Nikhil Gopichand

Durban

Journalist at Rising Sun Chatsworth

Journalist for the Rising Sun Community Newspapers

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Hijacked vehicle recovered within a day in Adams Mission

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

A HIJACKED vehicle was recovered by Blue Security’s tactical officers in the Adams Mission area on June 18. The Isuzu bakkie, which was reported hijacked earlier that day, prompted the driver’s vehicle tracking company to send an urgent request for assistance from Blue Security.
Toyota's Japanese insurer files R6.5b lawsuit against KZN government

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

TOYOTA South Africa Motors’ (TSAM) Japan-based insurer, Tokio Marine and Nichido Fire Insurance Co. Ltd, is suing the KZN Department of Transport (DoT), Transnet and the eThekwini Municipality for R6.5b for the unprecedented damages faced by Toyota’s Prospecton branch following the devastating April 2022 floods.
Community solidarity in full display at Jona Vaughan Home [Pics]

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

THE Jona Vaughan Home for the Handicapped in Amanzimtoti has enjoyed a facelift and received help for its water and electricity woes after the community took time on June 7 to sweep, mop, mow, and repair the home. Charmaine Maas of the Jona Vaughan Parents Association said the community, organisations and companies pledged their time, energy and resources to brighten up the home.
Fairytale doors open world of reading for learners [Pics]

2 weeks ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

LEARNERS step into fantasy worlds of wonder and intrigue as Athlone Park Primary School staff and learners put together a project for promoting reading. Also read: SPCA’s Furry Fitness Bootcamp returns for second yearThe theme for this year is ‘Get excited about reading,’ and that is what the staff and learners did, with each member of staff’s door decorated from top to bottom using their favourite book as inspiration.
Youth unites for heartfelt outreach initiative

2 weeks ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

ISIPINGO-BASED non-profit organisation Seva Bhakti Foundation, together with law enforcement, call on youth to join them as they venture out to the Durban CBD to hand out warm meals and beanies to at least 500 homeless individuals on Youth Day, June 16. Also read: Plumbers revamp Isipingo school’s ablution facilitiesSeva Bhakti means “to give back selflessly with love,” which according to Mandy Govender, one of the project’s directors, describes the NPO’s vision and team perfectly.
Edu Paw volunteer in need of support after house break-in

3 weeks ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

THE founder of Edu Paw, Cathy Keegan, has made a desperate plea for assistance after the home of the Edu Paw programme facilitator, Nomfundo Luthuli, was stripped bare, leaving her scrambling for ways to support her two daughters, a six-month-old and four-year-old. Also read: Edu Paw ransacked and robbed twiceAfter returning to her home in Umgababa Beach from a family visit, Luthuli found that everything from her home was stolen, from the furniture to appliances, clothing and food.
Brace for blizzard-like storms and even snow this weekend

3 weeks ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

A POWERFUL cold front is expected to hit KZN this weekend, bringing with it blizzard-like storms, damaging winds, heavy rain, and snow in high-altitude areas. Also read: Bayhead Road upgrade underway: Prepare for traffic delaysThe South African Weather Service (Saws) issued a warning of heavy rain and potentially hail and localised flooding in some areas, particularly in southern KZN.
Amanzimtoti residents push for attendance at peaceful march

3 weeks ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

A COMMUNITY united is one that sets aside its differences for a shared cause – today, residents of Ward 97 stood for the Amanzimtoti community at large to push for attendance in a peaceful march on June 7 against the homeless shelter being developed in Lower Illovo.
Pics: Knitting and crocheting winter warmth for Khanya Hospice

4 weeks ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

VIBRANT colours, conversation and beautiful crocheted and knitted blankets were the order of the day at the Amanzimtoti Methodist Church when members of the community came together for Community Hospice Outreach’s annual knit-a-thon/crochet-a-thon on May 24. Also read: Mother of Peace launches R400K oyster mushroom campaignIt was a day of fun, laughter, lots of tea and snacks as attendees knitted and crocheted blankets and other woolly winter essentials for patients of Khanya Hospice.
Twini Primary learners elated after vehicle sponsorship

1 month ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

UMBOGINTWINI Primary School is on the move, thanks to a generous donation by Hyundai Amanzimtoti, who sponsored the school a minibus. Also read: Kingsway High hosts Suid-Natal in hockey, netball and rugby [Pics]Chloe Gibb of Umbogintwini Primary School said, “From school outings to sports events, this amazing gift helps drive our learners closer to opportunity, growth and unforgettable memories.