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Dube-Ncube saddened by drowning incident at Durban beach (South African Government News Agency)

KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Nomusa Dube-Ncube, has expressed shock and sadness following the news of a tragic drowning incident at Durban's North beach on ...

“We are devastated by this sad loss of life. We have asked for an urgent report from our disaster teams and eThekwini Municipality,” Dube-Ncube said. We have asked for an urgent report from our disaster teams and eThekwini Municipality,” the municipality said in a statement.

Three dead after scores of beachgoers hit by 'freak wave' in South ... (The Independent)

The incident took place on Saturday at around 5pm at Durban's North Beach when a massive wave washed the shore, emergency services officials told local media ...

It is not yet clear how many, if any, of the injured are international tourists. It was not immediately clear what led to the wave but the incident has been described as “uncommon” by authorities. A number of local and international visitors were present at the spot when the massive wave arrived.

Durban Jazz Festival returns with 20 hours of top notch music (Independent Online)

Mdu Ngcobo, the festival organizer, has promised music lovers a day of music and great fun at Hazelmere Dam on December 26, 2022.

These include but are not limited to the likes of Busi Mhlongo, Hugh Masekela, Oliver Mtukudzi, Ray Phiri, Robbie Malinga, and Sipho Gumede," he said. "This year’s instalment promises to host over 20 artists from South Africa, the rest of Africa, and the world. With a long-lasting partnership with the KZN Arts and Culture Department, the Tourism Department, and the Ethekwini Municipality, Ngcobo said the festival had become one of the country’s ultimate outdoor music and lifestyle experiences.

Playhouse Company in Durban calls for proposals for stage ... (Independent Online)

Durban – The Playhouse Company in Durban has called on arts practitioners – independent producers, directors, playwrights and production houses, ...

Auditions will be conducted for the categories of Test Driving the Arts and Music Concerts. “Productions that are ready to be staged or have previously been staged, and that meet the stringent artistic standards of The Playhouse Company. The Playhouse Company provides access to existing costumes, sets and available technical requirements. - Community Arts Mentorship Programme: A two-month comprehensive training and up-skilling programme for younger artists entering the profession. - Community Arts Festival: This festival is geared to offer a platform for up-and- coming arts practitioners to showcase their works. The primary focus is on the development of works that reflect South Africa’s artistic and diverse heritage.

Massive wave hits Durban beach in South Africa; 3 dead (Associated Press)

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa's coastal city of Durban has closed its North Beach after three people died when they were hit by a large wave, ...

An investigation has been launched into the incident, the municipality said. “Unfortunately three people, including a teenager, were declared deceased at the scene.” At least 17 people were also taken to various medical facilities for treatment after being injured by the wave, Nlungele said.

Durban North residents object to Beachwood residential development (Independent Online)

Last week, about 1 000 residents submitted their objections to the eThekwini Land Use Management, as they voiced their concerns and disapproval towards this ...

I think this development is going to exacerbate the problem for the municipality,” said Scott. She also mentioned sewage as an issue and referred to the beaches. The praedial servitude, however, is a right restricting the property to recreational use which cannot be trumped by a wish,” said Knight. Since the recreational needs of the residents have not changed in 75 years (except maybe increased with the densification of Durban North) the land should remain for recreational use.” Instead, they have made it patently clear from the date of purchase that they wish to redevelop, which is a wish and not a right. This recreational land was set aside for the benefit of residents of Durban North who have enjoyed this position for 75 years.