Zainul Dawood

Multimedia Journalist

Why Durban's uShaka Marine World needs a R22 million bailout in 2026

Zainul Dawood|Published

Shaka Marine World is set to receive a R22 million bailout as the municipality seeks to address significant revenue shortfalls.

Durban’s Iconic Elephant Statues Face Relocation to Suncoast Beach After Years of Vandalism at Warwick Junction

Zainul Dawood|Published

Durban's iconic elephant sculptures, created by artist Andries Botha, may be relocated from Warwick Junction to Suncoast Beach due to repeated vandalism

Outspoken ratepayer associations firm about their opposition to eThekwini's draft budget and proposed tariff hikes

Zainul Dawood|Published

Ratepayer associations in eThekwini express deep concerns over the municipality's Draft Integrated Development Plan and proposed tariff increases

eThekwini Billing Crisis: Residents “Short-Changed” by Estimated Bills as Faulty Meters and Errors Spark Outrage

Zainul Dawood|Published

Councillors in eThekwini Municipality voice their concerns over inaccurate estimated billing practices.

Durban Fuel Crisis Warning: Association Urges eThekwini to Tighten-Up on its fuel spend, As Middle East War Threatens Price ...

Zainul Dawood|Published

As fuel prices soar, the eThekwini Ratepayers and Residents Association calls for urgent action to curb municipal fuel consumption.

Big improvement in eThekwini Municipality's audit findings for 2024/25

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality's Public Accounts Committee reveals a notable decrease in audit findings.

eThekwini Municipality resolves payment crisis, averting plumbers' strike

Zainul Dawood|Published

In a last-minute resolution, eThekwini Municipality settles unpaid invoices, averting a potentially disruptive plumbers' strike and ensuring continued water services ...

Christo Botha nominated as the DA's mayoral candidate for uMhlathuze Municipality

Zainul Dawood|Published

Christo Botha's nomination as the DA's mayoral candidate for uMhlathuze Municipality signals a potential shift in local governance and community priorities.

Glenwood community advocates for library improvements following Musgrave library closure

Zainul Dawood|Updated

As Musgrave and Windermere libraries close, Glenwood community leaders rally for urgent improvements to the Umbilo library.

The many struggles of eThekwini's water and electricity meter readers

Zainul Dawood|Published

The eThekwini Municipality reveals the significant challenges faced by water and electricity meter readers, leading to increased estimated billing.

The role of football partnerships in the sustainability of Moses Mabhida Stadium

Zainul Dawood|Published

Efforts to sustain the Moses Mabhida Stadium include partnerships with football associations, aimed at generating revenue and enhancing community engagement

Residents of Warwick Avenue call for action against growing drug encampments

Zainul Dawood|Published

Residents of Warwick Avenue urgently appeal to municipal officials for action against the rising drug encampments that threaten their safety and well-being.

eThekwini's Montclair Lodge renovations to provide shelter for flood victims by June 2026

Zainul Dawood|Published

EThekwini Municipality, under Mayor Cyril Xaba's leadership, is transforming Montclair Lodge into a vital refuge for flood victims, ensuring they have a safe place ...

Durban prepares for the unveiling of iconic Mandela and Tambo statues

Zainul Dawood|Updated

The unveiling of the 9-metre-tall bronze statues of Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo in Durban marks a significant cultural event, with President Cyril Ramaphosa ...

Concerns mount over Durban metro police's R109 million overtime expenses

Zainul Dawood|Published

The eThekwini Municipality's Finance Committee raises alarms over the metro police's staggering overtime expenses.

Community outraged by ongoing delays in Mobeni Heights Crematorium repairs

Zainul Dawood|Published

As the Mobeni Heights Crematorium remains closed, families in Chatsworth face distress and uncertainty, despite the eThekwini Municipality's promise of R14 million ...

eThekwini's water tanker crisis | drivers on illegal strike, no relief for residents

Zainul Dawood|Published

Water tanker drivers in eThekwini Municipality have initiated a wildcat strike, leaving 111 wards vulnerable.

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.