Zainul Dawood

Multimedia Journalist

Delay in unveiling monument for Indian indentured labourers on 165th anniversary

Zainul Dawood|Published

A monument honouring Indian indentured labourers will not be unveiled on its 165th anniversary due to delays in construction, with completion expected by early 2026. ...

Celebrating 10 years of the Meal of Reconciliation at the Denis Hurley Centre

Zainul Dawood|Published

Join us as we reflect on the 10th Annual Meal of Reconciliation, a heartfelt event that brought together the Denis Hurley Centre (DHC) family and fostered connections ...

Concerns over temporary water relief in eThekwini

Zainul Dawood|Published

The Verulam Water Crisis Committee expresses concerns over the temporary lifting of water restrictions in eThekwini, calling for sustainable solutions to the ongoing ...

WATCH: Homeowners spread Christmas cheer with festive light displays

Zainul Dawood|Published

Discover how Durban homeowners are lighting up the festive season with stunning decorations while supporting local charities. Join Anne Moodie and the Munsami family ...

Durban Metro Police crackdown on illegal street mechanics in Umbilo

Zainul Dawood|Published

Durban Metro Police have launched a series of raids in Umbilo to tackle the issue of illegal street mechanics operating on public pavements, following complaints ...

Family conquers Antarctic Ice Marathon to raise awareness for Early Childhood Development

Zainul Dawood|Published

Iain Buchan and his family tackle the Antarctic Ice Marathon, raising awareness for Early Childhood Development while facing extreme conditions.

KZN police get 36 new vehicles to boost crime-fighting efforts

Zainul Dawood|Published

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli announces the addition of 36 police vehicles to the SAPS fleet, aiming to enhance law enforcement capabilities and address ...

PICS: Durban Metro Police enforce zero tolerance on beachfront traffic violations

Zainul Dawood|Published

Durban Metro Police adopt a strict stance against traffic congestion and by-law violations on the beachfront.

Umbilo Business Association calls for action against illegal mechanics

Zainul Dawood|Published

The eThekwini Municipality is addressing the rise of illegal mechanics in Umbilo, following complaints from local businesses about their disruptive practice.

Emergency relief efforts under way after fire displaces 43 households in Pietermaritzburg

Zainul Dawood|Published

Forty-three households were displaced after a devastating fire in Mkhondeni, prompting the Msunduzi Municipality to initiate emergency relief efforts to assist affected ...

Fire destroys 18 homes in Mkondeni Informal Settlement in Pietermaritzburg

Zainul Dawood|Published

After a devastating fire at the Mkhondeni/Shorts Retreat Informal Settlement, 18 families are left homeless and in urgent need of assistance, as local authorities ...

eThekwini residents fight back against massive Eskom price hikes

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Ratepayers Association launches formal objection against Eskom’s proposed 36. 15% tariff increase, citing concerns over methodology and severe socio-economic ...

Outrage over R4m worth of stolen fireworks found in Phoenix temple

Willem Phungula and Zainul Dawood|Published

South African Hindu organisations express outrage over the theft of R4 million worth of fireworks, essential for Diwali celebrations, which were recovered at a temple ...

Global operators’ partnership welcomed by ratepayers

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality partners with global water experts to combat water losses and improve distribution efficiency. Ratepayers welcome the initiative as the city ...

eThekwini urged to halt restrictive water device installations amid supply curtailments

Zainul Dawood|Published

Ratepayers in the eThekwini Municipality are demanding an immediate halt to installing restrictive water devices, citing concerns over infrastructure and the impact ...

Violence against ambulance services: a growing crisis in KZN

Zainul Dawood|Published

KwaZulu-Natal’s emergency services face increasing danger as an ambulance is stoned in eShowe. Private ambulance services report escalating threats and violence ...

Durban’s pothole crisis: eThekwini Municipality faces asphalt shortage

Zainul Dawood|Published

Durban’s roads are deteriorating due to an asphalt shortage, leaving motorists at risk. An opposition party and a ratepayers association urge the eThekwini Municipality ...

Transforming derelict sites welcomed in Umbilo

Zainul Dawood|Published

An Umbilo businessman is turning a derelict electrical sub-station in a suburb into a restaurant and employment opportunity for local hostel dwellers.

Toyota and Ogihara South Africa in ground breaking deal

Zainul Dawood and Ntuthuko Mlondo|Published

Ogihara South Africa is a new joint venture between Toyota Tsusho Africa, a subsidiary of Toyota Tsusho Corporation, in collaboration with Ogihara (Thailand) Corporation ...

Promises of water supply to rural KZN communities

Ntuthuko Mlondo and Zainul Dawood|Published

Department of Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu, recently promised that 250 000 households in the the Zululand and uMzinyathi District Municipalities will ...

KwaZulu-Natal abounds with investment opportunities

Zainul Dawood and Ntuthuko Mlondo|Published

The City of Durban hosts Africa’s Travel Indaba, where delegates can look forward to vibrant spice markets, authentic Zulu culture and a vibrant cityscape and nightlife, ...

Solar storm impacting Earth behind auroras

Zainul Dawood and Staff Reporter|Published

The South African National Space Agency (Sansa) Space Weather Centre issued several G4 warnings and, for the first time since 2003, one G5 warning was issued.

‘Way paved for Jacob Zuma to resume and complete impactful work he began as head of state’

Zainul Dawood and Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Months after the January 17 Daily News exclusive titled: ‘IEC bars Zuma from returning to the Union Buildings’; the electoral court, in a historic ruling nullified ...

‘Family distraught at videoed murder of cop’

Aphiwe Mthembu and Zainul Dawood|Published

The family of murdered Durban metro police officer Bianca Khuzwayo say the footage of her death, recorded by the accused, was enough evidence to convict him in court. ...

City, NPO in deal to shelter homeless

Ntuthuko Mlondo and Zainul Dawood|Published

The eThekwini Municipality is planning to renew a R1. 5 million Memorandum of Understanding with the special purpose vehicle, to continue with programmes for the ...