The burden of apartheid: why SA is obligated to impose a coal embargo against Israel

Yesh Govender|Published

South Africa is at a moral crossroads, weighing its coal exports against the suffering of Palestinians. As protests grow stronger demanding a coal embargo, citizens ...

Rand manipulated by banks

Advocate Lavan Gopaul|Published

The alleged manipulation of the South African rand by major banks represents more than just a regulatory breach—it's a fundamental betrayal of trust with far-reaching ...

The family picnic

Sandy Kalyan|Updated

One in four people experience a mental health issue like depression, anxiety or eating disorders. Mental Health is the second largest pandemic in the world, yet ...

Breaking the chains: a survivor’s plea in Women’s Month

Vanessa Govender|Published

Vanessa Govender shares her harrowing journey as a survivor of gender-based violence, urging South Africa to confront the ongoing crisis that affects millions of ...

Celebrating Dr Juggie Pather: a life of commitment and cultural pride

Selvan Naidoo|Published

Dr Juggie Pather is a remarkable figure, who has dedicated his life to preserving South Africa's cultural heritage. His journey showcases not just individual triumphs ...

Sacred food, sacred health: how ritual meals connect culture, faith and gut wellbeing

Dr Rajendran Govender|Published

Explore how traditional fermented foods - once dismissed as antiquated - offer both cultural significance and tangible health benefits, reminding us of the sacred ...

'I learnt to speak up': The significance of being celebrated as a leading woman CEO

Jennifer Reddy|Published

Join top woman CEO Jennifer Reddy as she reflects on her incredible journey to becoming the Private Sector CEO of the Year 2025.

Gaza: the humanitarian crisis turning citizens against governments

Yeshelen Govender|Published

As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens, terms like nomicide and medicide emerge, shedding light on the brutality of the conflict and prompting a surge in international ...

What does it take for us to be outraged?

Dr Raymond Perrier|Updated

As vigilantes threaten access to healthcare at Addington Hospital, a dire situation unfolds—many patients are turned away at the gates, raising profound questions ...

When monitors lorded over the classroom

Yogin Devan|Published

In an era where the classroom is evolving, we delve into the disappearing role of class monitors.

eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality is in disarray, says SIU report

Zakhele Collison Ndlovu|Published

eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality faces scrutiny as the SIU exposes a web of corruption and mismanagement, raising questions about accountability and the future ...

You, SA and USA relations

Advocate Lavan Gopaul|Published

Tensions escalate between South Africa and the US as a contentious human rights report threatens to ripple through the economy.

Reclaiming Women’s Month: a call for real activism

Charlene Singh|Published

In a powerful call to action, WomanPact challenges us to remember that activism should never be a show for the privileged. This Women's Month, they remind us that ...

Forty years on: remembering the 1985 Inanda riots and the unhealed wounds of our province

Dr Jonathan Annipen|Published

As South Africa reflects on the Inanda riots of 1985, Dr Jonathan Annipen examines the enduring trauma and the urgent need for justice, reconciliation, and social ...

Dr Dori Moodley: the seeker who walks with books

Professor Nalini Moodley|Published

Join the celebration of Dr Dori Moodley’s insightful journey at the launch of his third book, where wisdom and community spirit converge.

Mapping an indentured labour route in South Africa

Selvan Naidoo|Published

Discover the untold stories of Indian indentured labourers as Selvan Naidoo unveils plans to map a significant historical route in South Africa, fostering recognition ...

Unbowed and unbroken: the Story of Indian women in South Africa

Dr Kathryn Pillay|Published

Explore the untold narratives of Indian women in South Africa, whose silent perseverance and indefatigable spirit have shaped their communities and history

Matric examinations: is it the window to the world?

Professor Vimolan Mudaly|Published

How do matric results affect South Africa's youth, and what do they really mean for the future? This column, by Professor Vimolan Mudalay, unpacks the complexities ...

South Africa, you have blood on your hands

Visvin Reddy|Published

The tragic murder of a four-year-old girl has exposed deep failures in South Africa's child protection systems, prompting urgent calls for reform, says Visvin Reddy. ...