Local News
Pietermaritzburg Rallies for Enhanced Community Safety Amidst Incidents
Pietermaritzburg is experiencing heightened concerns regarding safety following a series of crime and road inc…
Pietermaritzburg News
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Sport
Maritzburg United Prepares for Crucial Home Match Against Chippa United
Maritzburg United, the Team of Choice, faces a must-win DStv Premiership encounter against Chippa United at th…
Sport
Maritzburg United Secures Crucial Win Against Swallows FC
Maritzburg United clinched a vital 1-0 victory over Swallows FC at the Harry Gwala Stadium, boosting their cha…
Politics
Msunduzi Municipality Debates Future of City's Public Transport
A heated debate unfolded at the latest Msunduzi Municipality council meeting regarding the long-term vision fo…
Politics
Msunduzi Council Debates New Land Rezoning Proposals
The Msunduzi Municipal Council is currently deliberating controversial proposals to rezone significant tracts …
Politics
Mayor Addresses Water Crisis Concerns in Imbali
The Mayor of Msunduzi Municipality visited Imbali township to engage with residents regarding ongoing water su…
Community
Community Garden Project Transforms Disused Land in Imbali
Residents of Imbali, Pietermaritzburg, are celebrating the successful launch of a new community garden project…
Community
Clean-Up Campaign Launched for Dorpspruit River
Local environmental groups and volunteers initiate a massive clean-up project along the Dorpspruit River to co…
Community
Community Garden Project Flourishes in Northdale
The 'Green Thumbs of Northdale' community garden initiative is yielding impressive results, providing fresh pr…
Business
Local KZN Business Secures Major Retail Contract
A Pietermaritzburg-based manufacturing company, 'Zulu Weave Textiles', has announced a significant new contrac…
Business
Local Artisan Bakery 'The Daily Dough' Expands Operations
Popular Pietermaritzburg artisan bakery, The Daily Dough, is opening a new, larger production facility to meet…
Business
New Business Incubator Launched to Boost PMB Start-ups
Pietermaritzburg's entrepreneurial landscape is set for a significant boost with the official launch of the 'M…
Business
PMB Businesses Unite for Local Economic Revival
Pietermaritzburg's business community is rallying together to boost the local economy, addressing challenges a…
Community
PMB's Golden Mile Revitalisation: A New Dawn?
Pietermaritzburg's iconic Church Street is set for a major revitalisation, promising economic growth and commu…
Community
PMB's New Multi-Purpose Centre: A Game Changer
Pietermaritzburg unveils the Imbali Community Hub, a beacon of hope for local business, sport, and community d…
Local News
Road Closures Expected for Comrades Marathon Training in PMB
Pietermaritzburg residents should anticipate temporary road closures this weekend as Comrades Marathon aspiran…
Local News
New Traffic Control Measures Implemented on Chief Albert Luthuli Street
Pietermaritzburg municipality introduces new traffic flow improvements on Chief Albert Luthuli Street to allev…
Infrastructure
New Public Transport System Proposed for Pietermaritzburg CBD
A new integrated public transport system has been proposed to alleviate traffic congestion in Pietermaritzburg…
Politics
Msunduzi Municipality Faces Budget Shortfall Amidst Mounting Infrastructure Backlog
The Msunduzi Municipality is grappling with a significant budget deficit, impacting crucial service delivery a…
Economy
Farmers in Surrounding Areas Battle Drought and Rising Input Costs
Farmers in the agricultural areas surrounding Pietermaritzburg are facing significant challenges due to prolon…
Tourism
Heritage Tourism Boost Expected from Revitalisation of Old Colonial Buildings
Efforts to revitalise Pietermaritzburg's historic colonial buildings are set to boost heritage tourism. The in…
Business
Local Businesses Optimistic About New Retail Development in Scottsville
A new retail development in Scottsville promises to create jobs and boost the local economy, according to busi…
Education
Load Shedding Continues to Disrupt Education at Local Schools
Persistent load shedding is severely disrupting teaching and learning at schools across Pietermaritzburg. Educ…
Health
Pietermaritzburg Hospitals Grapple with Overcrowding and Staff Shortages
Public hospitals in Pietermaritzburg are struggling with severe overcrowding and a critical shortage of medica…
Economy
Youth Unemployment Remains High Despite Government Skills Development Initiatives
Despite various government-funded skills development programmes, youth unemployment in Pietermaritzburg remain…
Community
Community Policing Forum Addresses Rising Crime Rates in Northdale
The Northdale Community Policing Forum held an urgent meeting to address the recent surge in crime. Residents …
Environment
Water Restrictions Loom as Midmar Dam Levels Continue to Decline
Pietermaritzburg residents face potential water restrictions as Midmar Dam's water levels drop concerningly lo…