Entities / Place
Durban.
city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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Michael Kidd suggested legal prohibitions on transport following a visit by Daily Maverick to an MSC Group subsidiary warehouse in Durban.Some support1 report
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Comparative market performance of major South African economic hubs, including Cape Town, Durban, Western Cape, Gauteng, and Johannesburg.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A coalition was formed in Durban in response to the devastating 2022 floods.Some support1 report
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President Ramaphosa met protest leaders while police were deployed in Durban and Johannesburg to maintain peace.Well supported10 reports3 developments inside
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A Zulu regiment marched during a demonstration in Durban on October 22, 2026.Some support1 report
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The ANC is actively seeking support across Durban, Gauteng, and KwaZulu-Natal municipalities.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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An investment conference was held in Durban on October 19, 2026.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Elections test party loyalists' weight in KZN.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Duduzane Zuma held an election rally near Durban today.Some support1 report
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ICTSI is acquiring TLG, a cargo-handling group that operates terminals in Durban and Cape Town.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Philippines-based ICTSI manages Pier 2 in Durban, with recent reports detailing IT changes and freight handling estimates.Some support1 report
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Jacob Zuma directed disaster management teams in Durban on October 18, 2026.Some support1 report
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Australia played South Africa in cricket amid mass protests in Durban, while David McGuinty was named Canada's defence minister.Some support1 report
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Correctional Services is handling parole violations in Durban as of October 17, 2026.Some support1 report
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Durban's port serves as a vital link connecting KwaZulu-Natal to global trade routes.Some support1 report
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BMW was attempted to be hijacked in Umbilo, alongside a deadly shooting and a cash-in-transit heist in Umlazi, Durban.Some support1 report
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Journalists report violence in Pretoria and Durban as CFE joins CPJ to stand against threats.Some support1 report
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Trial proceedings were held in the Durban high court involving Lindokuhle Mkhwanazi.Well supported3 reports
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Three unrelated events occurred in January 2026: an Indian cricket team was affected in Dubai, Kabila led an alliance in Goma, and Australia played a Test match in Durban.Some support1 report
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A constitutional court judgment triggered anti-migrant violence in Durban and Soweto.Well supported12 reports1 development inside
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A court ruling struck down restrictions on asylum access, followed by protests in Durban.Some support1 report
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Billy addressed security issues near Durban on October 12, 2026.Some support1 report
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The constitutional court challenged exploration rights in the Eastern Cape, coinciding with Europe fuel imports supplying the Durban area.Some support1 report
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The National Party introduced apartheid laws in Durban, where English settlers dominated local officials.Some support1 report
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Economic Freedom Fighters candidates participate in local elections held in Durban, with Umlazi being a key location.Some support1 report
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Heads of state met in Durban to discuss citizens, involving Angola.Some support1 report
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The Denis Hurley Centre in Durban provides shelter and health services to those in need.Some support1 report
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Navi Pillay was born in Durban, South Africa.Some support2 reports
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The SANDF, led by a minister, announced the deployment of forces to enhance security amid protests in Johannesburg and Durban.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has been deployed to patrol Durban.Some support1 report
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Australia played a Test match in South Africa while unrest and protests occurred in Durban and Johannesburg.Some support1 report
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A Durban-born jurist was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.Some support1 report
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Protests occurred in Soweto, Johannesburg, and Durban on October 9, 2026.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Police battled to control rioters and looters in Durban on October 9, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Aslani, who has an Instagram following, trained in various hospitals across Austria, London, and Durban, while Sur reported on a fatal attack in Marbella.Some support2 reports
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South African Police Service operations are underway in KwaZulu-Natal, with accountability sessions being held in Durban.Well supported8 reports4 developments inside
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Unrest and violence occurred in Durban, prompting police investigation into the incident.Some support1 report
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Xenophobia and social unrest are straining regional capacity in Gauteng and Durban.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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Political opportunism fuels xenophobic violence in South Africa.Some support1 report
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Protests erupted in Johannesburg and Durban, coinciding with a constitutional court ruling and a government briefing.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Anti-migrant protests escalated in the Eastern Cape and utilized major South African cities as hubs.Well supported21 reports8 developments inside
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A constitutional court matter involving Durban was reported.Some support2 reports
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The US Consulate General issued a safety alert for Durban.Some support1 report
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eThekwini Metro Municipality supported Megaphase's success, which maintains a branch in Johannesburg.Some support1 report
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The Judicial Service Commission is seeking judges to fill vacancies in the Johannesburg and Durban divisions.Some support1 report
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South Africa is facilitating the repatriation of Malawian citizens, leading to deportation protests in Johannesburg.Well supported22 reports7 developments inside
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Cyril Ramaphosa is the president of South Africa, and Durban is a city within the country.Well supported22 reports
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The Malawi Government, through the United Democratic Front, is managing the repatriation of displaced citizens from South Africa and has donated K5 million towards the costs.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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Industrial sectors in Gauteng and Durban seek efficiency.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Damaging winds affect port and harbour operations in Durban.Some support3 reports
One to three months ago
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Kgalema Motlanthe delivered a keynote address in Durban in 2013, which led to the founding of the continent's early political body.Some support1 report
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Biographical details about an artist whose career moved from South Africa to Portugal, involving a Gallo record label and origins near Durban.Some support1 report
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Violence occurred in a Durban suburb of South Africa.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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The potential revival plan for the Sapref refinery in Durban, South Africa, involving its history with Shell.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The city of Durban is currently grappling with severe governance and service delivery issues.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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eThekwini Municipality in Durban is facing financial scrutiny and lawsuits regarding its procurement and payment issues.Some support2 reports
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Raymond Zondo joined the World Justice Project Advisory Board and received a Rule of Law Award.Some support1 report
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Jack Bloom visited eThekwini municipality in Durban and spoke about his frustrations during an interview.Some support1 report
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Colin Powell led a delegation challenging the agenda at the World Conference Against Racism in Durban.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The US government opposed and boycotted a conference in Durban, while a rally commemorated its 25th anniversary.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Durban
Events traced to Durban, step by step, newest first- Aba's development could increase supply to Durban marketIncreased investment in Aba may boost supply of goods to DurbanPossible
- Asylum policy changes may fuel protests and unrest in DurbanThe judgment may fuel social unrest and protests in Durban.Already happening
- Cannes co-production success may raise Durban's film market profileGlobal film success may boost Durban's market prestige for African cinemaPossible
Around Durban this week
News at the entities that move Durban most-
Johannesburg OperationalA vehicle was purchased from a dealer located in Johannesburg.Moves Durban
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Jacob Zuma OperationalJacob Zuma visited Mpumalanga in 2016 to monitor government performance, leading to Rand Water being appointed to address water leaks.Moves Durban
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constitutional court OperationalA constitutional court ruled on August 26 that challenges the state's use of law regarding a lawyer's protection.Moves Durban
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South Africa Shared contextSpaceX proposed investment in South Africa, where Starlink offered services and Amazon and Microsoft rely on EEIPs.Moves Durban
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Department of Home Affairs OperationalAn Indian citizen moved to Australia to care for a brother, involving visa conditions managed by the Department of Home Affairs.Moves Durban
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South African National Defence Force Shared contextThe National Treasury made R823 million available to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) on October 22, 2026.Moves Durban
Connections
The 40 strongest of 293, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Johannesburg Operational
The two metropolitan areas maintain active operational links through shared infrastructure, trade flows, and socio-political events.
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Tongaat Hulett Structural
Tongaat Hulett operates a core industrial refinery capability within the geographical boundaries of Durban.
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Montclair Structural
The private property in Montclair is currently being utilized for emergency government housing requirements of the Durban area.
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Edgars Structural
Edgars is controlled by Retailability, a company based in Durban.
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Jacob Zuma Operational
Jacob Zuma's political influence and party actions actively drive political and operational events in Durban.
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Cape Town Operational
The two urban centers engage in direct economic competition, share social challenges, and experience migratory flows between them.
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constitutional court Operational
The Constitutional Court's rulings and judgments directly influence social events and mobilization within Durban.
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UPL Transactional
UPL is establishing a major operational presence in Durban, including a planned R17-billion biofuels refinery.
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South Africa Shared context
Durban is a major port and economic hub located within the sovereign borders of South Africa.
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Department of Home Affairs Operational
The Department of Home Affairs' policy decisions and directives directly cause social unrest and protests in Durban.
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Limpopo Operational
Migrants are actively being transferred from the city of Durban to the province of Limpopo.
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DRC Shared context
DRC is linked to Durban primarily through the presence of refugees and shared geopolitical discussions regarding crises and mineral development.
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South African National Defence Force Shared context
SANDF is deployed to Durban to enhance security and patrol areas amid protests.
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Rwanda Structural
Due to the ongoing crisis, a population of refugees from Rwanda is currently present in Durban.
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Craigieburn Structural
Craigieburn relies on Durban's municipal projects for infrastructure upgrades and services.
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Umbogintwini Structural
Umbogintwini infrastructure receives upgrades via municipal projects managed in Durban.
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Mahendra Chetty Operational
Mahendra Chetty operates within Durban, specifically concerning the city's procurement and payment issues.
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Europe Operational
Europe supplies fuel imports to the Durban area.
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Claver Gatete Operational
Claver Gatete proposes a regional minerals compact that impacts the operational context of Durban.
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South African Weather Service Operational
The South African Weather Service issues warnings regarding weather patterns that directly impact the risk of flooding in Durban.
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Aba Operational
Aba supplies products to the Durban market.
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Emirates Operational
The two entities have established a reciprocal codeshare partnership to facilitate route services.
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South African Airways Operational
SAA utilizes Durban as a necessary operational hub, including for critical functions like refueling.
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Jack Bloom Transactional
A specific instance of Jack Bloom visiting the eThekwini municipality in Durban.
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Eskom Shared context
Eskom operates as a national utility whose operational failures impact the economic costs in the major consumption center of Durban.
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Burundi Shared context
Burundi refugees are located in Durban.
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Gauteng Operational
Gauteng and Durban are linked by shared socio-economic challenges, including unrest and xenophobia, alongside proposed functional interdependencies like rail services and processing hubs.
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Isipingo Structural
Isipingo relies on the provision of infrastructure upgrades through ongoing municipal projects managed by Durban.
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Umgababa Structural
Umgababa's infrastructure receives upgrades and operates within the municipal and geographical context of Durban.
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Eastern Cape Operational
Eastern Cape's provincial housing policies influence urban migration patterns affecting Durban.
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English Shared context
English settlers historically dominated the officials of Durban.
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Kgalema Motlanthe Shared context
A was in Durban when they delivered a keynote address, establishing a temporary locational context.
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Disney on Ice Shared context
The company is currently touring in the city of Durban as part of its operational schedule.
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Cannes Operational
Durban FilmMart showcases films originating from the Cannes film industry.
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Malawi Shared context
Durban serves as a processing and temporary refuge hub for displaced Malawian nationals during a national crisis.
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Cyril Ramaphosa Shared context
Cyril Ramaphosa conducts official duties and hosts international summits while located in Durban.
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Barbara Creecy Shared context
Durban is a key location within the operational scope of the Department of Transport.
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Ambler Shared context
Ambler is associated with founding a hospice located within the city of Durban.
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National Party Shared context
The National Party introduced apartheid laws while operating in Durban.
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MSC Group Structural
MSC Group maintains a subsidiary warehouse located in Durban.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
36 events- Michael Kidd suggested legal prohibitions on transport following a visit by Daily Maverick to an MSC Group subsidiary warehouse in Durban.
- A coalition was formed in Durban in response to the devastating 2022 floods.
- A Zulu regiment marched during a demonstration in Durban on October 22, 2026.
- An investment conference was held in Durban on October 19, 2026.
- Duduzane Zuma held an election rally near Durban today.
- Philippines-based ICTSI manages Pier 2 in Durban, with recent reports detailing IT changes and freight handling estimates.
- Jacob Zuma directed disaster management teams in Durban on October 18, 2026.
- Australia played South Africa in cricket amid mass protests in Durban, while David McGuinty was named Canada's defence minister.
- Correctional Services is handling parole violations in Durban as of October 17, 2026.
- Durban's port serves as a vital link connecting KwaZulu-Natal to global trade routes.
- BMW was attempted to be hijacked in Umbilo, alongside a deadly shooting and a cash-in-transit heist in Umlazi, Durban.
- Journalists report violence in Pretoria and Durban as CFE joins CPJ to stand against threats.
- Trial proceedings were held in the Durban high court involving Lindokuhle Mkhwanazi.
- Three unrelated events occurred in January 2026: an Indian cricket team was affected in Dubai, Kabila led an alliance in Goma, and Australia played a Test match in Durban.
- A constitutional court judgment triggered anti-migrant violence in Durban and Soweto.
- A court ruling struck down restrictions on asylum access, followed by protests in Durban.
- Billy addressed security issues near Durban on October 12, 2026.
- The constitutional court challenged exploration rights in the Eastern Cape, coinciding with Europe fuel imports supplying the Durban area.
- The National Party introduced apartheid laws in Durban, where English settlers dominated local officials.
- Economic Freedom Fighters candidates participate in local elections held in Durban, with Umlazi being a key location.
- Heads of state met in Durban to discuss citizens, involving Angola.
- The Denis Hurley Centre in Durban provides shelter and health services to those in need.
- Navi Pillay was born in Durban, South Africa.
- The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has been deployed to patrol Durban.
- Australia played a Test match in South Africa while unrest and protests occurred in Durban and Johannesburg.
- A Durban-born jurist was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
- Protests occurred in Soweto, Johannesburg, and Durban on October 9, 2026.
- Police battled to control rioters and looters in Durban on October 9, 2026.
- Aslani, who has an Instagram following, trained in various hospitals across Austria, London, and Durban, while Sur reported on a fatal attack in Marbella.
- Unrest and violence occurred in Durban, prompting police investigation into the incident.
- Political opportunism fuels xenophobic violence in South Africa.
- Protests erupted in Johannesburg and Durban, coinciding with a constitutional court ruling and a government briefing.
- A constitutional court matter involving Durban was reported.
- The US Consulate General issued a safety alert for Durban.
- eThekwini Metro Municipality supported Megaphase's success, which maintains a branch in Johannesburg.
- The Judicial Service Commission is seeking judges to fill vacancies in the Johannesburg and Durban divisions.
September 2026
13 events- Comparative market performance of major South African economic hubs, including Cape Town, Durban, Western Cape, Gauteng, and Johannesburg.
- Elections test party loyalists' weight in KZN.
- ICTSI is acquiring TLG, a cargo-handling group that operates terminals in Durban and Cape Town.
- Damaging winds affect port and harbour operations in Durban.
- Kgalema Motlanthe delivered a keynote address in Durban in 2013, which led to the founding of the continent's early political body.
- Biographical details about an artist whose career moved from South Africa to Portugal, involving a Gallo record label and origins near Durban.
- The potential revival plan for the Sapref refinery in Durban, South Africa, involving its history with Shell.
- The city of Durban is currently grappling with severe governance and service delivery issues.
- eThekwini Municipality in Durban is facing financial scrutiny and lawsuits regarding its procurement and payment issues.
- Raymond Zondo joined the World Justice Project Advisory Board and received a Rule of Law Award.
- Jack Bloom visited eThekwini municipality in Durban and spoke about his frustrations during an interview.
- Colin Powell led a delegation challenging the agenda at the World Conference Against Racism in Durban.
- The US government opposed and boycotted a conference in Durban, while a rally commemorated its 25th anniversary.
August 2026
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July 2026
1 eventJune 2026
9 events- President Ramaphosa met protest leaders while police were deployed in Durban and Johannesburg to maintain peace.
- South African Police Service operations are underway in KwaZulu-Natal, with accountability sessions being held in Durban.
- Xenophobia and social unrest are straining regional capacity in Gauteng and Durban.
- Anti-migrant protests escalated in the Eastern Cape and utilized major South African cities as hubs.
- South Africa is facilitating the repatriation of Malawian citizens, leading to deportation protests in Johannesburg.
- Cyril Ramaphosa is the president of South Africa, and Durban is a city within the country.
- The Malawi Government, through the United Democratic Front, is managing the repatriation of displaced citizens from South Africa and has donated K5 million towards the costs.
- Industrial sectors in Gauteng and Durban seek efficiency.
- Violence occurred in a Durban suburb of South Africa.