Durban in the News:
In numbers – Here’s the extent of the virus outbreak in KZN: While the province is identified as one of the main infection centres in SA, Ramaphosa said KZN has so far done well.
Alex councillor accused of food parcel corruption: A councillor in Alexandra township is being accused of only giving government food parcels to ANC supporters. Residents said the councillor is also chasing away NGOs that want to distribute food …
Covid-19: Tributes paid to Dundee nurse who died with virus: CARE home staff have paid tribute to a “kind-hearted, selfless” nurse who died after contracting Covid-19. Johanna Daniels, 67, who was originally from South Africa, had been working in Pitkerro Care …
Tributes paid to ‘dedicated’ care home nurse who died with coronavirus: Care home staff have paid tribute to a “kind-hearted, selfless” nurse who died after contracting Covid-19. Johanna Daniels, 67, who was originally from South Africa, had been working in Pitkerro Care …
Denosa: Unions in dark about KZN health department decisions: The Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (Denosa) has raised its concerns about the safety of healthcare workers in hospitals after the closure of the first state hospital in the province.
KZN ANC vows to discipline members taking pics while distributing food: Provincial secretary Mdumiseni Ntuli said the distribution of food parcels was being politicised and that provincial leaders were worried that this would cause further divisions within the party.
Gauteng cricket boss Madiseng steps down: Gauteng cricket boss Jack Madiseng‚ once tipped for the Cricket SA presidency‚ will step down from his role as Central Gauteng Lions president at Saturday’s annual general meeting in Johannesburg. CEO …
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Quick Durban KwaZulu-Natal Fact: The Golden Mile is traditionally Durban’s most popular tourist attraction, and has had many incarnations over the decades, from the sedate promenade where elegant Victorian and Edwardian ladies and gentleman used to enjoy an afternoon stroll, to the vibrant and colourful spot it is today. Its profile may have changed, but one constant has remained throughout the years – the Zulu Rickshaw Runners. Durban’s first 10 rickshaws were imported from Japan in 1892 by sugar magnate, Marshall Campbell. To everyone’s astonishment, they rapidly became a popular mode of transport in and around Durban and soon crowded the streets of the city. In those days, being a Rickshaw Runner – the man who pulled the rickshaw cart – was a (comparatively) well-paid and sought-after position. The City proposed that these men wear simple calico uniforms, which they embellished with traditional Zulu adornments, giving rise to the now-famous Durban rickshaw dress. Today, rickshaw men are an indelible feature of the Durban beachfront!.
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