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 Bakri-Eid, Muslims commemorate the sacrifice of Abraham (Ala-hi-salaam) by slaughtering livestock such as sheep, goats, cows or even camels. On November 20, 1912, the […]
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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 to those displaced by the severe weather. The outreach team has identified critical needs among the affected population, which include blankets, jerseys, diapers,
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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 initiative was specially targeted at the school due to its high percentage of indigent learners, with 90 percent of the students coming
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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, have been left homeless with some being housed in public facilities. On Tuesday morning, the Breakfast Rush team, along with Al Ansaar
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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. The event, which welcomed participants from all walks of life, showcased the power of unity and determination. From grandparents to grandchildren, individuals of all
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 Grade 10 pupil, who had been dropped off by his mother, was walking towards the school gate. Two individuals from the area approached him,
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 eThekwini, along with development partners Fundamentum Property Group (FPG) and Balwin Properties, visited the Westown Square site on Thursday, to witness the rapid progress of this
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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 affected customers. In a statement, the city says a systematic approach is being implemented to expedite the repair process and ensure successful outcomes. “Dedicated teams
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eThekwini Municipality Mayor, Cllr Mxolisi Kaunda, presented the draft budget for the upcoming fiscal year during a full council meeting on March 19, 2024. Against the backdrop of global elections and as South Africa commemorates three decades of democracy, the budget speech emphasized the municipality’s commitment to service delivery, economic development, and infrastructure rehabilitation.
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 to acquire 51 percent of South African Airways (SAA). Following allegations raised by former Director-General Kgathatso Tlhakudi, the committee has expressed concerns over the transparency of the bidding
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