The race is on for the control of the Nquthu Local Municipality in northern KwaZulu-Natal in the by-election on Wednesday. The ANC, DA, IFP EFF and NFP have all campaigned strongly in the area in the past few days.

Labour analyst Terry Bell has warned that COSATU's latest announcement makes another split in the labour federation imminent. President Jacob Zuma has been black-listed from speaking at all COSATU activities.

The situation remains tense in Diepkloof in Soweto after residents there embarked on a protest. The residents who are blockading roads with rocks and burning tyres are understood to be demanding housing.

Father of the Durban school sexting victim on the developments

KZN Education department spokesperson Kwazi Mthethwa says the department stands firm against misconduct

UDM Leader Bantu Holomisa says the people must be put first when it comes to service delivery.

ANC Member of Parliament Makhosi Khoza says the Chief Whip has set her up with the Speaker over the matter.

Department of Human Settlements Kieth Khoza says government has broken down the housing waiting list into regions.

MO G says he is looking forward to hosting his new show Metro FM Sunday Night Love between 12:00 – 15:00 on Sunday.

Native Rhythms Records, Sipho Sithole says live music performances are becoming increasingly popular in the country.