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Watch: Mtubatuba Pastor Arrested for Alleged Drunk Driving While Travelling to St Lucia Baptism Ceremony

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Watch: Mtubatuba Pastor Arrested for Alleged Drunk Driving While Travelling to St Lucia Baptism Ceremony

A pastor travelling to St Lucia Beach for a church cleansing and baptism ceremony has been arrested after allegedly being caught driving under the influence of alcohol during a Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) operation in northern KwaZulu-Natal.

The incident occurred on the R618 in St Lucia, where RTI officers stopped the pastor’s vehicle during routine traffic enforcement.

According to information released on social media, the pastor was travelling with members of his congregation, who were following behind his vehicle on their way to the religious gathering.

RTI Officers Detect Smell of Alcohol

Officials reportedly became suspicious after detecting a strong smell of alcohol coming from the vehicle during the stop.

A breathalyser test was subsequently conducted, with the pastor allegedly recording a 0.360% Blood Alcohol Content (BAC), according to the information shared by RTI.

The pastor was immediately arrested on a charge of allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and transported to police cells.

Biblical Response During Arrest

The incident has attracted widespread attention online after RTI shared what it claimed was the pastor’s response following his arrest.

According to the post, the pastor quoted 1 John 1:9, saying:

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

The RTI post humorously added that officers responded, “Amen to that,” before escorting him to the holding cells.

Social Media Reacts

The arrest has sparked widespread discussion across social media platforms, with many users expressing disbelief that the incident occurred while the pastor was reportedly travelling to conduct a baptism service.

Others praised RTI officers for enforcing the law equally, regardless of a person’s profession or standing within the community.

Drunk Driving Remains a Serious Offence

Authorities continue to warn motorists that driving under the influence of alcohol remains one of the leading causes of serious crashes on South African roads.

Law enforcement agencies have intensified operations across KwaZulu-Natal, particularly during weekends and holiday periods, with motorists urged to avoid drinking before getting behind the wheel and to arrange alternative transport if they have consumed alcohol.

Facebook Down: Global Outage Leaves Thousands Unable to Access Accounts

Devi Subremoney
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Facebook Down: Global Outage Leaves Thousands Unable to Access Accounts

Millions of Facebook users around the world are experiencing issues accessing the social media platform after a widespread outage struck on Sunday.

According to outage-monitoring platform Downdetector, reports of problems with Facebook surged dramatically at approximately 10:09 a.m. ET, jumping from just five reports to more than 3,500 within minutes, indicating a widespread service disruption.

Users across multiple countries reported being unable to log into their accounts or use key Facebook features. Many said they were unable to upload photos or videos, while others experienced problems sending messages through Facebook Messenger.

The desktop version of Facebook also appeared to be inaccessible for many users during the outage.

Those attempting to access the platform were greeted with the following error message:

“Account Temporarily Unavailable. Your account is currently unavailable due to a site issue. We expect this to be resolved shortly. Please try again in a few minutes.”

The disruption quickly sparked a wave of reactions on other social media platforms, with users turning to alternative apps to confirm whether the issue was widespread.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, had not issued an official statement explaining the cause of the outage at the time of publication.

It remains unclear how many users have been affected or when full service will be restored.

Breaking: Cash-in-Transit Robbery Sparks Chaos on N3 Westbound in Durban

Sbonelo Shezi
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Breaking: Cash-in-Transit Robbery Sparks Chaos on N3 Westbound in Durban

Durban – Motorists are urged to avoid the N3 westbound after reports of a cash-in-transit (CIT) robbery involving gunfire near the Jan Smuts Avenue/Sherwood off-ramp on Friday afternoon.

The incident was reported at approximately 4:54pm, with multiple emergency alerts indicating that suspects targeted a cash-in-transit vehicle on the N3 westbound, just after the Jan Smuts Avenue off-ramp in Sherwood.

Initial reports indicate that shots were fired during the robbery. The exact number of suspects involved and whether anyone has been injured has not yet been confirmed.

Traffic has been severely affected, with motorists advised to avoid the N3 westbound from the Jesus Dome on-ramp towards Spaghetti Junction while emergency services and law enforcement respond to the scene.

Authorities are expected to close or restrict sections of the highway as investigations and crime scene processing get underway.

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Motorists travelling towards Durban’s city centre are encouraged to seek alternative routes and expect significant delays.

Police have not yet released an official statement regarding the incident, and it remains unclear whether the suspects fled with any cash or if arrests have been made.

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.

Watch| Private Security Rescues Trapped SAPS Officers After Mob Siege in Ndwedwe

Sbonelo Shezi
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Watch| Private Security Rescues Trapped SAPS Officers After Mob Siege in Ndwedwe

NDWEDWE — Two South African Police Service (SAPS) officers were rescued by private security personnel after an angry mob surrounded their police vehicle, barricaded roads and threatened to kill the officers following the arrest of a murder suspect in Ndwedwe on Tuesday.

Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) said it deployed both a helicopter and a team of Reaction Officers after receiving urgent reports that two SAPS members had become trapped while transporting an arrested murder suspect.

Earlier in the day, RUSA Reaction Officers Nathi Ndaba and Philani Mkhulisi tracked down a suspect wanted in connection with the murder of a 22-year-old man. The suspect was found hiding beneath a bed and was arrested without resistance before being handed over to SAPS.

Shortly after taking custody of the suspect, police officers were confronted by a large crowd demanding that he be released. According to RUSA, the mob barricaded access roads, surrounded the police vehicle and allegedly threatened to set it alight while killing the officers inside.

The SAPS members remained trapped for about an hour as armed individuals prevented them from leaving the area.

RUSA immediately dispatched additional Reaction Officers together with its Robinson R44 helicopter to assist.

Read | Armed Gang Robs Jewellery Store at Cornubia Mall

On arrival, the private security team secured the area, removed the barricades, rescued the trapped police officers and safely escorted the SAPS vehicle out of the community.

No injuries were reported.

The dramatic rescue was captured from the air by RUSA’s Robinson R44 helicopter (ZS-HXM), highlighting the scale of the operation.

The incident has once again raised questions about growing attacks on law enforcement officers in parts of KwaZulu-Natal and the increasingly significant role private security companies are playing in supporting emergency incidents.

Police have not released further information regarding the murder investigation or whether anyone will face charges in connection with the alleged intimidation and attempted obstruction of police officers.

How Vacancies With Sirnashy Is Helping Durban’s Youth Navigate South Africa’s Tough Job Market

Bavesh Soobremoney
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How Vacancies With Sirnashy Is Helping Durban’s Youth Navigate South Africa’s Tough Job Market

How Vacancies With Sirnashy Is Helping Durban’s Youth Navigate South Africa’s Tough Job Market

In a country where youth unemployment continues to challenge thousands of young people every day, digital job platforms have become more important than ever. Among the growing number of employment websites in South Africa, Vacancies With Sirnashy has slowly built a reputation as one of the platforms actively working to connect ordinary South Africans with real job opportunities.

While many job seekers often complain about fake listings, outdated vacancies, and complicated application systems on larger recruitment websites, Vacancies With Sirnashy has focused on something different — accessibility, consistency, and industry-specific opportunities that many people overlook.

Originally known within transport and trucking circles, the platform has expanded beyond trucking jobs and now shares vacancies across logistics, retail, driving, administration, construction, learnerships, and general employment sectors. The website regularly updates listings from different provinces, including KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and the Western Cape.

For many young people in Durban, especially those without university degrees or professional networks, platforms like Vacancies With Sirnashy have become useful tools in discovering opportunities that may otherwise go unnoticed. Durban has a large number of unemployed youth actively searching for work daily, particularly in transport, warehousing, security, retail, and driving-related industries.

By publishing vacancies in these sectors consistently, the platform has managed to attract attention from job seekers looking for practical employment opportunities rather than corporate-only careers.

One of the platform’s strongest advantages is its focus on sectors that are often underrepresented on mainstream job sites. Truck driving, fleet control, logistics operations, warehouse work, and fuel transport vacancies are regularly featured on the website. In a province like KwaZulu-Natal, where logistics and freight movement play a major role in the economy due to the Port of Durban, this kind of industry focus is highly relevant.

The platform also appears to understand the realities facing South African job seekers. Beyond simply posting vacancies, Vacancies With Sirnashy publishes career-related blog content discussing CV mistakes, workplace rights, and employment trends affecting local workers. This educational angle is important in a market where many first-time applicants still struggle with CV preparation, interview readiness, and identifying legitimate job opportunities online.

Another factor contributing to the platform’s growing recognition is its strong presence on social media and community sharing spaces, where many South Africans now discover jobs faster than through traditional recruitment methods. In recent online discussions, many job seekers have expressed frustration with unreliable applications and a lack of responses from employers. Smaller independent platforms that consistently update vacancies are therefore becoming increasingly valuable to communities searching for real opportunities.

According to information published on the platform itself, Vacancies With Sirnashy has already listed thousands of jobs and continues to expand its database of active opportunities and resumes. While it may still be growing compared to major national recruitment brands, its impact at grassroots level — especially among transport workers and entry-level job seekers — is becoming noticeable.

For Durban’s youth, where unemployment remains one of the city’s biggest social and economic challenges, platforms that simplify access to information can make a meaningful difference. Sometimes the biggest barrier is not a lack of talent, but simply not knowing where opportunities exist.

As South Africa’s digital employment space continues evolving, community-driven platforms like Vacancies With Sirnashy are showing that smaller independent initiatives can still play a significant role in helping job seekers move one step closer to employment.

Two Men Killed After Car T-bones Truck in Durban CBD Horror Crash

Sbonelo Shezi
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Two Men Killed After Car T-bones Truck in Durban CBD Horror Crash

Two men were killed in the early hours of Friday morning following a devastating collision between a truck and a light motor vehicle in the heart of Durban’s CBD.

ALS Paramedics spokesperson Garrith Jamieson said emergency teams were called to the intersection of Anton Lembede Street and Stewart Simelane Street just after 05:30am.

“Paramedics arrived on scene to find absolute carnage,” Jamieson said. “A light motor vehicle had T-boned a truck and become wedged underneath it. Two men, the driver and his passenger, were found severely entrapped in the wreckage.”

Members of the eThekwini Fire Department were dispatched to assist with the extrication, but despite their efforts, both men, believed to be in their thirties, had sustained catastrophic injuries. They were declared dead at the scene.

Read | Taxi Collision in Durban CBD Injures 15 in Early Morning Crash

Authorities cordoned off the area while the South African Police Service (SAPS) began investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

“The cause of the accident remains unknown at this stage,” Jamieson added.

The double fatal crash caused major traffic delays during the morning rush, with emergency services remaining on scene for several hours.

Driver Killed After Car Ploughs Into Truck on N3 Near Cato Ridge

Ben Johnson
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Driver Killed After Car Ploughs Into Truck on N3 Near Cato Ridge

A man believed to be in his forties has been killed in a horrific crash on the N3 highway near Cato Ridge this afternoon.

According to ALS Paramedics, emergency teams were called to the scene just after 1:30pm following reports of a serious collision involving a truck and a car on the Pietermaritzburg-bound carriageway.

When paramedics arrived, they were met with scenes of devastation. The car had slammed into the rear of the truck, leaving the driver trapped inside the mangled wreckage. Despite their best efforts, paramedics found that the man had sustained fatal injuries, and he was declared dead at the scene.

Read | Three Killed in Tragic N3 Highway Crash Near Pietermaritzburg

The eThekwini Fire Department was called in to assist with the recovery operation, while traffic on the busy highway was severely affected as authorities worked to clear the scene.

At this stage, the exact circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear. SAPS were in attendance and have launched an investigation into the incident.

Watch | Terrifying Shootout Rocks Hillcrest Centre

Anita Scholtz
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Watch | Terrifying Shootout Rocks Hillcrest Centre

Panic gripped shoppers and staff at Hillcrest Centre on Friday afternoon when a heavily armed gang stormed the premises, triggering a violent shootout that left the mall riddled with bullet holes but miraculously no injuries.

According to witnesses and security personnel on scene, two silver and grey Toyota Etios hatchbacks pulled into the parking area shortly before 2pm. Each vehicle was packed with armed suspects wielding pistols and high-calibre rifles, including what appeared to be an AK-47.

“Several men jumped out and told the car guards to drop their radios,” said one security officer, who asked not to be named. “They looked like they knew exactly what they were doing.”

The suspects then moved toward one of the shops in the centre. The store owner, reportedly armed, drew his firearm and attempted to defend his business, sparking a fierce exchange of gunfire.

Witnesses described scenes of chaos as the gang opened fire from both vehicles, sending shoppers diving for cover. “It was like a war zone — bullets were flying everywhere,” said a bystander who had taken shelter behind a parked car.

After several tense moments, the suspects fled in their vehicles, firing additional rounds as they sped off in different directions.

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Emergency services and police responded swiftly, cordoning off the area and collecting spent cartridges strewn across the parking lot.

Police confirmed that no fatalities or injuries were reported despite the heavy gunfire. Investigations are under way to trace the suspects and determine the motive behind the brazen midday attack.

Residents and business owners in the area have expressed shock and concern over the escalating violence in what is typically regarded as a quiet suburb.

Watch: Feared Umzinto Taxi Boss Bongani “Steh” Mnguni Gunned Down at Local Garage

Sipho Zungu
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Watch: Feared Umzinto Taxi Boss Bongani “Steh” Mnguni Gunned Down at Local Garage

A notorious taxi owner from Umzinto, on KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast, has been shot dead in what appears to be a targeted hit.

Bongani “Steh” Mnguni, a well-known and feared figure in the region’s taxi industry, was killed on Thursday afternoon by unknown gunmen while at a local garage.

Mnguni, who had long been accused by rivals and community members of involvement in extortion, intimidation, and several violent incidents, was reportedly ambushed while seating outside a garage. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as multiple shots rang out, sending bystanders scrambling for cover.

Police have not yet confirmed the motive for the crime.

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KwaZulu-Natal police cordoned off the scene and launched a manhunt for the suspects, who fled immediately after the shooting.

Mnguni’s killing has reignited fears of renewed taxi violence in the region, where several high-profile figures have been assassinated in recent years.

Durban Metro Police Warn Motorists of Legitimate SMS Notifications for Unpaid Fines

Sbonelo Shezi
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Durban Metro Police Warn Motorists of Legitimate SMS Notifications for Unpaid Fines

The Durban Metro Police Service (DMPS) has issued a public notice alerting motorists that official SMS notifications are now being sent to individuals with outstanding traffic fines.

According to the department, the messages are legitimate and form part of an official municipal campaign to encourage the prompt settlement of unpaid traffic fines.

The message will read:
“Dear Motorist, you have outstanding Traffic Fines, for enquiries, please contact Durban Metro Police on 031 311 2862/3 or email [email protected].”

Authorities stressed that the SMSes are not scams, as they are sent directly from the Municipality’s verified communication system.

Motorists are urged to take the notifications seriously and to make payments only through official municipal platforms.

For verification or further enquiries, motorists can contact the Durban Metro Police via email at [email protected] or call 031 311 2862 / 031 311 2863.

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