Land Battles and Looted Millions: Unpacking the Pietermaritzburg High Court Ruling and the KDM Heist Saga

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Join us on another episode of Uncensored as we analyse and unpack the latest Pietermaritzburg High Court ruling on the ongoing land eviction in Ballito. We’ll break down the biased narratives, the real impact on communities and landowners, and what this ruling potentially means for the future of urban development in KwaDukuza. Plus, the saga behind KDM's R35.7 million heist continues—who's involved, and what are the latest developments? Don't miss out on Uncensored, the show where we highlight critical issues that affect our region.

27 Mar English South Africa News · News Commentary

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