeed Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos, but he argues that it’s not up to him to decide – which is why the masses should continue celebrating the team’s trajectory for now. Broos will vacate his national team hot seat after the 2026 Fifa World Cup, bringing to an end an illustrious five-year tenure that already includes qualifying for back-to-back AFCON tournaments, as well as next year’s global showpiece in North America. Given that Broos’ shoes will be difficult to fill, a number of pundits and Bafana followers have backed Riveiro to take over the reins from the silver-haired Belgian. Their motivation is inspired by the fact that Riveiro had an equally impressive three-year spell at Orlando Pirates – winning five…

Social media law expert Emma Sadleir says the State should have included a cybercrime charge against Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla. The uMkhonto weSizwe Party MP is currently on trial in the Durban High Court for her alleged instigation of the 2021 civil unrest, which left over 350 people dead and severely damaged the KwaZulu-Natal economy. Wrapping up her testimony yesteday, Sadleir told the court that the accused should have been charged under the Cybercrimes Act for using social media platforms to foment violence, which was forbidden under this new law. She argued that although the new law was not in force during the 2021 unrest, as it became law in 2022, the accused also posted similar inciting-violence messages in 2023. She further stated that after assessing all her tweets, she concluded that…

An urgent call for the immediate removal of a large homeless encampment, dubbed "tent city", along Che Guevara Road (formerly Moore Road) was made during an eThekwini Executive Committee (Exco) meeting yesterday. DA Councillor Andre Beetge demanded swift action from municipal officials to address the plight of motorists and businesses impacted by hundreds of homeless individuals who have encroached onto traffic lanes under the M4 highway near Albert Park. Beetge highlighted the location's significance, connecting the Port of Durban and the city centre via Margaret Mncadi Road, and also noted similar issues under Connaught Bridge in Durban North. “They are causing chaos. They are not moving. We have moved them from inside Albert Park but they have not departed from the verges and pavements outside of the park,” Beetge said…

The Springboks faces a few tough selection calls ahead of Saturday’s clash with Ireland in Dublin, especially after Franco Mostert’s red card was rescinded. With the match set to play a major role in defining their European tour, every decision matters. This showdown at the Aviva Stadium is more than just another Test — it’s a crucial measuring point for Rassie Erasmus and his players as they build towards the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. It will also decide whether the Boks can stay unbeaten on tour, and whether Erasmus can finally claim his first win in Ireland as Springbok coach. The world champions haven’t tasted victory in Dublin since 2012, adding an extra edge to the occasion. The starting XV is expected to look much like the one…

The Dolphins will travel to Pretoria to take on the Titans at SuperSport Park on Friday in the Cricket South Africa T20 Challenge. Here we highlight five players to watch in the fixture. Gomolemo Phiri – Dolphins Every season, the CSA T20 Challenge provides a stage for young cricketers to showcase their skills. Phiri is such a talent this season, having burst onto the scene with a half-century on debut at Kingsmead. The youngster has all the shots in the book and the temperament to execute them against quality bowlers. Phiri has scored two half-tons in four innings and will be one to watch at SuperSport Park. Heinrich Klaasen – Titans Last week, the former Proteas wicketkeeper-batter returned to domestic cricket for the first time this season and immediately showed…

As the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements grapples with a housing backlog in the province, they plan to embark on a new initiative aimed at forging formal partnerships with business leaders, philanthropists, and non-profit organisations. This ambitious programme seeks to create a structured approach to alleviate the plight of vulnerable individuals in need of decent housing. The urgency stems from the fact that the number on the provincial waiting list for government-funded houses exceeds a million residents, and more than 1 000 informal settlements in KZN. To set the plan in motion, the department has announced the establishment of a comprehensive database of interested parties willing to contribute to the construction of homes for those facing dire living conditions. “Our appreciation goes to individuals and groups who continue to exercise…

It’s been a busy year for Volvo locally this year, with three models launched and a new managing director, Grant Locke, appointed to restore customer confidence, strengthen dealer networks and guide the brand through South Africa’s transition to electric mobility. Concluding the year, the Swedish company launched their best-selling XC60 with refreshed styling, comfort, improved user experience and updated design details to bring it in line with Volvo’s growing line-up of electrified vehicles. Exterior There are three trim levels: the Core, the Plus and the Ultra. Volvo has tweaked the exterior with a reworked air intake and aligned the updated iron mark badge with the refreshed XC90, as well as given it darker rear LED lights and new wheel designs. The B5 Core and the T8 Plus trims feature a…

“Maybe Shuks missed a trick.” It’s not often that Proteas coach Shukri Conrad is not on top of his game, but these were Kagiso Rabada’s words prior to the Test series against India. Rabada was, of course, humorously referring to the absence of his long-time new-ball partner Lungi Ngidi and the value he could possibly add with his cutters and slower balls on the subcontinent tour. Little did Rabada know that Ngidi would be sent an SOS to fly over to India as backup for him after the Proteas’ premier fast bowler sat out the first Test in Kolkata with a rib injury. With the Proteas enjoying two days of extra rest after the Eden Gardens Test finished in three days, Ngidi was able to join the team in Kolkata…

Test cricket has been on its last legs since I can remember. A niche sport that exclusively keeps British aristocrats and its Commonwealth Asian diaspora entertained. This is, of course, a great generalisation. But one that holds plenty of truth with a format of the game that is already only played by 12 nations being virtually extinct in the once global power West Indies. And yet, I can’t help feeling that Test cricket is arguably in its rudest health. It was never meant to be ‘the world’s game’ – that is the domain of football – that attracts the masses ... It's far too nuanced for that. I have a penchant for scrolling through the archives on YouTube, and often come across Test matches played during the 1980s. This was…