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. ...

Palestine's Murdered Children: 18,000 Names We Must Never Forget

IOL|Published

IOL and Independent Media pay tribute to the 18,000 Palestinian children murdered by Israel since October 7, 2023.

Ungenaphi? Where to from here?

Shaakira Davood|Published

From inadequate housing to failing healthcare systems - where to from here, asks the writer.

A South African woman's call to action: defying the statistics, embracing our power

Pria Hassan|Published

In a nation battling deep-seated inequalities, South African women are rising as powerful change-makers, says advocate Pria Hassan.

Honouring Indian women’s invisible labour in apartheid South Africa

Dr Aradhana Ramnund-Mansingh|Published

Discover the incredible yet often unrecognised role Indian women played in shaping informal economies during apartheid South Africa.

The echoes of humanity: Gaza, the Auschwitz of our times

Vanessa Govender|Published

As the crisis in Palestine unfolds, urgent action becomes imperative. The world must meet this moment with compassion and resilience, refusing to allow history’s ...

The Inanda 1985 Riots: a community's struggle and resilience

Narendh Ganesh|Updated

The Inanda 1985 riots marked a tragic turning point in the relationship between Indian and black communities in South Africa.  NARENDH GANESH recounts the events ...

The travesty of delayed recognition and the unending Palestinian genocide

Usuf Chikte|Published

Devastating reports from Gaza illustrate an escalating humanitarian catastrophe as starvation and violence sweep through the region.

Make your memory lanes pleasant notes

Ravi Govender|Published

As we reflect on our past and the memories we cherish, it's crucial to embrace our cultural roots and values to build a brighter future.

No fences make better neighbourhoods

Yogin Devan|Published

In the age of social media, have our connections with neighbours dwindled? Explore how simple acts of kindness and shared meals can restore communal bonds and transform ...

The Name is China, Sam China

Ashwin Desai and Goolam Vahed|Published

Intrigued by the story of Sam China? Discover how this remarkable man transformed South African football and built a legacy that continues to resonate today

While you sleep, India and China are stealing the future

Sanjith Hannuman|Published

As Asia races ahead in AI technology, South Africa grapples with its place in the digital future.

Embracing oneness: a call for inclusive dialogue

Siva Naidoo|Published

The National Dialogue, announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, will start with a National Convention on August 15, followed by a second national convention in 2026. ...

The water crisis in eThekwini: a violation of human rights

Dr Jonathan Annipen|Published

As eThekwini grapples with a spiralling water crisis, the consequences extend far beyond the inconvenience of empty taps.

Honorary doctorates: a double-edged sword for academia

Professor Dasarath Chetty|Published

In a landscape where honorary degrees can elevate status but potentially undermine academic credibility, South Africa faces pressing questions: Who truly deserves ...

Navigating the complexities of higher education: the path ahead for Buti Manamela

Professor Suriamurthee Maistry|Published

South Africa's new higher education minister Buti Manamela steps into a tumultuous landscape after the fallout from his predecessor's tenure. Can he rise to the ...