Hudaa Ahmed

PMB Haleem Drive-Through Distribution Successfully Serves Community

Radio Al Ansaar Pietermaritzburg hosted a highly successful Haleem Drive-Through Distribution this past Saturday, bringing warmth, dignity and nourishment to the local community. The distribution commenced promptly at 1:30 PM, with vehicles arriving in a steady and orderly queue. A structured drive-through system allowed beneficiaries to remain comfortably seated in their vehicles while volunteers moved […]

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Cuppa for Cancer: A Morning of Grace, Awareness, and Hope at Midlands Specialist Hospital

Midlands Specialist Private Hospital, in partnership with Al Ansaar Radio, hosted a memorable Cuppa for Cancer morning that blended warmth, empathy, and purpose. The event was not only a celebration of courage but also a heartfelt reminder that awareness, when paired with action, can transform lives. The morning’s programme was led by Dr Hasinah Asmal,

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Spreading Smiles at Northdale Hospital: PMB Muslim Scouts and Partners Bring Cheer to Young Patients

Date: 18 July 2025 In the spirit of Mandela Day, the Pietermaritzburg Muslim Scouts, in collaboration with the Mountainrise Community Policing Forum (CPF), brought joy and comfort to the young patients of the pediatric ward at Northdale Hospital on Friday, 18 July. The team came bearing thoughtful gifts—brightly coloured toys, engaging books, and tasty treats—aimed

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Al Ansaar News Bulletin – 08 July 2025

LOCAL NEWS – KwaZulu‑Natal1. KZN Sees Nearly 11,000 Arrests in Police CrackdownThe South African Police Service in KwaZulu‑Natal arrested 10,872 individuals over the past month during a major crime-fighting operation across identified hotspots. The arrests included 3,278 for contact crimes (197 for murder and 1,559 for GBH), 207 for rape-related offences, 229 for weapons charges,

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Australian Man Dies After Contracting Rare Bat-Transmitted Virus Date: 25 June 2025

An Australian man has tragically died after contracting a rare and deadly rabies-like virus transmitted through a bat bite, health authorities confirmed on Thursday. The man, who was based in Queensland, reportedly came into contact with a bat and sustained a bite. He later developed symptoms linked to the Australian Bat Lyssavirus (ABLV), a viral

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Malala Urges Global Sports Bodies to Support Afghan Women Athletes

Malala Yousafzai, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate and globally renowned advocate for girls’ education, has once again turned the world’s attention to the plight of women in Afghanistan—this time, through the lens of sport. In a powerful new statement, Yousafzai called on international sports organizations to demonstrate “bravery and courage” by creating opportunities for Afghan

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Fire Erupts in Pietermaritzburg CBD Near Professor Nyembezi Building

On the evening of 1 July 2025, a significant blaze broke out in Pietermaritzburg’s Central Business District, close to the Professor Nyembezi building, igniting two adjacent retail units: a clothing shop and a cellphone outlet The fire unfolded around early evening, with flames swiftly consuming both stores. Emergency services—firefighters, police, and paramedics—rushed to the scene

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Joburg Deeds Office Closure Sparks Financial Crisis for Property Industry

The Johannesburg Deeds Office remains partially shut down, sparking a major financial crisis for estate agents and home sellers as thousands of property transactions are delayed indefinitely. The Department of Employment and Labour ordered the closure in February 2025, citing safety concerns due to broken lifts and non-compliance with occupational health regulations. Although limited operations

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Hearts, Warmth, and Hope Shared at PMB Children’s Home This Winter

The spirit of giving was alive and glowing at the PMB Children’s Home in Woodlands today, as Al Ansaar PMB brought warmth, joy, and heartfelt connection to over 80 children through their Winter Drive Outreach. Organised by Hudaa Ahmed, in collaboration with the home’s director Fiona, the day was a celebration of community care and

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State Owes R16 Billion in Unpaid Leave to Nearly 190,000 Workers

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has disclosed that government departments owe more than R16 billion in unpaid leave benefits to close to 190,000 public service employees. These are workers who were employed before July 2000, when the public sector changed its leave policy. At the heart of the issue is a policy shift that took

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