New air route linked to R2.5m heroin bust

Jani Meyer|Published

The introduction of direct flights from Dubai to Durban could be proving a boon to drug smugglers.

Brett Kebble: Scandal, art and money

Jani Meyer|Published

It is reportedly going to be the biggest auction of its kind in South Africa, with potentially the highest amount realised at an art auction.

Three cases of malaria reported in Durban

Jani Meyer|Published

Health officials have identified three cases of malaria in Durban this week, each in a different part of the city.

2010 tickets on sale in 21 days

Jani Meyer|Published

Soccer-mad locals starved for international matches on home soil are expected to flock to branches of First National Bank and to Fifa's website.

2010 tickets on sale in 21 days

Jani Meyer|Published

Soccer-mad locals starved for international matches on home soil are expected to flock to branches of First National Bank and to Fifa's website.

Steamy surprise for police

Jani Meyer|Published

Durban police this week uncovered an Internet sex ring by accident - a few floors above a police station.

Ghost of paedophile haunts Swartruggens

Jani Meyer|Published

The spectre of paedophile Gert van Rooyen has not been laid to rest. This time it is haunting the small town of Swartruggens.

Warning: Buckle up kids

Jani Meyer|Published

The number of preventable deaths of children in crashes has reportedly increased.

Pub shootings 'spook' witness

Jani Meyer|Published

When the shooting stopped, three men lay dying and two others were seriously wounded.

Death leaves a huge void for friends

Jani Meyer|Published

Elaine Thomas is no more, her life ended when an out-of-control truck dragged her Mazda for nearly a kilometre down Bluff Road. . .

Stop the trucks

Jani Meyer|Published

It took the gruesome death of a woman motorist before eThekwini council officials announced that steps would be taken to stop heavy trucks travelling along Bluff ...

'Brain train' hope for ADD children

Jani Meyer|Published

Imagine seeing your brain in action, following brainwaves that indicate activity in various parts of the organ.

Surgeon's cloak and dagger extortion claim

Jani Meyer|Published

A prominent plastic surgeon has revealed details of a sting operation involving secret meetings, hidden cameras and marked bank notes.

Teachers to clean up their act

Jani Meyer|Published

Sloppy teachers will have to clean up their act and revealing outfits will be best left for after hours if a proposed dress code for teachers is implemented.

Crowds brave cold weather for air spectacle

Jani Meyer|Published

Cold and cloudy weather did not deter aviation enthusiasts from attending the annual House of Paint Durban Airshow.

Ombudsman supports easier bank switching

Jani Meyer|Published

Rival banks will have to forward clients' information, including debit orders and Fica status, to the new bank without cost.

Victims of the money trap

Jani Meyer|Published

Economic stress is taking its toll on South Africans, with more suffering depression and even suicidal tendencies.

Caught with our pants down

Jani Meyer|Published

The economic slide happened so quickly that South Africans were caught off guard - despite warning signs from the US and UK.

'Rent boy' held after murders

Jani Meyer|Published

The man, who had been fired from his job as a topless barman at a gay club in Durban, has been arrested for allegedly killing two people.

Late-night parties make for dirty jobs

Jani Meyer|Published

Durban Solid Waste removes 1 500 to 1 800 refuse bags from the beachfront a day, which almost doubles during the holiday season.

'Make a plan before you drown in debt'

Jani Meyer|Published

People must tighten their belts and make arrangements before they drown in debt, warns Credit Information Ombudsman Manie van Schalkwyk.

Tourism game plan to cash in on 2010

Jani Meyer|Published

Nine Southern African countries have pooled their tourism expertise to promote the region as a brand.

Load-shedding not over yet

Jani Meyer|Published

Eskom has told the Energy Crisis Coping Forum in Durban that it would continue what is perceived to be a stranglehold on new developments.

La Mercy takes off

Jani Meyer|Published

With all its difficulties, the La Mercy airport is now in its final stages of development.

Take the heat off your bills

Jani Meyer|Published

Switching off your geyser is seen as a way of saving electricity, but it does not necessarily help consumers and could even use more power.