Old is gold: DJ Vishal still spinning the tracks after four decades

Rakesh Ramdhin|Published

For over four decades, DJ Vishal has been the heartbeat of Durban's bhangra and Bollywood party scene.

From cupcakes to compassion: how Verulam's poorest schools support cancer care

Rakesh Ramdhin|Published

DESPITE limited resources, two Verulam primary schools raised over R9 000 for their local hospice through creative fundraising initiatives, proving that generosity ...

The Banana Bandits of Durban

JERALD DANASEKERA VEDAN|Published

IN CERTAIN parts of Chatsworth and Durban, you don’t need a morning radio news bulletin to know what’s going on, you just look out your window. There, on the roof, ...

IMAGINE BEING SHIPPED TO BRASIL

Kiru Naidoo|Published

I USED to wake up earlier than usual on a Friday morning to watch Kesavan's mother towel-drying her hair. Chances are that I was around five or six at the time. ...

Silverglen's enduring love story: 8 years after the murder that shocked Chatsworth

Rakesh Ramdhin|Updated

This is the story of enduring love in the face of unspeakable tragedy, as the former teacher maintains an unbreakable bond with his late wife Gona, 66, who had retired ...

Phoenix initiative brings hope to Gaza's orphaned children

Rachel Vadi|Updated

A NEWLY established Durban-based non-profit, Bayt Al Mansiy, is launching a shoe collection drive for the estimated 50,000 children orphaned in Gaza. Founded by ...

How routine testing saved a cancer support group founder

Rachel Vadi|Published

VINIYADIAN Reddy, 75, the founder of the Woodview Cancer Support Group (WCSG), discovered his own prostate cancer during a routine wellness check. Now in recovery, ...

Watch VideoWatch: Phoenix ‘super heroes’ make a splash at Red Bull Flugtag

Rachel Vadi|Published

The team comprised pilot and craft builder Muhammad Sherriff, captain Subesh Deonarain, choreographer Kaylan Roopraj, costume designer Charlene Naidoo, spokesperson, ...

Phoenix syndicate ‘conspired’ with dealership employee to steal a car

Yoshini Perumal|Published

Six Phoenix men were arrested within hours of allegedly conspiring with a dealership employee to steal a brand new Hyundai i20 worth R330 000 from an Umhlanga dealership. ...

Free cataract surgeries bring hope to patients on government waiting list

Post Reporter|Published

In a touching tribute to humanity, a group of medical professionals took it upon themselves to change lives through free cataract surgeries, allowing patients to ...

Trust at the wheel: KZN's blind navigator rally inspires community

Rakesh Ramdhin|Published

(KZNBDS) fifth Blind Navigator Rally paired visually impaired navigators with sighted drivers to navigate routes using only Braille instructions.

Ragged-tooth sharks: hotspots for diving and ethical angling

Jace Govender|Published

As a marine enthusiast, Jace Govender shares his knowledge about encountering ragged-tooth sharks, also known as sand tiger or grey nurse sharks, in South Africa. ...

Zulu powers Verulam Sporting to commanding victory

Rakesh Ramdhin|Updated

Verulam Sporting delivered a masterclass performance in the scorching heat, thrashing Longcroft Falcons 5-0 with Lungelo 'Myamfu' Zulu completing a hat-trick. With ...

Kharwastan matric pupils balance faith and academics for success

Rakesh Ramdhin|Published

As Kharwastan Secondary’s pupils take on this defining milestone, their words echo the values of hard work, humility, and hope that continue to shape the community. ...

Families' mission to honour giving giants

Rakesh Ramdhin|Updated

In Durban, a powerful family-led initiative is transforming lives by honouring the legacy of two iconic community leaders. Discover how ' Hands that SSServe' is ...

Home is best

Dr Sandy Kalyan|Published

Dr Sandy Kalyan celebrated Diwali with her son and his American family in Los Angeles. Although she had a wonderful time, she confessed that celebrating at home ...

A family's labour of love

Rakesh Ramdhin|Updated

In a world where sports dreams often remain just dreams, Semal Pillay' s cricketing journey stands as a beacon of hope; a reminder that with talent, support, and ...

CHILLIBITE BORN IN BELLAIR ROAD

Kiru Naidoo|Published

AUNTY May, the once ravishing dressmaker, who tells anyone who stops to listen that she was robbed of the Spring Queen title in the 1968 garment factory beauty contest ...

The seeds of time: our spicy heritage

Jerald Vedan|Published

LONG before takeaways and tikka franchises, our ancestors arrived in 1860 with courage, conviction, and curry leaves. This is the story of how they planted more ...