By Nyeleti Madonsela The 2026 Durban Business Fair has come to an end at the Durban Exhibition Centre, with small business owners describing the four-day event as a valuable platform for growth, exposure and opportunity. Bringing together more than 500 local enterprises, the fair created a space for entrepreneurs to showcase their products, connect with
By Sibongile Nyamo For many families in KwaZulu-Natal, justice has often felt out of reach, especially in cases of gender-based violence against women and children, where delays in forensic evidence can mean the difference between conviction and collapse. That reality may soon begin to change. The handover of the new forensic
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By Sibongile Nyamo In a move that blends both political calculation and personal reinvention, Bongani Mncwango has officially joined the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), marking a significant moment not just for KwaZulu-Natal politics, but for the man himself. Just weeks ago, Mncwango was at the centre of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP), serving as its
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By Mamello Nhlapo Communities across the World including South Africa observe World Autism Awareness Day today. A day dedicated to raising awareness about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and promoting inclusion for people living with the condition. Autism is a developmental disorder that affects how people communicate, interact socially, and experience the world
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Byline Madonsela Nyeleti KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma has called for unity and stability in the taxi industry following his visit to taxi ranks in Durban on Wednesday. The visit which took place at Durban Station and the YMCA, formed part of the provincial government’s efforts to ensure safe and
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Our Week 2 Sunday Distribution took place across the communities of Malukazi, Folweni, Merebank, and KwaMakhuta, where volunteers came together with a shared purpose of serving those in need. During this outreach, warm meals were distributed in the form of freshly prepared degs of food. We extend our sincere gratitude to the Capital Group
Week 3 of the Al Ansaar Outreach Sunday Feeding Programme once again saw our dedicated team reaching communities in need across Groutville, Shakaskraal, Stanger and Emona. The team gathered early in the morning at the Solly Manjra’s Cooking Yard, where preparations began with great enthusiasm and teamwork. Large pots of nourishing food were prepared and
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In a small but deeply meaningful act of compassion, Al Ansaar’s Pietermaritzburg team recently facilitated the handover of a wheelchair to a local beneficiary living with Parkinson’s disease, bringing renewed comfort and mobility to the recipient and their family. The wheelchair was secured through the support of generous sponsors and the dedicated efforts of
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This past Sunday marked the beginning of a powerful outreach effort as the team set out toserve communities in Newtown, Inanda (Madrassahs), Bhambayi, Inanda (Madrassahs), andvarious suburbs in Verulam, reaching local masaajid and madrassahs with much-neededsupport. From the early hours of the morning, preparation was underway to ensure that every degwas cooked with care and
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In celebration of World Read Aloud Day, the Al Ansaar Outreach team had the absolute joy of visiting Charles Hugo Primary School and Hillgrove Primary School, spreading the magic of stories, learning, and connection among young minds. This special initiative was made even more meaningful through our collaboration with Sumaya Khan of School Matters,
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