The constitutional debate on voluntary euthanasia

Yoshini Perumal|Published

DOCTOR Suhayfa Bhamjee's research highlights the disconnect between South African criminal law and constitutional values regarding voluntary euthanasia, advocating ...

Legalising medically-assisted dying: Dignity SA's landmark court application

Yoshini Perumal|Published

DIGNITY SA has taken a bold step by filing a court application to declare the prohibition of assisted dying or euthanasia unconstitutional, advocating for the right ...

Husband relieved wife's alleged killer abandoned his bail bid but it won't bring her back

Nadia Khan|Published

A Pietermaritzburg man accused of stabbing and killing his ex-wife, Aleyka Shaik, has abandoned his bid for bail.

Newark community will gather today for the mass funeral of seven family members killed

Post Reporter|Published

" What happened to this family is unspeakable."

Suspect who strangled Merebank granny with a tie, escapes while under police guard

Yoshini Perumal|Published

A WOMAN linked to the murder of a Merebank grandmother and the robbery of another victim, has escaped from Wentworth Hospital while under police guard by the local ...

Suicide note: grieving Tongaat mother told to give divorce settlement money to girlfriend

Monishka Govender|Published

Nicole Govender speaks about death threats, and also hate, after the tragic loss of her daughters

WATCH: Faisal ul Rehman, road rage shooting victim buried in Pakistan

Monishka Govender|Published

The funeral of Faisal ul Rehman, a 48-year-old father of two tragically killed in a road rage incident in Emmarentia, Johannesburg, a week ago, was held in his hometown ...

Forty-five years of faith and service: The New Bible Deliverance Fellowship's journey in Phoenix

Nadia Khan|Published

In a testament to community resilience and faith, The New Bible Deliverance Fellowship in Greenbury, Phoenix, commemorates 45 years since the inaugural church building ...

Phoenix’s first temple stands strong as a beacon of faith and community support

Nadia Khan|Published

For nearly four decades, the Stonebridge Mariammen Temple in Phoenix has not only served as a sacred site for spiritual reflection but has also become a vital hub ...

Newark tragedy: mass funeral for victims on Sunday

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The funeral notice, posted on social media, read: " The beloved family will be deeply missed by family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing them."

Teenage boy throws boiling tea on mother in Verulam confrontation

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Rusa said the mother initially indicated her intention to pursue criminal charges but later declined, stating that she would seek the services of a social worker. ...

Calls for more parental responsibility in supporting pregnant schoolgirls

Yoshini Perumal|Published

AS NEW regulations for pregnant schoolgirls are finalised, school leaders call for greater parental involvement to ensure the wellbeing and academic progress of ...

Draft regulations support pregnant pupils in schools

Yoshini Perumal|Published

Under the proposed rules, pregnant pupils would be allowed to stay in school during pregnancy and return after giving birth.

Religious leaders oppose Dignity SA's drive for decriminalisation of medically-assisted dying

Yoshini Perumal|Published

RELIGIOUS leaders have vowed not to support Dignity SA’s court application for law reforms and to decriminalise medically assisted dying, claiming that this is viewed ...

Grandson allegedly attempted to smother his grandmother twice - following 'Born to Kill' order

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The man allegedly acted on the instructions from a group known as “BTK” (Born to Kill), and had to kill a family member to gain rank and recognition.

From Merebank to the Netherlands, Leigh Anne Naicker's poem honours Indian indentured labour

Monishka Govender|Published

At the 'Spirit of Bandung at 71' conference, Dr Leigh Anne Naicker unveiled her poignant poem 'Lament for Bent Backs', honouring the legacy of Indian indentured ...

“Ma’am, is a robot like a washing machine?” - pupil's curiosity sparks school's leap into digital age

Monishka Govender|Published

In a world where digital skills define success, Fambel Primary School is leading the charge against the technology gap.

BREAKING: tow truck driver shot and killed in Phoenix

Nadia Khan|Published

A tow truck driver was shot and killed in Phoenix on Friday afternoon.

In pictures: Premier Ntuli visits Monswamy family after tragic loss of seven family members in Newark

Post Reporter|Published

The provincial government resolved to confront violent crime and ensure that justice was served for the victims.