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R560 grant cannot feed a child as food costs hit R934

New data shows the Child Support Grant falls far short of feeding a child, leaving caregivers to cover a monthly gap of hundreds of rands.

Lamiez shares wedding story about love, culture and family

The DJ opens up about her cultural roots, family love, and the meaning behind her special wedding day story shared with fans across South Africa.

Pirates gain confidence before Sunday match against Chiefs

Orlando Pirates players are feeling very confident ahead of their big Soweto derby match against Chiefs on Sunday after beating AmaZulu three-nil this past weekend.

Tiktoker gives cash for correct answers in street quiz 

TikTok creator Yung Earn is rewarding young people with cash prizes through street quizzes, using social media to promote learning, curiosity and everyday knowledge.

Rising diesel prices rob local driver of his earnings

An Eastern Cape delivery driver says the rising price of diesel is cutting into his income and making building materials more expensive for rural households.

City boss and police chief in court over fake stand in

A suspended metro police boss and city manager appear in court after claims they paid a man to pretend in court to avoid a case.

Drunk cyclists face arrest on public roads in KwaZulu-Natal

Cyclists riding drunk on public roads can be arrested under road laws, officials say, after a weekend incident sparked strong public reaction in KwaZulu-Natal.

Farmer builds business to feed 15 family members

Owethu Matsilela from Mancu village started farming after he failed school and now sells vegetables to feed 15 relatives who rely on him every day.

South Africans borrow money to buy food and electricity

Families across South Africa are taking out loans to pay for basic needs like food and electricity as the high cost of living overwhelms households.

Ubuntu Kraal launches job training for 30,000 unemployed youth

The widely recognised entertainment venue Ubuntu Kraal has launched a skills programme to train 30,000 unemployed young people for jobs over the next five years.

South African scientists build underwater drone internet

Researchers in South Africa have built new technology that allows underwater drones to take clear pictures and send them to the surface without coming up.

KZN news bites: Maharaj slams those who blame Constitution for slow transformation

Celani Sikhakhane brings you KwaZulu-Natal's latest news.

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