Children can’t wait: South Africa’s delay on the sex offender register is a betrayal

Dr Shaheda Omar|Published

The urgent debate on child safety and repeat offenders punctuates the inadequacies in South Africa’s approach to child protection. As the public awaits a transparent ...

The gamble that never pays: the quiet epidemic crushing SA's Indian communities

Professor Aradhana Ramnund-Mansingh|Published

As gambling addiction surges through South Africa' s Indian communities, the consequences spread beyond finances, sinking roots into the very heart of familial and ...

Resurgence in KZN: investments catalyse provincial optimism

Ebrahim Patel|Updated

KZN is undergoing a significant transformation, characterised by a surge of renewed optimism after a period marked by economic uncertainty and cautious anticipation. ...

My mother, my queen

Ravi Govender|Published

Join Ravi Govender on a heartfelt journey of remembrance as we explore the cherished lessons of kindness and discipline from a mother who shaped her family’s values ...

The silent epidemic of bullying: a call for action in schools

Professor Vimolan Mudaly|Published

Bullying in schools is not an inevitable part of growing up; it’s a preventable crisis that demands immediate action. Explore the profound consequences of bullying ...

A life committed to upliftment

Nirode Bramdaw|Published

Discover how PB Singh, a humble pioneer in special education, transformed the lives of thousands of South Africans and left a legacy that inspires future generations. ...

The forgotten jar: why pickle no longer sits at our table

Yogin Devan|Published

Join Yogin Devan in exploring the fading significance of pickle-making in KZN, where culinary heritage meets modernity, and discover how the art of pickling can ...

A Chatsworth mother's quest for justice in 'drunk driving' case

DR SHARONA DEONARAIN|Published

After losing her daughter to an alleged drunk driver, Dr Sharona Deonarain uncovers disturbing evidence of alleged police misconduct at Chatsworth SAPS. From claims ...

Justice in the balance: has advocate Shamila Batohi delivered on her promise to fix the NPA?

Professor Nirmala Gopal|Published

As advocate Shamila Batohi' s tenure as the National Director of Public Prosecutions draws to a close in January 2026, Professor Nirmala Gopal explores the triumphs ...

As one door closes, another opens

Dennis Pather|Published

From the streets of Durban’s Casbah to the halls of international justice, the legacy of writer Aziz Hassim lives on through his daughter Adila, whose powerful advocacy ...

Each woman's story is a building block for resilience and growth

Purpose|Published

From fighting apartheid to taking law outside of the courtrooms to make it more accessible, Judge Mohini Moodley' s career is a masterclass in using law as a tool ...

" Go back to India”: the cry of ignorance in a nation that should know better

Jerald Vedan|Published

As South Africans of Indian origin celebrate Diwali, they continue to face the painful rhetoric of ' Go back to India, writes Jerald Vedan.

Am I a terrorist?

Dr Fatima Hendricks|Published

A former member of the Global Sumud Flotilla shares their experience; a story that challenges the narrative surrounding the humanitarian mission and advocates for ...

Down syndrome is just an extra chromosome

Previn Vedan|Published

On National Down Syndrome Day, South Africa faced a critical question: will we continue to marginalise those with intellectual disabilities or embrace Mandela's ...

A message of light and community

Arthur Thamsanqa Ntuli|Published

As the Hindu community celebrates Diwali, the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, I extend warmest greetings to all.

Celebrating Kasturba Gandhi: the silent strength behind Mahatma’s movement

Ela Gandhi|Published

The bust of Kasturba Gandhi, the wife of Mahatma Gandhi, was unveiled on Friday at the Phoenix Settlement in Inanda. The event was hosted by the Consulate General ...

“The light within”

Professor Ashwin Desai and Professor Goolam Vahed|Published

Discover how Indian indentured labourers shaped their cultural identity in colonial Natal, overcoming brutality and discrimination to celebrate their heritage through ...

Diwali – an opportunity for introspection and lighting up the lives of others

Professor Brij Maharaj|Published

As the lights of Diwali begin to twinkle, let’s reflect on our shared duty to uplift each other, ensuring that our celebrations resonate with the essence of humanity ...

The Global Sumud Flotilla and the South Africans who sailed with it

Yesh Govender|Published

In a striking display of courage, six South African activists challenge oppression at sea, embodying humanity’s hope for a just and peaceful resolution in Palestine. ...