From teacher to the SABC: the inspiring story of Fakir Hassen

Nadia Khan|Published

Fakir Hassen reflects on his remarkable journey as a reporter and author, celebrating the rich history of South Africa's Indian community. With 37 books to his name ...

Understanding maternal mental health: the silent struggle of mothers

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As we mark World Suicide Prevention Month this September, stakeholders have shed the light on the silent suffering of mothers as they battle maternal mental health ...

A mother’s journey from battling postpartum depression to finding herself again

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“Once family and friends left and the home became quiet, the reality set in”

Join the Durban 48 Hour Film Project and tell your story

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Aspiring filmmakers are encouraged to participate in the Durban 48 Hour Film Project, an international competition set to take place from October 10 to 12.

Environmental justice organisations win appeal against Eskom's gas project

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IN a significant victory for environmental justice, the Supreme Court of Appeal has overturned Eskom's environmental authorisation for a 3,000MW gas power plant ...

Coal dust pollution plagues Richards Bay residents

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RICHARDS Bay residents are fighting a losing battle against pervasive coal dust from the port's storage terminal, forcing them to clean their homes multiple times ...

Former Verulam cop’s 'corrupt relationship' with crime boss leads to jail time

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AN ALLEGED underworld crime boss who paid over a hundred thousand rands to a high-ranking former KwaZulu-Natal police officer, has been sentenced to seven years ...

Integrating mental health into physiotherapy: Dr Marilyn Hooblaul's vision for change

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Dr Marilyn Hooblaul's groundbreaking research at UKZN introduces a framework for integrating mental health into physiotherapy training, addressing significant gaps ...

Fun walk to support children's palliative care

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The fun walk aims to raise awareness about the importance of providing specialised care for children suffering from life-limiting illnesses.

The legacy of Amichand Nirajan Rajbansi: a political journey from humble beginnings to leadership

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In South Africa, few figures have left a mark as indelible as the founder and leader of the Minority Front, the late Amichand Nirajan Rajbansi, who was born in Clairwood ...

18 years on: Dylan Biyela shares his journey of surviving childhood cancer

Nadia Khan|Updated

Dylan Biyela's message to children with cancer is to remain hopeful and to never give up.

Leah Naidoo: a journey from cancer diagnosis to recovery

Nadia Khan|Published

Four years after being diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Leah Naidoo has been given a new lease on life and is thriving.

Religious leaders weigh in on men having the option to take their wives' surnames

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Religious leaders have weighed in on a groundbreaking judgment in the highest court in the land, whereby men will now have the option to assume their wife's surname. ...

Electricity tariffs set to rise further after R54 billion 'error'

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Residents and businesses will face additional electricity tariff increases of 3. 4% and 2. 64% in 2026/27 and 2027/28 respectively, following a R54 billion calculation ...

eThekwini Municipality's infrastructure surcharge extension sparks outrage

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The eThekwini Municipality has approved a two-year extension of the R1. 50 per kilolitre infrastructure surcharge despite fierce opposition from ratepayers, civic ...

Court grants final interdict against high-ranking police officer accused of sending “death threats”

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A high court judge has granted a final restraining order against a high-ranking police officer accused of sending “death threats” to a man and his family after he ...

Retired lecturer loses R500 000 in city's 'lower income' housing scam

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It has been five years and my legal fees are over R50 000. If this continues I would have used up all of my retirement savings, then what will I do, questioned the ...

Councillor proposes municipal-debt amnesty to offer “fresh start” for struggling families

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“Mothers and fathers are forced to choose between paying for electricity or putting food on the table. Children go to bed hungry while small businesses, which are ...

Merebank community voices frustration over the "lack of service delivery"

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Residents and business owners in ward 75 in Merebank have expressed their frustration over alleged inadequate municipal services, highlighting ongoing issues such ...

Forum, welfare addresses fund allocation concerns

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The Tongaat Hindu Unity Forum and Tongaat Child Welfare Society have denied allegations of mismanagement.

One year after the Tongaat tornado: a call for accountability on relief funds

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More than a year after the devastating tornado in Tongaat, residents are questioning the allocation of over a million rand in donations meant for relief efforts. ...

Survey reveals rising concerns over crime in communities

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Despite decreases in house-break-ins, murders, and theft of motor vehicles in the past five years, South Africans continue to face significant safety challenges ...

The pandemic of gender-based violence and sexual violations: a call for action

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AS South Africa grapples with an alarming surge in sexual offences and gender-based violence (GBV), some organisations have described it as nothing short of a pandemic. ...

The remarkable life of veteran show promoter and cultural activist ‘Pinky Mothie’

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In commemoration of Heritage Month this September, Pinglawathie “Pinky Mothie” Doorghepersadh, the director of Big M Productions, shared her journey in show promotions, ...

‘Organ transplant gave me a second chance at life’

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Almost six months ago, Mahendran Naicker received a kidney transplant which he said had given him a second chance at life after he suffered renal failure.