Willem Phungula

Politics Journalist

Accused in SARS official’s attempted murder to spend New Year in jail

Willem Phungula|Published

Two suspected hitmen charged in the assassination attempt on SARS investigator Coreth Naude will remain in custody as their case is postponed to January 17.

Tension as GNU strips Zulu king of his powers

Willem Phungula|Published

Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso’s recent statement challenges King Misuzulu’s authority over the Ingonyama Trust Board, raising tensions between the national government ...

Unprecedented dismissal of Zulu kingdom’s traditional prime minister sparks instability concern

Willem Phungula|Published

Following the unexpected dismissal of Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi, fears of instability loom over the Zulu kingdom as cultural experts and traditional leaders ...

State to provide profiles of suspected hitmen in Naude case

Willem Phungula|Published

The State is set to present detailed profiles of two suspected hitmen charged with the attempted assassination of Sars investigator Advocate Coreth Naude.

Hunt for mastermind in attack on Sars official

Willem Phungula|Published

Two alleged hitmen have been arrested in connection with the attempted assassination of South African Revenue Services investigator Advocate Coreth Naude, as police ...

Cape Town hitmen charged in Durban for the attempted murder of SARS investigator

Willem Phungula|Published

Two alleged hitmen from Cape Town have been arrested for their involvement in an assassination attempt on SARS investigator Advocate Coreth Naude, who was probing ...

Calls for improved electricity services in Umkomaas following demarcation

Willem Phungula|Published

Umkomaas residents in the eThekwini Municipality are voicing their frustrations over the lack of essential services following their ward’s demarcation from the Umdoni ...

KwaZulu-Natal festive season road fatalities drop by 2%

Willem Phungula|Published

With the festive season under way, KwaZulu-Natal sees a slight decline in road deaths, prompting officials to reinforce safety measures.

Durban anticipates nothing less than a bumper weekend as rugby fans pour in

Willem Phungula|Published

Durban gears up for a bustling weekend as the Sharks face the Bulls in a highly anticipated rugby match, promising to boost tourism and the local economy.

Urgent call for police commissioner’s intervention after 24 cattle stolen, slaughtered in KZN village

Willem Phungula|Published

Livestock owners in Emakhuzeni village are appealing for police intervention after a shocking 24 cattle were stolen in just three days, highlighting the urgent need ...

Legal dispute over Durban harbour tender ‘is hurting the logistics industry’

Willem Phungula|Published

The Association of South African Chambers urges Transport Minister Barbara Creecy to cancel the disputed Port of Durban Pier 2 tender, citing significant impacts ...

Local businesses let down by KwaDukuza council’s venue choice

Willem Phungula|Published

Ilembe Chamber of Commerce expresses disappointment over the KwaDukuza Municipality's decision to host a costly conference outside its jurisdiction, raising concerns ...

ANC-led council slammed for R1m conference in another municipality

Willem Phungula|Published

Opposition parties in KwaDukuza are outraged over the ANC-led council’s decision to allocate R1. 1 million for a four-day conference in the Drakensberg, arguing ...

DA criticises ANC’s R1. 1 million spending on Drakensberg meeting

Willem Phungula|Published

The ANC’s controversial decision to spend R1. 1 million on a meeting in the Drakensberg has drawn sharp criticism from the DA, who argue for local alternatives. ...

Slow support for SMMEs by Tourism Equity Fund criticised

Willem Phungula|Published

Democratic Alliance criticises the slow support for small, medium, and micro-enterprises by the Tourism Equity Fund, calling for improved transparency and accountability ...

Troy Meyer’s appointment to KwaZulu-Natal Museum Board: a victory for Khoi-San people

Willem Phungula|Published

Troy Meyer, a prominent Khoi-San activist, celebrates his appointment to the KwaZulu-Natal Museum Board as a significant step towards preserving Khoi-San heritage. ...

Babita Deokaran’s family demands arrest of murder mastermind

Willem Phungula|Published

Babita Deokaran’s family has made an emotional plea to President Cyril Ramaphosa to find the mastermind behind her murder, coinciding with Anti-Corruption Day.

KZN aims for 5% fewer road deaths

Willem Phungula|Published

KwaZulu-Natal’s Transport MEC Siboniso Duma announces a festive road safety campaign, deploying 2 745 officers and 808 vehicles to reduce road fatalities by 5% during ...

MK Party KZN leader to speak at the inaugural King Zwelithini Memorial Lecture

Willem Phungula|Published

Willies Mchunu, leader of the MK Party in KwaZulu-Natal, will be a guest speaker at the inaugural King Zwelithini Memorial Lecture at the University of Zululand. ...

Premier Ntuli intervenes in taxi strike amid rising tensions

Willem Phungula|Published

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli intervenes in a taxi strike that has disrupted transport services across the province, as tensions rise between taxi operators ...

Public outcry expected at Nersa’s Durban hearings on Eskom’s proposed 40% tariff increase

Willem Phungula|Published

Public hearings in Durban will see protests against Eskom’s proposed 40% tariff increase, as the DA and local residents voice their disapproval.

KZN government and taxi bosses set for showdown

Willem Phungula|Published

As the KZN government cracks down on the Durban Long Distance Taxi Association, tensions escalate over uncollected permits, impounded vehicles and road blockages, ...

Dumisani Goba expresses disappointment over government boycott of SA Traditional Music Awards

Willem Phungula|Published

South African Traditional Music Awards founder Dumisani Goba laments the absence of government officials at the event, which contributed R30 million to the local ...

Taxi strike continues in KwaZulu-Natal, leaving thousands stranded

Willem Phungula|Published

Thousands of commuters in KwaZulu-Natal face disruptions as taxi operators continue their strike, demanding the suspension of the provincial traffic police unit ...

Shallcross community threatens legal action over housing projects amid infrastructure concerns

Willem Phungula|Published

Shallcross residents are calling for urgent infrastructure improvements before the eThekwini Municipality proceeds with three housing projects, citing concerns over ...