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ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  IFP Women’s Brigade Calls for Justice Following Tragic Death of Seven-Year-Old in Durban Lift Shaft The Inkatha Freedom Party Women’s Brigade (IFPWB) is calling for justice for seven-year-old Aphelele Dlamini , who tragically lost his life after falling into a lift shaft at the HOMii building in Durban . The IFPWB extends heartfelt prayers for the speedy recovery of Aphelele’s twin sister, Aphile , who is currently receiving medical care in hospital after also falling into the shaft. The Women’s Brigade is calling on law enforcement authorities to leave no stone unturned in investigating the circumstances that led to this heartbreaking incident. The Brigade also urges the City of Durban to conduct urgent safety inspections of all residential buildings to ensure they meet the required standards for safe and humane living conditions. “This tragedy is both shocking and unacceptable. No parent should have to bury their child because of negligence. If i...

ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  LIGHT AIRCRAFT CRASHES INTO TUCK SHOP AT HOËRSKOOL ALBERTON The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) can confirm that a light aircraft reportedly crashed into a tuck shop at Hoërskool Alberton in Ekurhuleni earlier this morning on Sunday, 26 October 2025. Circumstances around the incident are under investigation by relevant authorities. The pilot and the instructor who were onboard the aircraft reportedly sustained no injuries. The Department can confirm this incident will not disrupt schooling activities or the ongoing National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations . Parents have been advised to ensure that learners bring their own food to school while repairs are being arranged. The GDE commends the school’s management, emergency services and aviation authorities for their prompt response to this sudden incident. MAKEKASIGREAT©®™ @KASIBC_AFRICA

ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA  Salutes Leaders and Volunteers on MANCOSA Graduation The Inkatha Freedom Party Youth Brigade National Executive Committee (IFPYB NEC) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the KZN IFPYB Provincial Chairperson, Comrade Mncendisi Maphisa, MPL , and all dedicated Youth Brigade leaders and volunteers who successfully graduated from MANCOSA in various fields of study. This remarkable achievement goes beyond personal success — it stands as a powerful testament to the IFP Youth Brigade’s commitment to leadership through learning . It affirms that the movement’s leaders continue to lead by example through their relentless pursuit of education and self-improvement. The IFPYB firmly believes that effective political leadership must be underpinned by intellectual depth and professional competence. These newly acquired qualifications represent critical tools in advancing the Youth Brigade’s mission of service and empowerment within our communities. Educatio...

ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA   Alarming Rise of Suicides SAPS  Alarming rise of suicides in the South African Police Service tragically reflects the strain facing those in the line of duty. DA calls on National Police Commissioner to take decisive action in saving lives. DA in Parliament will also ensure reforms are implemented. The Democratic Alliance (DA) is deeply concerned by the alarming rise in suicides within the South African Police Service (SAPS). Recent reports reveal that, on average, one police officer takes their own life every week.  This is not just a statistic; it is a tragic reflection of the immense psychological strain borne by those tasked with protecting our nation. The DA extends its deepest condolences to the families and colleagues of those who have lost their lives. Every one of these tragedies represents a devastating failure of a system that continues to neglect the mental health and wellbeing of its members. This crisis cannot be separated ...

ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA Flamingo Heights Flats Residents Continue To Suffer The DA in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) notes with deep concern the ongoing delays in finalising the transfer of ownership of units at the Flamingo Heights flats in Tongaat - a project first begun more than six years ago to provide residents with long-overdue title deeds and security of tenure . According to the latest status report by eThekwini Municipality - tabled at a recent KZN Human Settlements portfolio committee - while key steps including land audits , town planning layouts, and Surveyor General approvals have been completed, the project remains stalled due to persistent bureaucratic inefficiencies and poor interdepartmental coordination. This includes the discovery that Erf 2379 Tongaat - the land on which Flamingo Heights stands - is still classified as a public open space which has further delayed the process pending closure and rezoning applications . Residents of Flamingo Heights have waited to...

ONLINE EDITOR @KASIBC_AFRICA MMC for Public Safety Dr Mgcini Tshwaku Notes Granting of Bail to JMPD Officers and Condemns Unlawful Arrest by SAPS The MMC for Public Safety, Dr Mgcini Tshwaku , notes with relief the granting of bail to members of the Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) Tactical Response Unit (TRU) and Recovery Unit following their unlawful arrest and detention by members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Bekkersdal . We have now been able to speak directly with our members about the events that transpired, as SAPS had previously denied JMPD Internal Affairs access to them during their detention. Below is the sequence of events as recounted by the affected officers: On 17 October 2025, JMPD TRU officers, acting on credible intelligence regarding a suspected stolen Toyota Hilux belonging to an illegal miner (zama zama) who had been underground for nine months, located the vehicle at a premises in Bekkersdal. Accompanied by an informant who could id...

KASIBC_AFRICA ONLINE EDITOR Gauteng government to launch Tswa Daar, a massive anti- substance abuse campaign The Gauteng Provincial Government led by Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Members of Executive Council (MECs), will on Monday 27 October 2025, launch Tswa Daar!, a massive campaign to combat substance and alcohol abuse in communities across all five regions in the province.  This initiative is part of a broader effort to save lives, restore dignity and build a healthier, safer Gauteng. It reflects the provincial government’s commitment to tackling substance and alcohol abuse head-on, with care and urgency. During the launch, at all sites there will be multidisciplinary teams of nurses, social workers, doctors, police officers, and government officials will be deployed to provide immediate support to substance users and their families. A central database will be created to understand the scale of substance abuse and ensure fair allocation of resources. While rehabilitat...