JUST IN: Truck crash and diesel spillage cause total road closure of N1

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JOHANNESURG - Following the earlier motor vehicle accident involving two trucks on the N1 South before Maraisburg Road, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has confirmedt that all lanes of the N1 South are closed to traffic. According to JMPD, this closure is necessary to allow emergency personnel to safely manage the scene and clear the diesel spillage and overturned vehicle. "Three slight injuries have been reported, and one of the trucks has overturned, spilling diesel. Emergency personnel and Law Enforcement are on scene, and initially, three lanes were affected and closed off, causing heavy delays. "All lanes of the N1 South are currently closed before Maraisburg Road. Vehicles are being diverted at Gordon Road. Significant and heavy traffic congestion is being experienced on the N1 South and surrounding areas," said JMPD. The estimated time for the scene to be cleared and the N1 South to be reopened is approximately 4 hours. Motorists...
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KZN Premier mourns the passing of renowned journalist Paddy Harper

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DURBAN - KwaZulu-Natal Premier Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli has expressed profound sadness and extends heartfelt condolences to the family, colleagues, and loved ones of Paddy Harper, a veteran political journalist and political editor of the Mail & Guardian, who passed away on Saturday morning in Durban.  

Paddy Harper was a towering figure in South African journalism, known for his fearless commitment to speaking truth to power, his unwavering ethical standards, and his incisive and thought-provoking commentary. Over his illustrious career, he earned the respect and admiration of both the media industry and political spheres.  

"Paddy Harper’s passing is a great loss to journalism and to the nation. His fearless reporting and sharp wit shaped political discourse and held those in power accountable. Paddy was a beacon of integrity and a voice of truth in a challenging and ever-changing media landscape," said Premier Ntuli.  

Harper’s contributions to the *Mail & Guardian* were unparalleled, regularly producing front-page stories that set the national agenda and sparked important conversations. His weekly column, affectionately known as “Paddy’s column,” became a staple for readers seeking insightful and sardonic perspectives on political developments.  

“KwaZulu-Natal mourns the loss of one of its finest sons. Paddy Harper’s legacy as a journalist of impeccable character and unmatched talent will endure. On behalf of the Provincial Government and the people of KwaZulu-Natal, I extend my deepest sympathies to Paddy’s family, friends, and the entire *Mail & Guardian* team during this difficult time,” Premier Ntuli added.  

The Premier noted that Paddy Harper’s work not only informed and inspired but also challenged leaders to reflect and strive for accountability and justice. His legacy as a journalist with unimpeachable ethics will remain a guiding light for generations to come.  

As the province comes to terms with this monumental loss, the KZN government honors the indelible mark Paddy Harper left on journalism and the role he played in shaping a better South Africa.  

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