TFR to transport hematite

Pretoria – The first train service to transport hematite products from Swaziland to South Africa’s Richards Bay will begin in November and is also expected to stimulate job creation, said Transnet Freight Rail (TFR). “TFR has successfully implemented the first...

Umhlanga Tourism Liberty Trail Run

Hundreds of enthusiastic energetic early risers will take to the trails for the Umhlanga Tourism Liberty Trail Run / Walk on Sunday 16 December. The annual run has two distances, the shorter 12km, a perfect distance for walkers and those that enjoy a gentle easy run...

Fund for KZN youth businesses

Durban – A R15 million SMME loan scheme has been launched in KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday to help the youth finance their businesses. The Imbewu Loan Fund, provided by Ithala and the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), has been initiated to address problems...

South Africa woos Japanese business

Pretoria – KwaZulu-Natal Premier Dr Zweli Mkhize has arrived in Osaka on an official visit aimed at getting companies in Japan to invest in the province of KwaZulu-Natal. Mkhize, who is accompanied by Economic Development and Tourism MEC Mike Mabuyakhulu, said...
KZN increases number of patients on ART

KZN increases number of patients on ART

Pretoria – The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health has reported an increase in the number of patients registered on its antiretroviral (ART) programme from 408 238 in the 2010/11 to 535 910 as of the end of 2011/12 financial year. Provincial Health MEC, Dr...