When a child doesn’t pass a school or tertiary year: coping for the child and the parent
Academic failure is a difficult experience for both students and parents. Discover how to navigate setbacks with compassion and resilience, transforming a moment ...
What lies beyond the hype of matric results
As South Africa's youth navigate a challenging post-matric landscape filled with barriers and opportunities, discover how innovative pathways in education and employment ...
Top marks: Manzil Harikaran-Giandev earns 11 distinctions in academic excellence
Crawford Schools celebrate exceptional 2025 IEB matric results with 100% pass rates. Star student Manzil Harikaran-Giandev leads with 11 distinctions including a ...
Outstanding achievers: Durban Girls' College triplets among matriculants securing 100% pass rate with 314 distinctions
Durban Girls' College celebrates outstanding IEB results with a 100% pass rate, 314 distinctions, and multiple top achievers, including outstanding performers Alaya ...
eThekwini investigation: staff caught grooming while residents wait in service queue
A viral video showing eThekwini municipal employees styling each other's hair while residents wait in service queues has sparked public outrage and prompted an urgent ...
Shed fire spreads to destroy vehicle and damage sentimental family home
An uninsured family home in Havenside, Chatsworth has suffered extensive damage after a fire broke out in an unauthorized shed on the property. The blaze, which ...
Phoenix honours community pillars at inaugural Unsung Local Heroes Awards
At the inaugural Unsung Local Heroes Awards, the Phoenix Civic and Ratepayers Association celebrated the tireless efforts of local volunteers, recognising their ...
Cornubia Industrial Park: security heightened amid shutdown threats
THE police and KZN VIP security company have been deployed to Cornubia Industrial Park following threats of a business shutdown over alleged unfair labour practices. ...
Harvesting gratitude across cultures: Pongal and Umkhosi Wokweshwama
As Pongal approaches, the global Tamil community is preparing to celebrate an age-old tradition rich with meaning. This festival echoes the sentiments found in the ...
Shopping centre manager among 54 arrested for drunk driving in Chatsworth
The others arrested include an accountant, operations manager, engineer, taxi driver, sales director and document controller
IEB announces impressive 2025 NSC results with a pass rate of 98.31%
The IEB's announcement of the 2025 NSC examination results reflects unwavering academic excellence, with a pass rate of 98.31% and a commitment to inclusivity in ...
South Africa at a turning point: what does 2026 hold for a nation fraught with division?
As 2026 approaches, South Africa stands at a pivotal fork in the road, burdened by deep-seated divisions and governance challenges. Can the nation emerge united ...
Could South Africa be next after Venezuela?
In the wake of American aggression in Venezuela, South Africa stands at a crossroads, faced with the urgent need for unity and vigilance. This article examines the ...
Can you feel it?
As South Africa steps into 2026, this column explores the waves of change that resonate through a nation grappling with both corruption and resilience. With a tale ...
Mayor Xaba must apologise for his Grinches
In a world increasingly driven by consumerism, let us revive the lost art of simple kindness and reclaim the joy of connecting with our fellow humans, writes Yogin ...
Starvation as policy: how Israel’s aid blockade deepens the genocide in Gaza
As Israel tightens its grip on humanitarian aid in Gaza, the world watches a catastrophe unfold—a deliberate strategy that leaves millions vulnerable to starvation, ...
India's economic surge: lessons for South Africa in navigating growth and opportunity
As India surges to economic prominence, what lessons can South Africa learn from its ascent?