Durban Ratepayers to Cover R30 Million Municipality Bill
Durban residents are set to shoulder a R30 million legal payout after the Constitutional Court ruled against the eThekwini Municipality in a tender dispute involving Daily Double Trading. The ruling has sparked concerns over municipal accountability and financial governance. Civic groups have renewed calls for transparency and internal reform within the city’s leadership.
SALGA Launches Speaker’s Forum in KwaZulu-Natal
The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has launched a new Speaker’s Forum in KwaZulu-Natal. The initiative is designed to improve local governance, ethical leadership, and service delivery at municipal level. The Forum promotes collaboration among councillors to address infrastructure issues and restore public trust.
Tunisia-Led Convoy Heads Toward Gaza
Over 300 vehicles and more than 1,000 activists have joined a convoy from Tunisia toward Gaza in a symbolic protest against the Israeli blockade. Organized under the theme ‘Soumoud’ or ‘Steadfastness,’ the convoy aims to raise awareness rather than deliver aid. The participants call for stronger regional and international pressure to end the siege on Gaza.
Austria Mourns Victims of School Shooting in Graz
Austria is observing national mourning after a mass shooting at a school in Graz left 10 dead and 12 injured. The shooter, a former student, took his own life at the scene. Authorities have announced three days of mourning and support services are being provided to victims’ families. This is the deadliest school shooting in Austrian history.
Kyiv Endures Devastating Drone and Missile Strikes
Kyiv was hit by more than 300 drones and multiple missiles overnight in a coordinated assault on energy and civilian infrastructure. At least three people were killed and 13 injured in the strikes, prompting emergency responses and international condemnation. President Zelenskyy has called for urgent global action to respond to the escalating attacks.
Today’s Exchange Rates – 11 June 2025
- 1 US Dollar = R17.80
• 1 Euro = R20.30
• 1 British Pound = R24.05These rates reflect mid-market values and may vary slightly depending on financial service providers.
Article written by:
Hudaa Ahmed
Journalist at Radio Al Ansaar
