Phoenix murders
Interventions to curb racial tensions in Phoenix won't last - July riots report
The township saw racial violence, which claimed 36 lives and left many injured during the July unrest.
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Phoenix barricades exacerbated racial tensions, Zikalala tells SAHRC
Zikalala is testifying at the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC)'s hearings probing the July riots.
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3 men implicated in Phoenix violence to appear in court
Dlyan Govender, his brother Ned Govender and Jeetendra Jaikissoon are among suspects arrested in connection with the violent incident that occurred in Phoenix during the July unrest.
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Cele: Police working to ensure justice for families of Phoenix murder victims
Police Minister Bheki Cele has reported back on police work in apprehending those responsible for the killings.
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Jackie Shandu due back in court for bail related to incitement charges
Jackie Shandu, 37, was arrested this week after a video clip emerged, showing him on the steps of the Durban City Hall, leading a chant with the words 'one Indian, one bullet'.
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'We're not racist': Racial tensions in Phoenix exaggerated, say some residents
This came as the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) marched to the area on Thursday, protesting against racism in the area.
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Steenhuisen: EFF hoping to stir up racial tensions with march to Phoenix
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has written to the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC), asking it to intervene, warning that the situation will escalate.
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Calm restored to Phoenix but strong security presence to remain - Cele
The town gained notoriety after 36 people were killed during last month’s civil unrest.
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Phoenix update: 36 deaths, 22 arrested
Police Minister General Bheki Cele, together with KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala, gave an update on the law enforcement and social cohesion interventions in Phoenix. This briefing follows the looting and violence in July in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.
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KZN Education Dept pleased with resumption of classes despite safety concerns
Deadly protests and looting two weeks ago claimed over 130 lives in the province and reignited racial tensions in small towns such as Phoenix, north of Durban.
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IFP commends law enforcement for arresting suspects linked to Phoenix murders
Police have so far arrested 11 suspects linked to deadly violence in Phoenix.
