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. ...

Mount Vernon’s joy: a daughter’s witness

Arvashni Seeripat|Published

The loss of a loved one often leads to unexpected reflections and realizations about our own lives, says Arvashni Seeripat.

Here’s what South Africa’s new parental leave judgment means for us all

Previn Vedan|Published

In a historic ruling, South Africa's Constitutional Court reshapes parental leave laws, challenging outdated norms and promoting equality for all caregivers, paving ...

From dentures to apertures and adventures

Ravi Govender|Published

Get ready to delve into the extraordinary tale of Eubulus Timothy - a dental surgeon with a cinematic flair.

Let's reframe Diwali for all South Africans

Yogin Devan|Published

As South Africa approaches Diwali, could the Festival of Lights transform into a vibrant celebration of unity that transcends boundaries?

Beyond the margins: rethinking Bharatha Natyam in South Africa

Saranya Devan|Published

As the discussion surrounding cultural identity and integration intensifies, the South African expression of Bharatha Natyam promises to serve as both a mirror to ...

Twentieth G20 for a fractured globe

Advocate Lavan Gopaul|Published

The G20 Summit in Johannesburg this November could redefine global economic alliances or signal further fragmentation. Will leaders come together to address pressing ...

Lieutenant-General Mkhwanazi’s claims expose the rot in our leadership

Zakhele Collision Ndlovu|Published

With shocking allegations of corruption at the highest levels of government, South Africa teeters on the edge of a crisis. The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry may ...

Guided by the Global Governance Initiative: Jointly Shaping a Just and Equitable International Order

Ambassador Jiang Feng|Published

The Global Governance Initiative is set to reshape international relations as the G20 Summit approaches in Johannesburg, writes Ambassador Jiang Feng.

'Longing to belong'

Betty Govinden|Published

Ashwin Desai and Goolam Vahed's groundbreaking book, Belonging, offers a profound exploration of identity and history, reshaping our understanding of the Indian ...

The journey of the first indentured ship, the Truro

Selvan Naidoo|Updated

This Sunday marks 165 years since the SS Truro's historic voyage from India to South Africa, carrying the first group of indentured workers whose legacy continues ...

The R44. 7 million Mabuza estate battle: when a financial decision changes everything

Sanjith Hannuman|Published

The battle over David Mabuza's R44. 7 million pension reveals critical failures in estate planning, illuminating a complex web of familial obligations, financial ...

The Relaunch of the Minority Front: a legacy renewed for the future

Shameen Thakur-Rajbansi|Published

In a powerful revival, the relaunch of the Minority Front symbolises a bold step towards renewed representation for South Africa's Indian community, honouring the ...

KZN mortuaries in crisis: hundreds of bodies remain unclaimed for years

DR IMRAN KEEKA|Published

KZN mortuaries are storing hundreds of unclaimed bodies dating back to 2012, with some from the 2021 insurrection and 2022 floods still awaiting burial. This crisis ...

Charting a path for South Africa’s economic renewal

Ebrahim Patel|Published

SOUTH Africa’s economic landscape faces momentous challenges, as underscored recently by the imposition of United States tariffs on South African goods which has ...