Nompilo Kunene

Senior Online Journalist at News24

Senior Online and Multimedia Journalist at The Witness

Senior online & multi-media journalist @witnesskzn

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Articles

MK Party wins key Durban ward

1 week ago | witness.co.za | Nompilo Kunene |Chris Ndaliso

The Democratic Alliance (DA) was dealt a heavy blow when the uMkhonto Wesizwe Party (MKP) snatched Ward 110 during Wednesday’s by-election. The win secures the MKP its first seat in the eThekwini Metro Council. The ward has been under DA control since the 2021 local government elections. It includes parts of Phoenix, KwaMashu, and Durban North (Glen Anil, Glen Hills, Sunningdale, and Rinaldo Park — all traditionally DA strongholds).
Tributes pour in for legendary actor Don Mlangeni Nawa

1 week ago | witness.co.za | Nompilo Kunene

South Africans are mourning the passing of veteran actor Don Mlangeni Nawa, whose family confirmed his death in a statement on Wednesday morning. He was 65 years old. Nawa, one of the most iconic and recognisable figures on South African television, was best known for his role as Zebedee Matabane on the former SABC 3 soapie Isidingo, a character he portrayed for 16 years.
Snow falls in the Drakensberg as KZN hit by heavy rain

1 week ago | witness.co.za | Nompilo Kunene

KwaZulu-Natal experienced its first snowfall of the season on Wednesday morning, with snow reported across parts of the Southern Drakensberg and Lesotho overnight. Wayne Chislett, owner of Aspen Villa in the Southern Drakensberg, confirmed that snowfall began late on Tuesday and continued into the early hours of Wednesday. “This is our first snowfall of the season,” said Chislett.
US pastor kidnapped in SA freed, 3 suspects killed

1 week ago | witness.co.za | Nompilo Kunene

A US missionary abducted from his church last week has been rescued by police after a shoot-out in which three suspects were killed. Josh Sullivan (45) was taken at gunpoint last Thursday while he was delivering a sermon at the Fellowship Baptist Church in Motherwell outside the coastal city of Gqeberha.
Spur and Ackermans launch kids’ T-shirt design competition

1 week ago | witness.co.za | Nompilo Kunene

In a partnership that blends playtime and creativity, two of South Africa’s most beloved family brands — Spur and Ackermans — have launched a nationwide campaign to inspire young designers. The “Design-a-Tee” competition, announced this week, is part of a joint campaign titled For the kids, by the kids.
Woman, five men arrested for kidnapping and robbing former boss

3 weeks ago | witness.co.za | Nompilo Kunene

A woman and five men have been arrested for allegedly kidnapping and robbing her former employer, forcing him to transfer thousands of rands into her account. KZN police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda said the dramatic incident happened on March 30, when a 39-year-old man was ambushed outside his home on Constanz Drive in Uvongo, Margate, on the KZN south coast.
Opinion | Dear Diary... | The Witness

3 weeks ago | witness.co.za | Nompilo Kunene |Conor Ward

Dear Diary … On waking this morning, I contemplated what I could do today to disrupt the world order. Encouragingly, I don’t need anybody’s approval as they all love me. All my little rescue puppies sit up and beg for more. Nobody has seen anything like it!Dear Diary : What to bomb next? Decisions, decisions. My staff are off to pressgang another 100000 troops into action. Big welcome today for foreign fighters. All in all, a worthy day. Gives my life meaning. By the way, they attacked me first.
Man kills two sisters, injures neighbour in Umzinto shooting

3 weeks ago | witness.co.za | Nompilo Kunene

Police in Umzinto are investigating cases of murder, attempted murder, and an inquest after a man allegedly shot and killed two sisters before injuring their neighbour in Lindelani Township on Sunday, March 30, 2025. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson, Constable Thenjiswa Ngcobo, said police were alerted to a shooting in Lindelani Township, where two women were shot dead, and a third victim, their neighbour, was injured.
Myanmar quake: A nation unprepared for disaster, over 1600 dead

3 weeks ago | witness.co.za | Nompilo Kunene

Ravaged by four years of civil war, Myanmar is ill-prepared to cope with the destruction brought by Friday’s massive earthquake. The 7.7-magnitude quake that struck central Myanmar has killed more than 1,600 people and destroyed thousands of homes. But the bloody conflict sparked by the 2021 military coup has brought the country’s infrastructure, healthcare system and power network to their knees.
Gardener attacked by ‘killer’ dog in KZN

3 weeks ago | witness.co.za | Nompilo Kunene |Khethukuthula Xulu

A dog that killed a man in October last year, has struck again, attacking a gardener as he arrived for work on Saturday. Reaction Unit South Africa (Rusa) spokesperson Prem Balram said the Malawian national (26) informed reaction officers that he works weekends to maintain the yard at the property in Temple Valley, north of KZN. “He said he was contacted by his employer who requested his services on Saturday.