In case you missed it: Top stories of the week
From sugar tax to taps running dry. Here are our top stories of the week.
Taxis accused of extortion on the R102 – Umhlali

A local driver fears for his life after he was allegedly pulled over by a taxi driver, who demanded that he pay for travelling on the R102 or else his vehicle would be set alight.
Read the full story HERE.
Sugar tax takes its toll – say North Coast farmers

Local cane growers are begging government for relief, claiming the sugar tax is bringing the already fragile industry to its knees.
Read the full story HERE.
Combined estates proposal falls flat – Salt Rock

A proposal to incorporate a part of the Mount Richmore estate into Simbithi Eco Estate has created a deep division among Simbithi residents.
Read the full story HERE.
Salt Rock kite surfer to the rescue in Umdloti

What started as a chilled kite surfing session turned into a dramatic life saving mission at Umdloti beach last week.
Read the full story HERE.
Tongaat taps run dry leaving residents without water for days

Residents of Tongaat, Burbreeze and Maidstone were left without water for days last week, without explanation and apparently without help from their ward councillors.
Read the full story HERE.

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