Nikhil Gopichand

Durban

Journalist at Rising Sun Chatsworth

Journalist for the Rising Sun Community Newspapers

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Stay safe this Easter: Water safety tips for the holidays

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

WITH Easter only days away and the weekend calling the names of beachgoers, holiday makers and families, Lifesaving South Africa urges everyone to make water safety a top priority to ensure a joyful and accident-free holiday. Between 1400 to 1500 people drown in South Africa yearly. Drownings can happen in seconds and often go unnoticed, even in places that seem safe like your backyard pool or a familiar rock pool.
Miss Grand Amanzimtoti eyes international pageant

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

AMANZIMTOTI’S model extraordinaire, Robyn Hill, 23, was crowned Miss Grand Amanzimtoti 2025 two weeks ago and is a finalist for Miss Grand South Africa at Emperor’s Palace Hotel in Johannesburg on June 28. Hill previously held the Miss KZN and Miss Eco Tourism South Africa titles in 2022 and was third runner-up for Miss Grand South Africa two years ago. Also read: Umgababa girls honoured for virtue and values“The reason I entered in 2023 was all the glitz and the glam.
Golfers to compete in Rotary golf tournament

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

THE 4Days 4Courses 4Good golf tournament, taking place from May 12-15, will see players taking to the greens, reveling in the fellowship of golf, and competing for daily prizes. Also read: Kingsway High introduces rugby coachesThe Rotary Club of Amanzimtoti, which will host the tournament in partnership with four golf clubs, endeavours to stimulate the economy on the KZN South Coast, and create awareness of cancer, TB and HIV/Aids.
Weather warning: Heavy rains and potential flooding tomorrow

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

FOLLOWING a warning issued by the South African Weather Service (Saws) of a Level 4 Weather Warning for disruptive rain, the KZN Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) MEC, Reverent Thulasizwe Buthelezi, urges residents across KZN to exercise extreme caution. The warning is valid from 00:00 on April 15 until 23:59 on the same day and will affect eThekwini, in addition to most parts of the province.
School sports stars clash at Kuswag sports week [Pics]

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

FIELDS all across Kuswag Skool’s grounds were occupied all day long for three consecutive days, with schools from across KZN donning their kits to compete against one another in a trifecta of sports, netball, hockey and rugby, for Kuswag’s sports week. The exciting event took place from March 24-26. Also read: Warner Beach empowerment leads to learnershipsDaphne van der Sandt of Kuswag Skool served as netball organiser during the action-packed event.
Mystery surrounds body found at Mooi Hawens

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

MYSTERY surrounds the discovery of a body of a man on the premises of Residentia Mooi Hawens on April 9. The man was not a resident or staff member, according to chief executive officer of the Residentia Foundation, Joe Duvenage. Also read: Community mourns: Suspected killer of Isipingo security officer granted bail on day of funeralDuvenage said, “It is with sadness that we confirm the discovery of the body of a man on the premises.
Rehab facility slated for St Winifreds

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

ST Winifreds residents have expressed mixed reactions after an eThekwini Municipality notice circulated on social media informed the public that an application has been made to turn a house at 36 St Boniface Avenue into a rehabilitation centre. Also read: Economic committee tours Prospecton industriesResidents have until April 14 to lodge written objections to the development of the institution, after the advertisement was published on March 14 in two local publications.
Kingsway High introduces rugby coaches

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

KINGSWAY High School is leveling up their game on the pitch with its two passionate rugby coaches, Ferdi Oosthuizen and Tendai Dhliwayo. Oosthuizen’s wealth of experience as a rugby coach is backed up by a strong background in sport and coaching science. He boasts a Diploma in Sport and Coaching Science. Also read: Helluvafast riders blaze the track on the South CoastHe currently serves as the head coach of the UKZN women’s varsity cup team, bringing his expertise to the forefront of women’s rugby.
Sports Centre looks to tidy up with new plastic bins

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

IN A bid to address the spread of litter, the Amanzimtoti Sports Centre is requesting assistance from companies or individuals who may be able to assist by donating 210-litre plastic drums. Committee member, Barry Walker, explained that the sports field’s steel drums, originally installed by the Municipality, have rusted at the bottom over time, causing litter to spill out.
Update: Suspect appears in court for allegedly killing Isipingo security officer

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

A SUSPECT who was allegedly involved in the killing of City South Security security officer Sherwyne Reagan Thompson (50), appeared in the Umlazi Magistrate’s Court on April 1. His bail hearing was remanded and he will appear again on April 8. Also read: Crime prevention intensifies in IsipingoThompson’s wife, Roslyn Thompson, said, “He must not get bail. How can we grieve knowing this man is free?”Thompson celebrated his 50th birthday only a month ago.