URGENT TRAFFIC UPDATE
As issued by @arrivealive.co.za
Due to heavy snowfall, ice, and rain, multiple roads in KwaZulu-Natal are closed or experiencing slow traffic.
ROAD CLOSURES:
- R74 (Harrismith to Bergville): CLOSED due to heavy snowfall on Oliviershoek Pass
- R74 Greytown/Colenso Road: CLOSED due to heavy snowfall at Santa Maria
- N3 (Harrismith to Tugela Toll): CLOSED - NO TRAVEL TO KZN ADVISED
- R617 (Kokstad to Underberg): CLOSED
- N2 Ingeli: Under close observation
- N3 Mooi-River: Under close observation
- Tugela Plaza: CLOSED due to weather conditions
- R103: CLOSED
- N3 North: CLOSED at Midmar/Howick
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE ALTERNATIVE ROUTES. CONDITIONS ARE HAZARDOUS.
TRAFFIC ALERTS:
- Van Reenen Pass: Postpone travel due to heavy snowfall and black ice
- Loins River to Nottingham: Driving conditions challenging, vehicles moving at 20km/h
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
- Postpone travel to snow-affected areas
- Avoid driving unless necessary
- Keep emergency numbers handy:
- 0800 000 124
(uMngeni Municipal control room).
- 112 (Emergency Services)
- 0800 63 43 57
(N3 Toll Route emergencies)
- Stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel
#ArriveAlive #Snow #coldweather #coldfront #tabloidnewspapers #kwazulunatal #southafrica #communitynews
May the Almighty accept our fasting, prayers and good deeds and may we spend the blessed day of Eid in peace and safety
Wishing you a blessed Eid Mubarak! ✨
May your homes be enlightened with peace and joy and may your Duas (prayers) be accepted.
#EidMubarak #EidUlFitr #tabloidnewspapers #Eid2024 #durban #southafrica #muslims #peace #prayers #blessedday
Police are searching for the three men who were involved in a hijacking incident outside Waste Centre Fabrics on uMgeni Road on Friday, 19 January.
#crime #hijacking #umgeniroad #police #suspects #durban #communitynews #tabloidnewspapers #weeklygazette
Brazen hijackers caught on camera in Umgeni Road
Police are searching for the three men who were involved in a hijacking incident outside Waste Centre Fabrics on uMgeni Road on Friday, 19 January.
Security camera footage from a nearby business captured the harrowing ordeal endured by the elderly man. In the footage, we see a white Toyota Corolla arrive at the parking area at approximately 7.45am, 15 minutes before the business opened for the day.
Two men can be seen casually walking by, when the victim opens his car door and the two men rush towards the car, producing a firearm.
The victim is seen struggling with the attackers as he is pulled from his vehicle. The elderly man can be seen screaming for help to no avail before he is struck on the back of the head with a pistol. The two attackers then entered the vehicle with a third man, who snuck into the passenger side while the other two men overpowered the victim.
The suspects fled the scene in the victim’s vehicle. The suspects discharged the firearm as they fled, however, no injuries were reported.
Security company, KZN VIP, was dispatched to the scene. KZN VIP spokesperson, Gareth Naidoo said: “KZN VIP medics arrived on the scene to assist the male victim, who suffered a hematoma to the back of his head after being pistol-whipped by the suspects. The patient’s vitals were elevated due to the incident and he was transported to hospital.”
A case has been opened and is being investigated at SAPS Durban Central.
Spokesperson for SAPS Durban Central, Captain Carmen Rhynes, said: “It is alleged that on 19 January at 7:45am, a 62-year-old male complainant parked his vehicle outside his place of work on uMgeni Road. As he was locking his vehicle, three unknown suspects approached him, hit him with a firearm and pushed him to the ground. They searched him and took his wallet and white Toyota Corolla. No arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing.”
A Durban Central CPF member also commented on the incident.
He said: “What we are seeing
City Hospital is part of the Joint Medical Holdings Group and is located in the Durban CBD offering quality and cost effective healthcare, run by a dedicated and committed team of healthcare professionals.
The 250 bedded hospital offers Neurosurgery, Cardiac Surgery, a Cardiac Clinic offering discounted rates as well as high quality dialysis at Ultra Kidney Care.
Other key features are High Care, 7 Operating Theatres, a state of the art Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory, Electrophysiology, a revamped Paediatric Unit and a NeoNatal Intensive Care Unit.
All patients and visitors of City Hospital, will have access to secure and free parking on the 2nd floor parking area, which can be access via the Maude Street entrance ramp.
Free patient transport is also available for all dialysis patients.
City Hospital accepts most medical aids and offers competitive private cash rates.
To learn more, please visit the Joint Medical Holdings website on www.jmh.co.za or email [email protected].
To call City Hospital directly please dial 031 314 3000.
#CityHospital #JointMedicalHoldings #medical #healthcare #durban #hospital #southafrica
🏉 A Historic Celebration! The Springboks Hit Durban 🏆🏉
It's a day to remember as the Springbok champions parade through Durban, proudly showcasing their Rugby World Cup trophy! 🌟🏆🚗
Watch the video as they drive through Blackburn Road, spreading joy and unity along the way. 🙌🎉
Next Stops:
- GO PASS KWAMASHU CENTRE
- RIGHT INTO DUMUSANI MAKHAYE DRIVE
- RIGHT INTO SHEPSTONE ROAD
- RIGHT INTO CROMPTON STREET
- RIGHT INTO JOSIAH GUMEDE ROAD
- RIGHT INTO KING CETSHWAYO HIGHWAY (M13)
- LEFT INTO VILLAGE ROAD
- RIGHT INTO CIVIC CENTRE - BACK RIGHT INTO JOSIAH GUMEDE ROAD
- TURN RIGHT INTO PIONEER ROAD AND LEFT IN KING CETSHWAYO HIGHWAY (M13)
- ONTO N3 TO ELLIOT VIADUCT RIGHT INTO OR YUSUF DADOO STREET
- LEFT INTO DR PIXLEY KASEME ROAD TO CITY HALL
Join us in cheering for our heroes and share the excitement! 🏉💚🎊
#SpringbokParade #ChampionsReturn #RugbyWorldCup #DurbanCelebration #SouthAfricaRugby #SpringboksInDurban #TrophyTour #CommunityUnity #ProudlySouthAfrican #tabloidnewspapers #communitynews #durban #southafrica
WATCH | While the world watches the Palestine-Israel conflict on TV, a local battle of principles unfolded in Umhlanga recently, when a group of activists from the KwaZulu Natal Palestine Solidarity Forum and United For Palestine, protested inside a popular restaurant.
It's a story of unity, solidarity, and the pursuit of justice.
#SolidarityForJustice #PalestineSolidarity #UmhlangaProtest #SocialMediaImpact #UncoverTheTruth #StoryOfUnity #durban #umhlanga #southafrica #tabloidnewspapers #tabloidtv
On World Mental Health Day 2023, join us in recognizing a fundamental truth: Mental health is a universal human right. 🌍
Good mental health isn't a luxury; it's essential for our overall well-being. Yet, shockingly, one in eight people worldwide faces mental health challenges that impact their lives.
This video isn't just about facts and figures; it's about empathy and action. Together, let's make sure mental health is a reality for all, regardless of who they are or where they come from.
Join us in this vital conversation and be part of the change. 💚 #MentalHealthMatters #WorldMentalHealthDay #mentalhealth #tabloidnewspapers #tabloidtv #changeisneeded #talk #listen #besupportive
Watch | Mini Cyclone hits Bhambayi village
Reports received at 3.20pm, on Tuesday, 27 June, have confirmed that the Bhambayi village in Inanda has been hit by a mini cyclone which has left many families without a roof over their heads.
Members of KZN VIP, Marshall Security, eThekwini Fire Department and other emergency services were on scene assisting.
EThekwini Disaster Management has been notified and is currently assessing the situation.
This is a developing story and updates will follow as they become available
#minicyclone #bhambayi #inanda #phoenix #kwazulunatal #southafrica #durban #communitynews #tabloidnewspapers
The Monster Energy Flight Night entertained thousands at this year’s Royal Show, in Pietermaritzburg. This will be the last Royal Show held at these premises. Dallan Goldman FMX and the other riders had the crowd in awe with their motorbike high thrilling FMX skills. #RoyalShow2023 #RoyalAgriculturalSociety #Monster #monsterflightnight #bikeshow #motorbike #fmx #tabloidnewspapers #communitynews #pietermaritzburg #kwazulunatal #southafrica #dallangoldman
Multiple Car Pile Up on the N3
As Received : Multiple Car Pile Up on the N3
It is reported that approx 90 vehicles have been involved in a pile-up at Hilton.
Accident scene N3N before Villiers N3-9 44.6N.
Motorists are urged to avoid the N3 between Pietermaritzburg and Cedara (especially JHB bound). The highway is closed heading from Durban to Johannesburg in the vicinity of Hilton.
Updates will follow as they become available.
#tabloidnewspapers #communitynews #southafrica #n3 #multiplecar #pileup #Netcare
Car on fire rolls into petrol station
Kwazulu Private Ambulance Service responded to the intersection of Richmond and Alexandra Road, Pietermaritzburg, after reports of a vehicle on fire, Wednesday morning, 8 February.
Emergency services arrived on scene and they found that a vehicle had caught on fire and rolled across the road into the petrol station before coming to a stop against a safety bumper.
One person was treated for injuries.
The fire was extinguished before it could spread.
The cause of the fire is unknown at this stage.
#communitynews #tabloidnewspapers #southafrica #durban #fire #video #kwazulunatal
KZN celebrates historical results in Matric 2022 Exams
It was an exciting day at the release of the 2022 National Senior Certificate results which took place at the Bethsaida Ministries in Phoenix on Friday morning, 20 January 2023
KZN claimed third position in the national rankings, behind Free State and Gauteng, with an 83% pass rate which was welcomed by Education MEC, Mbali Frazer.
Ranked as joint top learner in South Africa, Husnaa Haffeejee, from Al-Falaah College, said she did not expect this honour but had worked hard to achieve the best results.
Watch the Full Video Here : https://youtu.be/DuGrfvfm4cw
#Matric2022 #tabloidnewspapers #kwazulunatal #durban #MatricResults2022 #southafrica #topstudents #awardceremony ##communitynews
