KwaZulu-Natal Braces for Damaging Storms, Issues Level 4 Warning
KwaZulu-Natal disaster management teams are on high alert following a Level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms, including damaging winds, intense lightning, and hail, reports eNCA. The northeastern parts of Zululand are expected to bear the brunt of the storm. The weather service has forecasted heavy rainfall and strong winds accompanied by hail. Residents are urged to stay indoors to avoid lightning strikes and exercise caution around fast-flowing streams and rivers.
R100 Million Drug Lab Found in Rietfontein
The police raided an illegal drug lab valued at R100 million in Rietfontein, Pretoria, reports IOL. Police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Amanda van Wyk confirmed that extensive surveillance was conducted at the scene. Authorities confiscated cash, various chemicals, drug manufacturing equipment, and methamphetamine, commonly referred to as Crystal Meth or Tik. A suspect, described as an illegal Mexican immigrant, is set to appear in the Atteridgeville Magistrates Court, facing charges related to drug production and trafficking, as well as violations of the Immigration Act.
Eastern Cape CFO Faces Death Threats, Placed on Special Leave
In the Eastern Cape, Education MEC Fundile Gade has placed the Department's Chief Financial Officer, Nokuthula Ngcingwana, on special leave after she received alleged death threats from extortionists, according to SABC News. A statement from the Department revealed that the perpetrators are demanding Ngcingwana's resignation under threat of harm. Gade confirmed that a case had been filed with law enforcement agencies and encouraged other employees to report any incidents of work-related extortion.
