Eyethu News

Eyethu KwaZulu-Natal is the leading black-owned newspaper brand in the province, having begun with the launch of Edendale Eyethu five years ago in 2008. Currently, the brand publishes a total of 301,400 copies across 11 titles each week. Our reach extends to all key areas of the province, establishing Eyethu as a trusted source for local communities throughout KZN. The official launch of Eyethu KZN took place on September 27, 2011, in uMlazi, south of Durban, with a supportive message from then KZN Premier Dr. Zweli Mkhize. The brand emerged from the understanding that, while community newspapers were thriving, isiZulu-speaking audiences had been overlooked, despite being the largest demographic in the province. This gap has been filled, as Eyethu has gained significant popularity among readers, making it a highly desired publication. Our strength lies in our commitment to reporting news that resonates with the community, celebrating local heroes, and addressing the everyday challenges faced by our neighborhoods.

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Kudutshulwe owesilisa e-Grange

1 month ago | eyethunews.co.za | Ntombizethu Ngcobo

Umndeni wowesilisa oneminyaka engu – 30, odutshulwe ngaphandle kwamagceke esikole samabanga aphansi e- Grange, eMgungundlovu ngoMsombuluko ekuseni, usola ukuthi indodana yawo ibulawelwe ukuvikela udadewabo. UWandile Mkhize, waseMbali ubekade ehambisa udadewabo esikoleni asebenza kuso, kanye nezingane zakhe (dadewabo) ezimbili, ngesikhathi edutshulwa indoda engaziwa, maqede yabaleka ngemoto.
Services commence at ‘Maritzburg’s Fort Napier Mortuary

1 month ago | eyethunews.co.za | Ntombizethu Ngcobo

The commencement of services at the Fort Napier Mortuary in Pietermaritzburg has led bereaved families to question why violence seems to be the only language the government understands. This comes after families of recently deceased loved ones barricaded the entrance to the Fort Napier Mortuary and Hospital last Thursday, demanding the release of their relatives’ bodies.
New Impendle service centre will 'restore dignity'

1 month ago | eyethunews.co.za | Ntombizethu Ngcobo

State-of-the-art, multi-million rand service offices in Impendle was officially opened by the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development (DSD) MEC Mbali Shinga on Tuesday, marking a massive step forward to restore dignity amongst residents. These offices, toilets, boardroom and a waiting area offer privacy, as each social worker will be able to provide counselling, social protection and social welfare services, treatment and skills development to those in need. The offices cost R26 million.
House gutted by fire in Richmond

1 month ago | eyethunews.co.za | Ntombizethu Ngcobo

An elderly couple, from eMaswazini in Richmond, has been left bereft, after the home they built with retirement funds was gutted by fire in the early hours of Sunday morning. Speaking to Echo Eyethu, Bhekisisa Zuma said they were at a family gathering in the neighbourhood when they were alerted by grandchild that their house was ablaze. They are now sharing a rondavel, with their daughter and four grandchildren after fire tore through the five-room house.
uMgungundlovu District communications team win Salga award

2 months ago | eyethunews.co.za | Prashalan Govender |Ntombizethu Ngcobo

uMgungundlovu District Mayor Mzi Zuma has commended the municipality’s communications team for its exceptional work in keeping communities informed, following their recent national award win. The uMgungundlovu District Municipality received the Crisis Communications Excellence Award at the eighth South African Local Governance Association (Salga) National Communicators’ Conference in Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, last week.
Msunduzi Municipality Deputy Mayor donates school shoes

2 months ago | eyethunews.co.za | Prashalan Govender |Ntombizethu Ngcobo

Msunduzi Municipality deputy mayor Mxolisi Mkhize donated nearly 100 pairs of school shoes to three schools in Edendale on Monday. The donation followed a visit to the schools as part of his annual initiative to give back to children. Mkhize said he wanted to support pupils in need and encourage them to pursue their education. The deputy mayor visited Siyamu Junior Primary School, Caluza Primary School, and Smero Secondary School in Edendale.
Farmers urged to put their livestock on 24 hour surveillance

2 months ago | eyethunews.co.za | Prashalan Govender |Ntombizethu Ngcobo

The African Farmers’ Association of South Africa (Afasa) has encouraged Pietermaritzburg farmers to ensure their livestock is supervised 24 hours a day to combat the rising cases of stock theft. Afasa uMgungundlovu regional chairperson Mbongeni Sikhakhane said KwaZulu-Natal has the highest number of stock theft cases in the country. “One of the contributing factors to this is illegal shisanyamas. Cattle stolen in Pietermaritzburg are being sold in Durban,” he said.
A date with an Elandskop poet at the library

2 months ago | eyethunews.co.za | Ntombizethu Ngcobo

With the aim of spreading love, Elandskop poet, Bongeka Mafahleni, will host a romantic date at the Bessie Head Library on Saturday, February 22. Speaking to Echo Eyethu, Mafahleni, better known as “Mafahleni wesizwe”, said Be My Date (Korobela Show) is where poetry meets Afro Pop music. “We have witnessed a number of cases where people are murdered by their loved ones. We want to bring back hope that true love still exists. Everyone deserves to be loved and being taken care of,” said Mafahleni.
Joy over house handover

2 months ago | eyethunews.co.za | Ntombizethu Ngcobo

This life-changing initiative was spearheaded by SANTACO KZN chairperson, Boy Zondi, and made possible through the dedicated efforts of various stakeholders, including the SANTACO KZN Women’s desk, which first identified the family’s plight. Recognising their desperate need for support, the Women’s Desk took the lead in providing groceries and other necessities over time, ensuring the family’s basic needs were met while a permanent solution was being developed.
Hawks pounce on fake alcohol lab in PMB

2 months ago | eyethunews.co.za | Ntombizethu Ngcobo

An illegal production plant operating from the garage of a Pietermaritzburg home has been producing industrial quantities of illicit liquor, packaged with fake branding. The Hawks, together with local police, raided the property in eMafakatini, Taylors Halt, on Friday, uncovering a sophisticated laboratory operating with equipment worth millions of rands.