Egypt s Peace and Development Proposal for Gaza Gains Traction

Arab leaders and their regional body the Arab League may have finally done something right. They have rallied to endorse Egypt and its President Abdel Fattah El Sisi’s post-war plan for the...

Bus Crash in Ekurhuleni Gauteng takes 16 lives

Tragedy struck when a bus capsized in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng on Tuesday. Sixteen lives were lost. President Cyril Ramaphosa sent his condolences to the injured and the families of the deceased. The...

Al-Ansaar Foundation Brings Hope & Relief to Communities in Need!

On Sunday, March 9, 2025, the Al-Ansaar Foundation and its dedicated team once again set out to serve those in need through our Sunday Feeding – Week 2 Distribution. It was a day filled with...

Durban Criminals Charged Woman in Cannabis Operation and Man for Public Violence

In an ongoing operation by the Hawkes – Durban Serious Organized Crime Investigation – have arrested a seventh suspect for dealing in the trade of cannabis. The woman, Marrissa Lee Robertson, 26...

Trump threatens Gaza with death refuses Arab Nations’ Proposal for Reconstruction

US President Donald Trump does not mince his words. On Wednesday the White House’s controversial occupant threatened further destruction of the Gaza Strip if remaining Israeli hostages are not...

Lebanese President meets MBS in Riyadh

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun travelled to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Monday the third of March. He met with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Muhammad bin Salman – better known as MBS – the...

Spreading Hope and Warmth in the First Week of Ramadaan Feeding

The Al Ansaar Foundation has done it yet again! With hearts full of compassion and hands ready to serve, we successfully completed the first week of our Sunday Ramadaan Feeding Initiative—a mission...

After German Elections African Nations Weary of Emigration restrictions

Germany is known for its divisive Parliamentary elections. No party has won an outright majority in the Federal Bundestag (German Parliament). Instead, the country has been led by successive coalition...

Load Shedding Suspended by Eskom

 Loadshedding, the least unpopular method by the government to conserve South Africa’s energy reserves has been suspended. In a statement, the power utility said load shedding has largely been...

KwaZulu Natal Shaken by Scandal of SAND theft

KwaZulu-Natal and South Africa as a whole have experienced a deplorable humiliation that will reverberate in malicious laughter around the world. A theft of South African National Defence Forces...

New Syrian Leadership Prepares to pick up Shattered Pieces

Syria’s new transitional leadership have their work cut out for them. They are starting to rebuild from the ruins and wreckage of the civil war. To begin with they are dismantling the billion-dollar...

Crime Makes Living in Durban a Hazard

In Durban last week police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a home invasion in which two men were shot. One man was killed and the other is in critical condition following a home...

Ramaphosa highlights Plans and Partnerships in SONA for South Africa and South Africans

President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered his State of the Nation Address on Thursday Night. In the Address delivered before Parliament in Cape Town the President spoke of unity and partnership, overcoming...

Arab Nations reject Deplorable Proposal by Trump to Move Gaza Palestinians to neighbouring Countries

United States President Donald Trump has put forward a controversial proposal to move the Palestinian people out of Gaza. Trump’s plan is to have the Palestinians resettled in either Egypt or Jordan...

Good News for Durban Tourism and Law Enforcement

Durban has much to be proud of when it comes to being on the coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal. The city serves as the major centre for the province’s tourism due to its beaches and resorts. This has been of...

In Gaza Palestinian detainees return following Israeli Hostages release “what happens next?” is dreaded question

The ceasefire between Gaza and the Zionist regime is hanging by a precarious thread. The agreement of the peace process between the Israelis and the Gazan Palestinians was meant to pan in three...

Ramaphosa Approves Expropriation Bill Controversy Awaits

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Expropriation Bill into law. This form of legislation calls for the expropriation of land by the government, be it private or otherwise for the use of the...

Brothers in Court for Murder of Durban Businessman Shailen Singh

Brothers Ferrel and Darren Govender accused in connection to the murder of Umhlanga businessman Shailen Singh, have appeared in the Durban’s Magistrate Court on the 13th of Monday. The well-dressed...

Palestinian Prisoners’ release from Israeli Jails Proves Bitter Sweet Event

The release of Palestinian prisoners particularly women and children held under the Israeli law of “Administrative Detention” from the Zionist regime’s prisons has shown shocking revelations. The...

Despite Insecurities Trump Begins New Term Vowing to Unite US

New United States President Donald Trump is due to begin his second consecutive term as the country’s forty-seventh president from yesterday. Sadly, the new incumbent has a giant ego that has been...

Trump’s Cabinet Nominees Face Senate Confirmation Hearings; His Choices for Defence and State

United States President-Elect Donald Trump has made some bold nominations for his incoming cabinet. Trump who is due to be sworn in on the 20th of January (today at the time of writing) has named...

Israel Agrees to Cease Fire with Hamas Bitter Sweet Ending to War

There is now a cease fire in Gaza, Palestine but the destruction, carnage and memories of genocide remain. Yes, the Israeli government of Prime Minister Benyamin Netanyahu consented to a truce in...

South African Matriculants achieve highest Pass Rate in recent decades

There was, wide spread congratulations for those Matriculants who passed. The country bore witness to an encouraging pass rate of 87.3%. Various parties and leaders, representative of the political...

Ramaphosa Faces Dilemma over Mozambique Inauguration and Promises more Police for Delft

President Cyril Ramaphosa is watching events unfolding in Mozambique carefully. The President is due to attend the inauguration of Mozambiquan President-elect Daniel Chapo in Maputo. There has been...

With Assads Overthrow What do New Powers In Syria Want

Syria has experienced a change that will reverberate across the world. The regime of former President Bashir Al Assad and the dynasty his father Hafez had founded are no more. A new leadership has...

Damascus Fall to Rebels Assad Flees Celebrations in the Streets

Syria is entering a new era of unknown proportions. Now former President Bashir Al-Assad and his immediate family -that is his wife Asma Al-Assad and their children- have fled the capital Damascus...

Ramaphosa explains changes to Nigerian Passes but After Cabinet Reshuffle More Transparency needed

The presidency has moved forward to clarify on the issue of changes to the Nigerian visa application process after backlash from locals. The public denunciation and anguish arose from a...

Namibia Elections Face Spoiler Votes amid win by First Female President

Namibia has possibly seen better times since independence. The former territory of South West Africa now known as Namibia has recently held parliamentary and Presidential elections which saw the...

As Ramaphosa Addresses the NCOP over Government Policy for this year He expresses concern over Surveillance bill

President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered another address this time to the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) concerning the state of the country in terms of economics, politics, health and society. He of...

As Lebanese return to their homes following Ceasefire Israel sets sights on Syria

Lebanon has been given a reprieve since Israel agreed to a cease fire after bombarding the country’s southern parts. Now tens of thousands of Lebanese displaced by the war between Israel and Hezbollah...

Netanyahu May Agree to Hezbollah Ceasefire in hint but He still has to face ICC Arrest Warrant

Israeli Prime Minister Benyamin Netanyahu has given his consent to an arranged sixty-day cease fire with Lebanon’s Hezbollah. However, he faces opposition from hardliners from within his own cabinet...

Dark Side of Neom Revealed after first death of Migrant Worker on Site

The construction of Mega Project Neom, Saudi Arabia was always going to have an array of dark twists and turns. This is due to its labour being driven by an authoritarian government that had no...

Yemen Fragmented As Houthis face Brunt of US Air Strikes

Yemen is not what it was before 2011. The civil war which ensued after the fall of long-time dictator/president Ali Abdullah Saleh has seen the Houthis seize large swaths of the North and the Capital...

When Trump Takes Office in January Will there be Change for Palestine or more ambiguity?

When it comes to United States President-Elect Donald Trump, not everything about him is straight forward. When it comes to American foreign policy on the Middle East a second Trump Administration is...

Informal Traffic Wardens Regret End of Loadshedding as Outlet for Money while New Method of theft Can Lead to Spike

In Durban there has been great Jubilancy at the end of Load shedding. But now some have found them selves more in the dark than before. In the last 220 days since the end of deliberate power outages...

After Trump Win Ramaphosa hopes for better relations Under new Presidency

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed hope that United States (US) President elect Donald Trump will make it to South Africa next year for the G20 summit. Ramaphosa clearly hopes for better...

As Government of National Unity’s Fissures are exposed Popcru takes Swipe

President of the Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru), Thulani Ngwenya, in an alarming characterisation of South Africa’s ruling coalition has described the Government of National Unity...

R 200 million to be spent on Housing For Durban south Informal dwellers and Taxi Operators Continue Strike

Isipingo informal dwellers expressed hope that officials who have pledged to assist them in building new homes keep their promise. On Thursday, eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba and Human Settlements...

GNU embarrasses itself over Ukraine Visa Free Access

The Government of National Unity may have embarrassed itself over the slight alteration its trajectory has taken. Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber who is a member of the Democratic Alliance has...

Ramaphosa presents Evidence to the ICJ on Israel s Genocide in Gaza

The International Tightrope that is the Gaza war seems to be getting ever higher. Now South Africa has provided forensic evidence to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that Israel is committing...

Israel Sparks outcry with Aid Agency Ban and another Strike in Northern Gaza

The Israelis are going all out in their war on Gaza even banning aid agency United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) from working in the occupied...

Al Ansaar Outreach Hosts Successful 3rd Annual Ghusl Workshop

Last Saturday, Al Ansaar Outreach proudly hosted its 3rd Annual Ghusl Workshop at the Al Ansaar Conference Center. With a packed audience of eager and devoted learners, the event proved to be an...

Urgent Appeal for Zakaah Contributions to Assist Deserving Families and Elders in Overport and surrounding

Since the unfortunate unrest that took place in KwaZulu-Natal, our community has witnessed a surge in hardship. Many elders, widows, and individuals who lost their jobs have been severely impacted...

Egypt and Ethiopia s Tense Dispute over Dam on Blue Nile Heat up

Egypt is playing with fire as it tries to encircle Ethiopia. Egypt still fears the Grand Ethiopia Renaissance Dam (GERD) that Addis Ababa is having built on the Blue Nile will cut off a much-needed...

Israel Persists in Harsh retaliation While Spain calls for a halt in Weapons Exports to the Zionist Regime

There is a fine line between taking matters into your own hands and excessive destruction when you have the resources of the most powerful nations on Earth. This applies to Israeli Prime Minister...

Corruption Charges Against President Over Farm Theft Dropped

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has stated to the public that they will not pursue corruption and related charges against President Cyril Ramaphosa in relation to the controversial farm theft...

Russia s War in Ukraine burns up as 400 Russian Drones Destroyed by Kyiv

Russia’s war in Ukraine took a huge set back when Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that he believes his government has the opportunity to end the war with Russia by next year, as long as...

Durban Summer Souk Funds Support Clean Water Initiative in Verulam

The Al Ansaar Foundation has made a significant contribution to the Redcliff area in Verulam by installing a much-needed borehole, providing clean drinking water to a local school and the surrounding...

Israel and Palestine are interlocked together on a Tightrope of Blood

The War between the Hamas militant group in Gaza and the Zionist regime of Israel has come to an impasse. A stalemate that has cost the deaths of 400,00 Palestinians and 1,000 Israelis. The war...

Man found dead by the Road Woman found dead on Beach Police Investigate

A man who was believed to be beaten to death was found on a pathway in Durban, which has prompted the police to open an investigation into murder. On Thursday the city’s Marshall Security Managing...

Government of National Unity Splinters as Deputy President Makes trade deals in London

When the Government of National Unity (GNU) was formed it was hailed as a ground breaking platform for collaboration among diverse political factions and parties. However, although this sounded good...

Thabo Bester Loses Laptop Bid Case but his ongoing requests leave much to be desired

Thabo Bester, convicted of rape and murder, is awaiting trial for his escape from prison and related offences, lost his urgent application to have access to a laptop and other devices to prepare for...

The GNU may survive New Amendment to Basic Education Laws but the Road to Prosperity offers New Challenges

The Basic Education Laws Amendment Act has received the assent of President Cyril Ramaphosa. However, the new Amendment to the laws in its current form has drawn mixed reactions and responses from the...

As Houthis in Yemen fire ‘Hypersonic’ Missile Muslim World League Calls for Palestinian Statehood in Madrid

The Israelis continue to wage war in Gaza and repress the West Bank. The latest round of negotiations for a ceasefire have reached an impasse. Add to this the deaths of six of the Israeli hostages in...

Veteran Politician Pravin Gordhan Passes Away after Battle with Cancer

Long time politician and former anti-apartheid activist Pravin Gordhan has died after a complex battle with cancer that saw an end to his career in public service to South Africa. His age was 75...

President to Sign into Law New Basic Education Law Amendment But a house divided awaits

President Cyril Ramaphosa to sign a land mark legislation into law known as the Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) Bill on the 13 of September Friday today, in a public ceremony in Pretoria. The...

As Egypt’s Sisi Cracks down on Political Critics and Opponents through Denaturalization He seeks Common Ground with Turkiye

The regime of Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has been using citizenship revocation as a political tool to punish and even to silence its opponents and critics alike. Any Egyptian who possesses...

DA calls for intervention in Clean Water Crisis by eThekwini While Residents move to coast

The eThekwini Municipality is facing a crippling shortage of fresh and clean water in some areas. Now the Democratic Alliance (DA) caucus in the Municipal Council has called on the Water and...

Iran may Survive US Sanctions but it could be far behind impacting Israel

The man who managed the Sanctions on Iran under former US president Barack Obama, Richard Nephew an adjunct fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, made it clear in an article that...

Palestine’s Long and Violent Path to Salvation

This is a writhing saga that knows no end. The saga of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Palestinian scholar Yasmin Daher speaks in an interview with George Yancy about the power of prejudice and its...

Municipality Says there is light at the end of Water Crisis Tunnel and the City’s prospects might improve

Earlier in the week, eThekwini municipality said the bulk supplier provided it with less water through the Durban Heights Treatment Works. The municipality says they found large amounts of algae...

In Syria Water is a Non-Negotiable Good as Country is on a tight rope

The regime of Syrian President Bashir Al Assad is in a quagmire. At a regular meeting of ambassadors and heads of Syrian diplomatic missions abroad resumed its work on its third day in Damascus...

Palestinian Parties Move to hold Washington Accountable for Genocide

As Israel continues this relentless genocide against the Palestinians with out thought for a reprieve, the Palestinian factions condemned the brutal massacre committed by the Israeli Occupation Forces...

Shivambu Leaves The EFF for the Umkhonto We Sizwe Party

On Friday morning it was announced long time stalwart Floyd Shivambu of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) would be leaving the Party he founded alongside “Commander in Chief” Julius Malema to join...

Palestinian Representative calls for Sanction on Israel While IDF in Gaza uses Civilians as human shields

The war in the Gaza Strip continues to be waged with relentless cruelty. Palestinian envoy Riyad Mansour to the United Nations, urged the Security Council on Tuesday to impose sanctions on the Zionist...

South Africa Hosts Zimbabwe Opposition Leader

South Africa has hosted the former leader of Zimbabwe’s opposition Citizens’ Coalition for Change party, Nelson Chamisa. The still active opposition politician has warned against calls for Zimbabweans...

7 Percent of Women Experience Gender Based Violence Ramaphosa in Women’s Day Speech

On National Women’s Day, last week Friday President Cyril Ramaphosa used his speech to highlight the alarming levels of gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa. Yes GBV still flourishes on a...

Sudan is splintering at the Seams It will threaten the region s stability

Sudan is rife with the hazards of civil war. Hazards that could spill outside its borders. Amongst these hazards are the infighting by the regular army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and risk of...

Weather in KZN takes rough Turn

KwaZulu Natal skies are expected to unleash rough weather this week. This comes after heavy winds on Sunday. The South African Weather Services has issued a Yellow level 2 alert. So, residents of the...

South Africa Calls for a thorough investigation Into Hamas Leader

The assassination of Hamas leader and former Palestinian prime minister Ismail Haniyeh has sent tremors throughout the diplomatic world. Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald...

Hamas top Leader and Gaza PM Assassinated at Iranian President’s Inauguration

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has been sworn in as the ninth President of the Islamic Republic of Iran. But all has not gone well for the presidential inauguration in Tehran. Hamas leader and...

Durban on thin Ice with Climate Change and Homeless Situation

All is not well as regards the weather in Durban. It has been forecasted by a leading academic that the Indian Ocean will continue supercharging the atmosphere, leading to a massive infrastructure...

Al Ansaar Slice of Life Campaign June Update

The Al Ansaar Outreach Department is thrilled to share an exciting update on our ongoing “Slice of Life” campaign. From January 2024 to June 2024, we have successfully distributed a...

Al Ansaar Outreach Department Visits Durban Coastal Mental Health Clinic on Nelson Mandela Day

On Nelson Mandela Day, the Al Ansaar Outreach Department dedicated their 67 minutes of community service to the patients at the Durban Coastal Mental Health Clinic. This visit was a heartfelt gesture...

In a remarkable display of community spirit and generosity

In a remarkable display of community spirit and generosity, the Al Ansaar Outreach Foundation in partnership with Muslims for Humanity, distributed 10,000 meals in and around Overport and surrounding...

Gaza War Continues Could Harris Turn the chaos around if elected US President?

Palestine’s quest for survival still remains in limbo, a path drenched in blood. With at least 89 Palestinians having been killed and 250 other victims of the war wounded in Khan Younis in “one of the...

The Binding Affect of AfCFTA on South Africa s Air Ports and Neighbourly trade

The African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) is beginning to take root and altering the face and efficiency of infrastructure across South Africa. Air ports Company South Africa (ACSA)...

The ANC is to hold a Disciplinary Hearing for Zuma But it will not Public

Former state president Jacob Zuma has been summoned to appear before a hearing by the African National Congress (ANC) for his endorsement and support for the non-affiliated Umkhonto We Sizwe (MK)...

State of the Nation Address Indicates GNU off to A Bright Start

President Cyril Ramaphosa is in luck concerning his Government of National Unity. After the president delivered his State of the Nation Address during Parliament’s State Opening many South Africans...

Yemen Reproductive health Services Receive boast while Houthis Continue Raids in Red Sea

Yemen as a nation is becoming stable more or less. Reproductive health is an essential matter in women’s health concerns and in Yemen the war had placed this right beyond the reach of countless...

Saudi Arabia Cuts Back on Ambitious Vision 2030

Saudi Arabia once more finds itself tightening its belt as it sails through stormy waters. The Saudi Kingdom has a grand plan known as Vision 2030 which is meant to diversify the economy away from oil...

Ramaphosa condemns Trump shooting While Balancing Parliament State Opening

The World is ever shrinking due to technology. Within minutes of hearing of former US president Donald Trump’s attempted assassination on the other side of the world, President Cyril Ramaphosa gave...

President Expresses Grief over Death of 12 Students in Gauteng Road Accident

Tragedy struck when twelve learners and their scholar transport driver died in a tragic accident which involved a Ford Ranger bakkie, causing the students’ mini bus to overturn and explode. This took...

All Palestinian Lives are expendable For Israel While Netanyahu avoids Justice

Several eyewitnesses in Gaza city say snipers were shooting dead civilians after the Israeli Defence Force (IDF) issued a new evacuation order and told Palestinians to head south as it steps up its...

New Iranian President begins Journey through uncertain Waters

Iran has elected a new president in a run-off election last week Friday. Dr Masoud Pezeshkian at age 69 is the oldest man to be elected the country’s second highest position after Supreme Leader of...

Cyril Xaba Appointed Mayor of eThekwini Municipality

Durban, July 10, 2024 — Cyril Xaba has been officially announced as the new Mayor of eThekwini Municipality. The announcement was made at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in...

Ramaphosa Names New Cabinet as GNU comes into being

President Cyril Ramaphosa has made it official. He has named his cabinet, in accordance with the fruits of the Government of National Unity. Deputy President Paul Mashatile will remain in his position...

Attack on SANDF Base in the DRC leaves Two Soldiers dead

The South African National Defence forces reported last week Wednesday that two soldiers were killed when M23 militants attacked the town of Sake in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) with 20...

Gaza Remains in Ruin But more seek to defy Israel

The war in Gaza is not over. There have been no sanctions and no ceasefire. Israeli forces attack people awaiting the arrival of desperately needed trucks carrying humanitarian relief, killing at...

Coalition Talks For GNU on a tight Rope

As talks for the Government of National Unity (GNU) are underway egos are beginning to clash. President Cyril Ramaphosa has to strike a delicate balance to satisfy all parties, while the Democratic...

As ANC Power Weakens Liberation Movements Face New Era

A new era is beginning for South Africa and the Southern African region. In Pretoria as President Cyril Ramaphosa takes office for a second term, it will be at the head of a coalition government for...

Ramaphosa begins Journey through Path of Fire

President Cyril Ramaphosa was officially sworn in on Wednesday for a second term at the helm of the Union Buildings. After an election in which there was no party that won outright victory, Ramaphosa...

South Africa s Case For Palestine Faces Uncertain Future at ICJ

The dark days continue for Palestine as Israeli tanks and drones push into Rafah’s western neighbourhoods as an attack on aid-seekers killed at least nine Palestinians and injured 30, in Gaza. The...

Radio Al Ansaar and Al Ansaar Outreach Aid Tornado-Affected Tongaat

In the wake of the devastating tornado that ravaged parts of Tongaat earlier this month, Radio Al Ansaar partnered with Al Ansaar Outreach to deliver much-needed support to the affected communities on...

Al Ansaar Outreach Provides Qurbani Meat to Tornado Victims in Tongaat

In a heart-warming gesture coinciding with the celebration of Eid Ul Adha, Al Ansaar’s Outreach team has conducted a significant Qurbani to support the tornado-stricken communities of Tongaat. This...

Muslims gather from Across South Africa to Mark Eid

The Islamic Calendar is marked by two major holidays, Eid-al-Fitr and Eid-al-Adha. The former occurs at the end of Ramadhan and the latter occurs after Eid-al-Fitr. On Eid-Al-Adha also known as...

Egypt s El Sisi has difficult Path to thread

Egyptian President Abdel Fatah el Sisi has met United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken in Cairo on June the 10th. Relations between the US and Egypt are not in a good place since Israel...

Municipality has heavy Task with Ward Councillor resignations and Sinkholes

Two Ward Councillors ascended to the provincial Legislature and Parliament from eThekwini, leaving vacant positions. A bi-election will take place in both wards, including Ward 34, from which...

Palestine and Israel are both at Each other s throat US is between

As the Gaza War continues with thousands dying or becoming amputated, the rest of the world has not remained silent. In Washington DC, the United States thousands of Pro-Palestinian protestors...

Elections are Over Negotiations begin

The African National Congress is no longer the dominant party in South African politics. They managed to get 159 seats in the National Assembly. The have entered into negotiations with other political...

Ramaphosa wants National Unity Government but it is Pipe Dream

President Cyril Ramaphosa may not be thinking straight. The president is hoping to form a government of National Unity with all major political parties with seats in parliament. The problem is many of...

Saudi Arabia is dreaming MEGA with Neom But at What Cost

Saudi Arabia has ambitions to build immeasurable projects at Neom in Tabuk Province. Among the new industrial centres and tourism destinations is the “Line” which will be built as a zero-carbon...

Al Ansaar Foundation Mobilizes Relief Effort for Tongaat Storm Victims

In response to the devastating storms that recently ravaged Tongaat, the Al Ansaar Foundation’s Outreach team will be heading back to the area on Monday, 10 June 2024, to provide essential aid...

Al Ansaar Outreach and Deli Distribute 790 Hot Dogs to Overport School

This morning (Thursday) marked a significant day for the learners at a school in Overport, as Al Ansaar Outreach, in collaboration with Al Ansaar Deli, distributed 790 hot dogs to the students. This...

AL ANSAAR OUTREACH AND THE BREAKFAST RUSH SHOW RALLY AID TO TONGAAT

Eleven lives have been lost in Durban following the heavy storms that ripped through the city on Monday night. Many residents particularly in Tongaat which has been identified as the worst hit area...

Tornado Tears through Tongaat, Experts blame Climate Change

There has been an outbreak of severe storms and at least two tornadoes on Monday afternoon, affecting parts of KwaZulu-Natal such as New Castle, Utrecht, Ballito, and Tongaat. The sudden onset of...

AfCFTA The Bridge to Africa’s Prosperity?

Hayatım Sale! Click to View The Palestinians in Gaza are the people who are bearing the brunt of this war and it has not been kind to them. Hamas may have not been wise when it launched its attack...

ANC Stays Loyal to Ramaphosa Despite Losing Majority

The African National Congress has made it clear that President Cyril Ramaphosa will remain in office. He is the party leader and they stand by him. The president has now called for unity. South...

Mantashe Lashes Out at Journalist Calls Coalitions Consequinces

African National Congress National Chairperson Gwede Mantashe says he is shocked by the Umkhonto We Sizwe party’s strong support among voters in KwaZulu-Natal. The Independent Electoral Commission’s...

As Gaza War Heats up, Some Want Netanyahu Exit

The West especially Europe remains divided over the war in Gaza. As blood shed rages on the streets of Gaza’s cities such as Rafah. Buildings are reduced to rubble. Some civil society groups within...

National Government Buys Oil Refinery in Durban

Sapref oil refinery which has a nameplate capacity of 180 000 barrels per day and accounts for around 35% of the refinery capacity in South Africa was bought by the government. Sapref the country’s...

Al Ansaar Foundation Winter Warmth Drive 2024

The Al Ansaar Foundation proudly commenced its annual Winter Warmth Drive on May 2, 2024. This initiative, which seeks to provide essential warmth and comfort during the cold months, has already made...

South Africa Goes to the Polls on Wednesday

South Africans are becoming disillusioned with the status quo in politics. There is no telling who will succeed taking the lion’s share of seats in parliament, only that we ma have a king maker...

President signs New GBV and NPA Bills into Law

In an official statement, President Cyril Ramaphosa after signing the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Bill and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Amendment Bill...

Iran’s President Raisi Dies in Helicopter Crash What Legacy does he Leave?

President Ebrahim Raisi of the Islamic Republic of Iran died in a Helicopter Crash with other senior officials in the country’s eastern Azerbaijan Province. Among the dead was foreign minister Hossein...

Death Toll Stands at 32 Following George Building Collapse

A five-story apartment building in the Coastal City of George in the Western Cape collapsed last week. The cause of the collapse has yet to be determined and the death toll is at 33. Among the...

Ramaphosa Signs National Health Insurance Bill into Law

A legal fiasco awaits following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to approve a controversial new law that will lead to the biggest shake-up, in the health-sector’s history since the end of the...

As Zimbabwe trades with South Africa who benefits?

The governments in Pretoria and Harare have remained close through thick and thin. This is despite having different economies that vary in size. This week South Africa hosted the Zimbabwe Investment...

Palestine Fails to get full UN membership faces Rocky Path

The majority of members in the United Nations General Assembly have voted to “enhance” Palestine’s rights within the international body and urged it to be accepted as a member following a heated...

Zuma Has ambitions for South Africa but what do they Amount too?

It goes without saying that former president Jacob Zuma Gedleyihlekisa Zuma is a dangerous man who should not be allowed to wield the reigns of power again. His legacy is the most divisive in South...

Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia were back at Negotiating Table over Renaissance Dam

Egypt expressed the concerns of its citizens regarding the Grand Ethiopia Renaissance Dam (GERD) that is expected to affect Ethiopia’s annual share of Nile Water, Irrigation Minister Hossam Moghazi...

Biden Faces Legal Pressure Over arms Transfer to Israel

US President Joe Biden finds himself balancing on a tight rope due to the Gaza War. On the one hand he faces Legal pressure to cut the funding and supply of weapons to Israel and on the other he...

Government Welcomes AfCFTA Protocol on Women, Youth, makes ties with Ghana strong

The African Union (AU) Assembly has created and adopted key protocols and decisions concerning the Africa continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The government of President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed...

NHI Bill Remains Controversial While President Promises National Dialogue

President Cyril Ramaphosa has yet to sign the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law. The bill is not with out controversy and some say that the bill creates its own complications. The...

Al Ansaar Outreach Team Partners with Security Firms for Water Distribution Amid Crisis

In response to the pressing water crisis plaguing several communities,Al Ansaar Outreach mobilized a significant effort on April 30th, 2024. Taking action to alleviate the suffering of affected areas...

Students Who Stand with Gaza Pay the Price

Palestine and Gaza in particular have long been under the Israeli gumboot. As for those who have come out to support them and oppose Zionism, the same faith is made available. But this time it is also...

The Breakfast Rush Hosts Inaugural TBR Family Fun Run: A Triumph of Diversity and Determination

Under perfect skies on April 27, 2024, The Breakfast Rush (TBR) held its inaugural Family Fun Run, transforming a simple morning into an electrifying celebration of community spirit and resilience...

Durban Tourism took a blow with the closure of hotels due to crime

Durban has hit a bad low when it comes to being a popular tourist destination – jobs are endangered. With the closure of the iconic Durban Funworld, a beachfront amusement park and the scourge of...

Al Ansaar Foundation Making an Impact: A Ramadan of Giving

During the holy month of Ramadaan, the Al Ansaar Foundation has once again stepped up to serve those in need within our community and underserved areas. This holy month is not just about fasting and...

Increased Security Measures Urged After Student Stabbed Near Raisethorpe Secondary School

Concerns over safety have been raised after a 14-year-old student was stabbed by robbers just meters outside the gates of Raisethorpe Secondary School earlier this week. The incident occurred as the...

Private Sector Confidence Fuels Development in Durban’s Outer West

Excitement builds as Westown Square, a 100-hectare ‘City of the West’, gears up for its official opening next year, propelled by robust private sector investments. Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda of...

Refurbished Chatsworth Magistrates’ Court Unveiled Today

In a significant development for the provision of justice services in KwaZulu-Natal, Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, John Jeffery, and Minister of Public Works and...

Al Ansaar Foundation Making an Impact: A Ramadan of Giving

During the holy month of Ramadaan, the Al Ansaar Foundation has once again stepped up to serve those in need within our community and underserved areas. This holy month is not just about fasting and...

As Mapisa-Nqakula Resigns as Speaker some Call for Ramaphosa to follow Suit

Speaker of the National Assembly Nosiviwe Mapis-Nqakula has resigned her position after having come under investigation by the Hawks over money laundering and bribery going into millions.1 This took...

Israel Could face Lawsuit from Iran Over Missile Attack on Syria Embassy

Syria remains relatively stable since the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) was pushed back to the periphery. Now with Israeli fighter jets having fired missiles at the Iranian Embassy in the...

As Israel Deploys Troops to Rafah Tensions Simmer with the US

Tensions simmer after Russia and China vetoed a U.S. sponsored resolution last week, the U.N. Security Council approved a new resolution yesterday, demanding an immediate humanitarian cease-fire in...

President Ramaphosa has Expressed his condolences to Russia over ISIL Attacks

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his condolences to Russian President Vladimir Putin after 133 people were killed in an attack on Moscow.1 The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) is...

Syria The Nation whose Regime can’t Consent to attend a Meeting with the UN’s Constitutional Committee

On February 22, 2022, United Nations Special Envoy to Syria, Geir Pederson, had set the dates for the seventh, eight, and ninth rounds of the Syrian Constitutional Committee’s proceedings.1 Indeed...

As Spain and Egypt call for More Aid to be allowed into Gaza Conflict continues

The Spanish and Egyptian foreign ministers called on the International, community Thursday to rally for a ceasefire in Gaza “as a first step” to peace between “a Palestinian state side by side” with...

Ramaphosa wants Phala Phala Report consolidated to Cut Legal Costs

Geneal Bantu Holomisa has urged the public not to put its trust on Cyril Ramaphosa and his ANC in the upcoming general …8 9 10 11 12 President Cyril Ramaphosa is in a tight spot over the report...

Chaos Reigns in Sudan While Low Intensity Conflict Rages

More than 10 months in to Sudan’s civil war it has morphed into a low-intensity conflict but with the warring sides seemingly adamant to shun mediation attempts and fight on.1 Analysts, however, say...

South Africa Needs a more Serious Overhaul of its electoral law and setup

When it comes to electoral reform there has been some headway with the new electoral amendment act that will allow Individuals to contest elections.1 South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has...

eThekwini Municipality Prioritizes Clearing Electricity Outage Backlog Amid Challenges

In response to a significant backlog of electricity outages in various parts of the city, the eThekwini Municipality’s Electricity Department says it has intensified efforts to restore power to...

Parliament says SAA-Takatso deal must be referred to SIU

Parliament’s Public Enterprises Portfolio Committee has called for an investigation into the controversial transfer action involving the appointment of the Takatso Consortium as the preferred bidder...

Man sentenced to life in prison for murdering three individuals, including his own daughter

Family members of three individuals who were fatally shot in Northdale in September by a security guard – including his own daughter and her mother – expressed the desire for the death...

Mooi River couple was ‘murdered and dismembered’

Grim details of the homicide of Antony (73) and Gillian (78) Dinnis, elderly residents of Mooi River, were revealed during the bail hearing of one of the individuals involved in their abduction in...

29 bank branches where you can get your Smart ID and Passport in South Africa 

Absa Bank has confirmed that it now offers Home Affairs Smart ID and Passport services at six of its branches in South Africa, taking the total number of bank branches to 29 so far. The confirmation...