'Cheated': Pupils given chicken strips and chips at R900 a ticket matric ball

Xolile Mtembu|Published

A furious parent has launched a scathing attack on a school after this year's matric ball, claiming learners were left 'cheated' out of a milestone night despite ...

Hantavirus contact tracing underway in SA: 50 of the 82 passengers on the Airlink flight traced

Karen Singh|Published

SOUTH African health authorities are tracing contacts following a hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, which has resulted in eight cases and ...

The inspiring journey of Novashni Chetty, the chief operating officer at The Sharks

Nadia Khan|Published

In South African rugby circles, Novashni Chetty is a prominent figure, serving not only as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The Sharks but also as a beacon of ...

Retired engineer awarded R2.8 million after serious fall at SAPS vehicle pound

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A retired civil engineer has been awarded more than R2.8 million in damages after suffering serious injuries in a fall at a South African Police Service (SAPS) vehicle ...

Newark massacre: a callous act of greed that demands unyielding justice

Published

The tragic Newark massacre has sent shockwaves through KwaZulu-Natal, uniting diverse communities in mourning and calling for urgent action against the surge in ...

Seven coffins. One empty house. Zero excuses

Sanjith Hannuman|Published

The devastating loss of seven family members family demands answers and calls for action from all levels of leadership in South Africa.

At 25 Dr Phumelele Basi breaks barriers as UKZN'S youngest PhD graduate

Post Reporter|Published

Dr Phumelele Basi, at just 25, has achieved a remarkable milestone as the youngest PhD graduate at UKZN's Autumn graduation, inspiring future generations in gender ...

Seatides author launches children’s book inspired by Borneo wildlife

Monishka Govender|Published

Discover how Moonilal Chablal, a passionate wildlife conservationist, transformed his love for storytelling into a children's book that educates young readers about ...

Illegal connections: residents of Edendale face years without electricity due to outstanding Eskom fines

Bongani Hans|Published

Residents of Edendale, Pietermaritzburg, face ongoing electricity shortages due to damaged transformers and fines imposed by Eskom, raising concerns as local elections ...

Two Durban friends die of carbon monoxide poisoning after using a gas heater to keep warm

Yoshini Perumal|Published

TWO best friends, who road-tripped to Cape Town to attend a music festival, died from carbon monoxide poisoning from a gas heater they had used to keep warm while ...

Watch VideoDurban City and Stellenbosch split points after nail biting draw

Jehran Naidoo|Published

Durban City and Stellenbosch FC locked horns in nail biting 0-0 draw at a soaking wet Chatsworth Stadium on Friday night.

Mumbai family die after eating poisoned watermelon

IANS|Published

The toxicology and other scientific reports from the Forensic Science Laboratory confirmed the presence of zinc phosphide - a dark grey, crystalline compound used ...

Desperately seeking answers: Grief stricken family of M4 crash victim calls for witness accounts

Monishka Govender|Published

The family of Kevar Gopichund, one of three young men killed in a tragic M4 crash, is appealing for witnesses to come forward as they seek answers about the circumstances ...

Landmark ruling: SCA upholds appointment of DA councillor Shamila Sookhraj in Umdoni Municipality

Nadia Khan|Published

THE Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) of South Africa has delivered a landmark judgment affirming the rights of political parties in the appointment of members to municipal ...

Westville Primary's Ashton Singh shines at African Spelling Bee champs

Monishka Govender|Published

Thirteen-year-old Ashton Singh from Westville Senior Primary School impresses at the African Spelling Bee Championships, securing second place and sharing insights ...

The divine messages for each zodiac sign: a guide to navigating life's challenges

Dashina Kalicharan|Published

Astrology serves as a lens through which we can view our potential for growth and transformation.

If it were a man, would it still be funny?

Gaishrie Sharon Singh|Published

In exploring the complexities of professional interactions, we uncover an urgent call for change. This column delves deep into the subtle dynamics that often go ...

When everything becomes a judgement

Rubene Ramdas|Published

In a society quick to judge women based on fleeting impressions, this column urges readers to reconsider their perceptions and embrace the complexity of each person’s ...

The power of choice: why financial freedom is the first step to real freedom

Lisa Sukdev|Published

In a society quick to question why women don’t leave abusive relationships, the real conversation should focus on empowerment and financial independence, writes ...