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From a hippo that spent Tuesday morning swimming and sunbathing at Alkantstrand in Richards Bay to a payment date change announced by SASSA, here are the most-read stories from around Zululand this week

SASSA payment date changes for July
Beneficiaries of pension and disability grants will be paid on 3 July and all other grants from 6 July


https://www.citizen.co.za/zululand-observer/227770/sassa-payment-date-changes-for-july/

Stolen cattle recovered in bushes
The Zululand stock theft unit was following a tip-off when they recovered the stolen animals


https://www.citizen.co.za/zululand-observer/227866/stolen-cattle-recovered-in-bushes/

Dodgy drive for Richards Bay’s night shift workers
Massive potholes on Dune Road in Meerensee wreak havoc for drivers


https://www.citizen.co.za/zululand-observer/227656/dodgy-drive-for-richards-bays-night-shift-workers/

WATCH: Hippo takes a dip in the sea at Richards Bay
Making the most of an empty beach that remains closed to human bathers


https://www.citizen.co.za/zululand-observer/227649/watch-hippo-takes-a-dip-in-the-sea-at-richards-bay/

Mtubatuba farm comes under attack by angry community
Around 200 residents from the neighbouring community set fire to homesteads and equipment this afternoon


https://www.citizen.co.za/zululand-observer/227565/mtubatuba-farm-comes-under-attack-by-angry-community/

 

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Tamlyn Jolly

With a background in publishing in the UK, Tamlyn has been in the news industry since 2013, working her way up from journalist to sub-editor. She holds a diploma in journalism from the London School of Journalism. Tamlyn has a passion for hard environmental news, and has covered many such stories during her time at the Zululand Observer. She is passionate about the written word and helping others polish their skill.
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