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The Citizen
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Durban City announce new signings including an ex-Bafana keeper
City will be led by former SuperSport United and Kaizer Chiefs coach Gavin Hunt this season. Newly promoted Betway Premiership side Durban City FC have confirmed five signings including former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Darren Keet. Keet joins the Durban side following Cape Town City's relegation to the Motsepe Foundation Championship after they lost out in the Promotional/Relegation playoffs to Orbit College. ALSO READ: Midfielder confirms Orlando Pirates departure City confirmed Keet's capture on their social media pages on Wednesday. 'Durban City FC is proud to welcome seasoned shot-stopper Darren Keet to the Club for the 2025/2026 Betway Premiership Season,' the club announced. Joining Keet at the Durban-based side are Brooklyn Poggenpoel, who previously played for SuperSport United, former Stellenbosch FC defender Liam De Kock, Trevor Mokwena from Upington City and Ghanaian goalkeeper Fredrick Asare. 'Durban City FC is thrilled to announce the arrival of talented midfielder Brooklyn Poggenpoel ahead of the 2025/2026 Betway Premiership Season. 'Durban City FC is delighted to announce the signing of talented defender Liam De Kock ahead of the 2025/2026 Betway Premiership Season! 'We are thrilled to announce the signing of dynamic forward Trevor Mokwena from Upington City. Trevor joins the squad ahead of the 2025/2026 Betway Premiership season. 'Durban City FC is proud to welcome Ghanaian international goalkeeper Fredrick Asare to the Club for the 2025/2026 Betway Premiership Season,' read other tweets from City. ALSO READ: Sundowns' Ribeiro linked with 'blockbuster' transfer City, who were promoted to the elite league after they won the 2024/25 Motsepe Foundation Championship title, will be led by former SuperSport United and Kaizer Chiefs coach Gavin Hunt this season. Meanwhile, former Cape Town City midfielders Haashim Domingo and Thabo Nodada and ex-SuperSport defender Thulani Hlatshwayo are said to be trying their luck at the club under the watchful eye of Hunt and his technical team.
IOL News
3 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
Scammer targets Durban seafood business; owner loses thousands to online fraud
In a shocking incident that underscores the rising tide of online scams, a Durban-based seafood business has suffered a considerable loss of R6,492 at the hands of a cunning fraudster this past weekend. The owner, who remains unnamed, reported the incident to Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) after discovering that several Electronic Fund Transfers (EFT) for seafood orders had failed to reflect in their account. The ordeal began on Friday when the scammer made contact with the business through WhatsApp, placing a sizable order that included seafood boil, prawn platters, and an assortment of frozen seafood. To validate the transaction, the fraudster provided what appeared to be a convincing proof of payment from First National Bank (FNB). Believing the payment to be genuine, the business owner prepared the order, which was subsequently collected by an E-Hailing driver. The following day, the scammer placed a second order worth R4,300.00. However, the owner's instinct kicked in, and they requested an instant payment before releasing the goods. The scammer again sent a fraudulent proof of payment, but this time, the owner was wary. Upon contacting their bank for verification, they were informed that the payments had never been made, marking the moment the owner realised they had been scammed. In a twist of deception, the scammer persistently contacted the owner afterwards, falsely claiming that the payment had been successful. This individual, described as an Indian male, is just one among many con artists employing similar tactics to exploit small business owners. The modus operandi of these scammers often involves recruiting unsuspecting E-Hailing drivers to collect goods. After providing drivers with an address and directing them to leave the products in unsecured locations, the con artists promptly pay them through cash transfer services while creating an elaborate web of deceit that complicates the recovery of stolen goods. Scams like this are proliferating, particularly on platforms like Facebook Marketplace, where sellers are pressured into swift transactions without confirming the legitimacy of a payment. 'Buyers often target sellers during banking hours or intend to verify payments in a limited timeframe, making it ripe for unscrupulous tactics,' warned a RUSA spokesperson. In light of this incident, the public is urged to exercise due diligence by verifying all bank deposits prior to releasing any goods, especially during online transactions. As these scams continue to evolve, taking precautionary steps can help guard against future fraud.
TimesLIVE
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
God's Work can often be cruel
Durban-based director Michael James' debut feature God's Work is a thought-provoking, multilayered reflection on the lived experience and inner world of the city's marginalised and misunderstood unhoused people. Combining elements of social realism, this meta narrative is an attempt by a well-intentioned young white documentary filmmaker to tell their story. It's a sharp satirical critique of the politically expedient attempts to co-opt them into the platforms of fictionalised versions of the DA and the EFF, and includes surreal hallucinations brought on by the effects of drugs and the traumas of the past, as well as the oppressive violence of the city's corrupt police. The film follows the journey of a group of unhoused young men as they hustle each day to survive in an environment in which the elements seem intent on erasing them. It also provides a complex interrogation of how we interact with sidelined members of our communities and what the abilities and limits of cinema as a medium are to adequately capture the many aspects of the realities of their lives...
The South African
16-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Euro giants bid R100m to Orlando Pirates for Relebohile Mofokeng!
Orlando Pirates could be braced to sell yet another one of their young superstars if the latest reports are accurate. Pirates recently announced the sale of Mohau Nkota to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq in a shock deal. The 20-year-old had just completed his breakthrough season in the Pirates season, crowing it off with a Bafana Bafana cap. Just as Nkota was expected to return and grow from strength to strength in the upcoming season, his move to Al-Ettifaq was abruptly confirmed. This without rumours or extended links. Another aspect adding to the shock factor was the expectation of Relebohile Mofokeng being the first to leave instead. Mofokeng has been linked with European and African giants for the better part of the last two season now. After two and a quarter seasons at Pirates, many are of the impression that this is the window he finally leaves. His father Sechaba Mofokeng has also been vocal about his son being allowed to fulfil his dream to play abroad. Now according to the latest from Sportswire , European giants PSV have made a staggering R100 million offer for his services! 'Dutch giants PSV Eindhoven have reportedly tabled a mouth-watering offer for Orlando Pirates star Relebohile to the Durban-based Ilanga newspaper, which has close ties with the Pirates, Eindhoven is believed to have made a R100 million offer for the Bafana Bafana has learned that both parties are still in talks, and the deal is yet to be concluded. Should Mofokeng depart Pirates for the Dutch giants, it would mean the club has lost two of its best young talents this past season, following the sale of Mohau Nkota to Saudi Arabian side Al-Ettifaq on Sunday.' Wrote the publication. Pirates fans how would you feel about losing both promising wingers Mofokeng and Nkota in the same window? And would PSV be the right move for Rele? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab. Or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. You can also follow @TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
IOL News
15-07-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
DSG reappoints Lance Klusener despite dismal SA20 season
LANCE Klusener, coach of Durban's Super Giants has come under scrutiny due to his tactics of shifting some players from their natural positions. | Sportzpics However, Klusener, a respected figure in global cricket and one of South Africa's most celebrated all-rounders, did take the side to the final of the SA20 in the second season despite going on to lose to the Sunrisers Eastern Cape at Newlands. The Durban-based franchise reappointed Klusener despite having led the team to six losses in the third and previous edition of the tournament, as they finished at the bottom of the standings with only two victories to their name. TO the surprise of many, Durban's Super Giants delightedly announced on Tuesday that Lance Klusener will return as the franchise's head coach for the upcoming 2025/26 SA20 season, marking his fourth consecutive year leading the franchise. 𝐇𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐞. 𝐇𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭. 𝐇𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲𝐬. 👊 Lance Klusener continues to lead the charge as our Head Coach 💙🤝 Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. The 53-year-old is also involved in the RPSG Group in the Indian Premier League under the Lucknow Super Giants as assistant coach and thus understands the vision of the franchise, a feat that makes him a perfect fit for the DSG. 'It's a privilege to continue this journey with the Durban's Super Giants and the RPSG Group. The support and belief shown in me are deeply appreciated. I look forward to building something even more special this season,' Klusener said. 'We've laid the foundation over the past three years. Now, it's time to build a team that can consistently challenge for the title and make Durban proud. "Durban is my home. Coaching this franchise is more than a job, it's a mission to build something enduring with our fans and players.' With the SA20 auction set for September 9, Klusener will be hoping to bolster his squad for what is a highly anticipated fourth season. 'We've done a deep review of our past season and have identified key areas for improvement. This auction gives us a crucial opportunity to strengthen our squad and return to our best.' The Super Giants will play the tournament opener at the picturesque Newlands against defending champions MI Cape Town on Boxing Day before they host them at Kingsmead on December 28. They will then host the Joburg Super Kings before they go back on the road on January 1.
