Zainul Dawood

Multimedia Journalist

Durban authorities launch crackdown on vagrants and criminals in North Beach dunes

Zainul Dawood|Updated

Durban metro police have intensified efforts to clear vagrants and criminals from the dunes along North Beach, following a series of robberies.

Durban schools face utility disconnections due to unpaid bills

Zainul Dawood|Published

The eThekwini Municipality has disconnected water supply to schools due to unpaid bills, causing significant disruption to education.

Political tensions rise as IFP and NFP prepare for crucial GPU meeting in Durban

Zainul Dawood|Published

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) and the National Freedom Party (NFP) will meet in Durban to discuss the future of the Government of Provincial Unity

KZN Home Affairs buildings in disrepair as Ramaphosa pledges digitisation

Zainul Dawood|Published

The Public Service Commission's oversight visit to the Department of Home Affairs in KwaZulu-Natal reveals alarming conditions at service centres.

eThekwini Municipality clarifies Kings Park Swimming Pool refurbishment costs

Zainul Dawood|Published

The eThekwini Municipality addresses allegations of inflated costs for the Kings Park Swimming Pool refurbishment

Public Service Commission flags three KZN clinics for flood repair delays

Zainul Dawood|Published

Public Service Commission reveals alarming delays in flood repairs at three KZN clinics, urging immediate government intervention to safeguard public health.

How cable theft and a damaged sewer pipe led to a fish kill in Isiphingo estuary

Zainul Dawood|Published

A damaged wastewater pipe and cable theft in Durban have led to an environmental crisis, resulting in the death of hundreds of fish in the Isiphingo River.

eThekwini Hit by R493m in Irregular, Fruitless and Wasteful Spending

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality has reported R493 million in unauthorised, irregular, fruitless, and wasteful expenditure over three financial years.

WATCH: Two people brave floodwaters to enter O. R. Tambo International Airport

Zainul Dawood|Published

Severe flash floods in Johannesburg lead to dramatic scenes at O. R. Tambo International Airport, where two individuals risk their lives while the airport assesses ...

Desperate Coedmore Road residents demand housing solutions amid neglect

Zainul Dawood|Published

In the shadow of tombstones, Coedmore Road shack dwellers plead for urgent housing solutions amid years of neglect.

Illegal dumping crisis in eThekwini: New site discovered near Cato Manor

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality faces ongoing challenges with illegal dumping as a new site emerges near Cato Manor.

IFP criticises eThekwini Municipality for cutting essential services to schools

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality faces backlash for allegedly disconnecting water and electricity services to public schools

How Cato Manor's Blinkbonnie Road is grappling with land invasions and municipal responses

Zainul Dawood|Published

The eThekwini Municipality addresses concerns over land invasions in Enkanini, as Ward 30 councillor Warren Burne calls for urgent action to manage the growing informal ...

eThekwini Municipality takes decisive action against vagrants and drug camps near Albert Park

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality's recent clean-up operation on Che Guevara Road removes vagrants and clears illegal dumping

eThekwini Municipality issues urgent warning on payment scams targeting ratepayers

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality warns residents of a surge in scams where criminals impersonate officials to extort money from ratepayers.

eThekwini Municipality takes action against squatter camps in Warwick Triangle

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality is actively addressing the rise of squatter camps and illegal occupations in the Warwick Triangle area, implementing measures to secure vacant ...

Concerns over illegal building practices in Durban's residential suburbs

Zainul Dawood|Published

Concerns have been raised about illegal building practices in Durban. Niki Moore from the Problem Properties NPO highlights the municipality's inaction regarding ...

Msunduzi ratepayers demand answers on financial crisis

Zainul Dawood|Published

As Msunduzi Municipality grapples with a financial crisis, ratepayers demand clarity on the implications of the Financial Recovery Plan.

Balkumar Singh's legacy celebrated as Asherville pool reopens

Zainul Dawood|Published

The Singh family commemorates their father's legacy as the Asherville pool reopens, symbolising community resilience and the fight for swimming facilities.

Umhlanga beaches back in action after crucial pump station repairs

Zainul Dawood|Published

Umhlanga's beaches are back open, bringing joy to locals and tourists alike after essential repairs to the Ohlange Wastewater Pump Station.

Homelessness crisis in Durban: Calls for immediate removal of tent city

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini officials raise alarm over escalating homeless encampments on Che Guevara Road, urging swift action to safeguard local businesses and motorists.

eThekwini Municipality extends Special Debt Relief Programme for residents

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini councillors have unanimously approved an extension of the Special Debt Relief Programme, enabling residents to reduce their arrears by 50% — a vital opportunity ...

Political parties say transparency is key in implementing housing needs register objectives in in eThekwini

Zainul Dawood|Published

As political parties in eThekwini Municipality push for transparency in the National Housing Needs Register, concerns over potential fraud and accountability emerge. ...

Ocean Racing World Championships set for a splash in Durban and to boost tourism

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality is gearing up to host the Ocean Racing World Championships 2025, aiming to boost tourism and promote Durban.

eThekwini Municipality extends sludge treatment project deadline to December 2026

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality has extended its Memorandum of Agreement with the Water Research Commission, ensuring the completion of vital sludge treatment projects aimed ...