Politics 13 October 2026, 10:52 via IOL

KZN Premier stands firm on military deployment amid protests

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli says he has no regrets about requesting military support amid unrest, while the Afrika Mayibuye Movement has urged him to withdraw the call.

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