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R25m KZN disability grant scam bust
Eleven people alleged to be linked to a syndicate that scammed the South Africa Social Security Agency (Sassa) of R25 million have been arrested by police and were expected to appear in court on Thursday. Those arrested include Sassa officials, members of the public and a doctor.
PICS: Sewage flowing in Pinetown river
The Mercury visited the area on Wednesday and found that part of the river has been heavily polluted. In two of its sections, dams of sewage had formed. Next to the river are several large industrial sewer tanks.
Abortion lessons in schools - Readers have their say
This week government revealed their plans to educate young school girls about pregnancy termination and the morning-after pill. In an article published in The Mercury on Tuesday, the move was announced after government noted more than 15 000 schoolgirls falling pregnant in a single year. The proposal caused a stir among readers.
Durban to spend R200m on taxi industry
Durban - The eThekwini Municipality has budgeted more than R200 million for a public transport service improvement incentives programme for minibus taxis over the next five years.
WATCH: Cops, youth gather for crime prevention summit
Numerous pupils in school uniform were given seats in the front row alongside dignitaries
Sibanye shares are rocked by fatality
Sibanye-stillwater fell nearly 12% on the JSE as another fatality at its SA operations kept the spotlight on the gold miner’s regressing safety record
Shoprite, Checkers, Hungry Lion stores to shut down over wage issues
The National Transport Movement said their members would be embarking on a total shutdown of all Shoprite, Checkers, U-Save and Hungry Lion stores.