Followers are deeply saddened as they mourn the loss of Ausi Velemina

 By Onthatile Mahlangu 

Fans are left shocked shocked by the sudden news of Aus Velemina's passing.

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Fans are in mourning following the untimely death of Ausi Velemina, a beloved influencer and TikTok sensation. Ausi Velemina, whose real name is Lebogang Ledwaba, passed away at the age of 31, leaving his fans shocked and saddened.

Born and raised in the vibrant townships of Atteridgeville and Mamelodi in Pretoria, Ausi Velemina's journey to fame began with a single video that showcased his comedic genius.

According to his manager Jerome Sachane, Ausi Velemina departed after a brief illness in the early hours of Wednesday.

Sachane, who recognized Ausi Velemina talent from the start, became his manager alongside K p Ash-ga 1. Together, they collaborated on projects that showcased Ausi Velemina's unique blend of humour and musical talent.

 One such project was the hit song Ditshele, which highlighted Ausi Velemina's ability to effortlessly freestyle jokes both in and out of the studio.

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Beyond entertainment, Ausi Velemina was known for his generosity and willingness to support various causes, businesses, NGOs, and fellow artists.

 His multifaceted approach to content creation, combining comedy, music, DJing, and MCing, set him apart from other influencers and endeared him to a wide audience of all ages.

His manager Sachane said, "He remains a legend, inspiring aspiring artists to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams and leaves behind a legacy that extends far beyond entertainment.”

Ausi Velemina survived by his mother, grandmother, and sister. Flowers will be dropped off on the 18th of April 2024.

The burial ceremony will take place on the 20th of April 2024, in Mamelodi East, at 948 Mokopa Street, where friends, family, and fans will bid farewell to this beloved figure.

Durban residents deem water scarcity as routine

 By Onthatile Mahlangu

Durban residents say they have adapted to endure long periods without water.

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Residents of Durban in KwaZulu Natal, find themselves grappling with yet another episode of water scarcity.

The situation reoccurred on Thursday.

Siyabonga Mnisi a resident, said the absence of water in their area has become a daily ordeal and sadly it is nothing new.

They have adapted to this crisis and accepted the fact that little can be done.

Mnisi said during water outages, they patiently await its eventual return. If they are lucky enough a water truck arrives.

“Going without water for two weeks has become common.”

Conversely, some residents voiced their frustrations at the dire situation.

Phiwokhuhle Duma said the inability to access water deeply frustrates her.

 “It slows down basic activities like personal hygiene and maintaining a clean household," Duma added.

Despite diligently paying water bills, rates, and levies, she feels dissatisfied with the municipality's inability to fulfill this essential need.

Duma emphasized that the municipality must prioritize infrastructure development to mitigate such recurring challenges.

“The frequent lack of water highlights problems with the city's infrastructure.”

Attempts to seek clarification or responses from the eThekwini municipality were unsuccessful at the time of publication.