Latest news: There have been unconfirmed reports of fatalities in the building collapse

Monishka Govender|Updated

Prem Balram, from Reaction Unit South Africa, has confirmed that five people have been rescued while seven still remain trapped.

Latest news: Vic Panday, founder of the New Ahobilam Temple of Protection in Verulam, is believed to be among the people ...

Post Reporter|Updated

Watch: CCTV footage captured the collapse of the temple

Community rallies for those trapped in Verulam temple disaster

Post Reporter|Updated

As rescue operations unfold in Verulam, the community holds its breath in hopes of a safe resolution.

Lifesaving South Africa launches nationwide Water Smart campaign for festive season

Monishka Govender|Published

Lifesaving South Africa launches its nationwide Water Smart campaign ahead of the festive season, aiming to maintain its record of zero drownings at patrolled beaches. ...

Breaking!!! Rescue efforts underway after River Range Ranch temple construction site in Verulam collapses

Yoshini Perumal|Published

It is believed that the priest from the temple is also among those trapped under the rubble

Minority Front leader Shameen Thakur-Rajbansi aims to transform eThekwini as 2026 mayoral candidate

Nadia Khan|Published

After an almost one-and-a-half year hiatus from politics, Minority Front (MF) leader, Shameen Thakur-Rajbansi is making a comeback as the party’s mayoral candidate ...

Faith leaders join forces to declare gender-based violence a spiritual crisis

Post Reporter|Published

In a groundbreaking move, faith leaders from diverse religious backgrounds united to address gender-based violence as a spiritual crisis, pledging transformative ...

A love forged in gold

Ravi Govender|Published

In a realm where legendary love stories often remain locked in the pages of history, this is a tale of real-life romance, rich with poetic nuance and profound connections. ...

A red-light means stop. Full stop

Yogin Devan|Published

Reflecting on the disheartening state of road safety in South Africa, this column calls for reassessment of traffic penalties that currently place lives at risk, ...

Good sleep, good life: the truth we forget every night

Rajyogi Brahma Kumar Nikunj Ji|Published

In a world where sleep often takes a backseat to active living, discover why prioritising rest may be the key to unlocking better health and well-being.

Raising the matric pass mark: a noble idea that overlooks harsh realities

Dr Rajendran Govender|Published

South Africa’s renewed call to raise the matric pass mark from 30% to 50% has reignited a national conversation about educational standards and expectations.

The ubuntu code for confronting the TikTok smear against SA's Indian community

Siva Naidoo|Published

In the face of rising divisive narratives, South Africa stands at a critical juncture. How will the nation reconcile its complex history and foster true unity in ...

Busting the bunny chow story

Kiru Naidoo|Published

What if the beloved bunny chow's origins are more intricate than we thought? Delve into the culinary history that uncovers the delicious link between South Africa ...

Independent Media hits back at Daily Maverick ‘misrepresentations’ over Competition Commission appeal

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Independent Media accuses Daily Maverick of hypocrisy in a heated exchange over the Competition Commission's MDPMI report, defending its constitutional right to ...

What are the implications of the killing of witnesses and whistleblowers?

Zakhele Collision Ndovu|Published

The chilling murder of a whistleblower shines a light on the pervasive corruption within South Africa’s law enforcement, raising troubling questions about the safety ...

The deadly triangle: how law enforcement fails South Africa's whistleblowers

ADVOCATE TSELISO THIPANYANE|Published

Recent revelations expose a dangerous collusion between South African law enforcement officials and criminal syndicates, endangering whistleblowers who expose corruption. ...

The hidden toll of tariffs and healthcare cuts on SA's vulnerable communities

Jennifer Reddy|Published

As South Africa faces the dual crisis of rising tariffs and dwindling health funding, the urgent need for action resonates throughout the nation, writes Jennifer ...

India win series, but SA bank vital Hockey World Cup takeaways in Cape Town

Rowan Callaghan|Published

A depleted SA squad gained crucial insights and depth as they completed their three-game run against the Asian champions.

Your December survival guide: the spending and recovery Bible

Sanjith Hannuman|Published

As the festive season approaches, remember the importance of financial prudence. Discover practical insights to break free from the cycle of overspending and awaken ...