On the outskirts of Durban this week, over a thousand immigrants fled their homes and set up a makeshift camp nearby after angry residents ordered them to leave, accusing them of taking jobs and economic opportunities from South Africans.
The migrants, mostly from Malawi, are among those fearing a wave of anti-immigrant violence gripping a nation once seen as a major hub of opportunity for…
From John Coltrane's centenary to the O2 Arena with Black Coffee, Nduduzo Makhathini's recent world tour was a masterclass in the cyclical, intergenerational nature of black music
About 200 foreigners who say they are fleeing attacks linked to anti-immigrant groups have called for United Nations intervention after spending two days outside Durban Central Police Station, where police used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse them following a tense standoff
Cutting corners while balancing construction pressure and tight deadlines can be fatal
Africa’s Travel Indaba is expected to generate millions for Durban’s economy while showcasing African tourism growth, conservation and regional travel opportunities
The internationally recognised film reconstructs the final hours of Palestinian child Hind Rajab in Gaza, will screen in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town this May
There is something deeply personal about food, the way it tells stories, brings people together, and captures the essence of a place. At Simbithi Eco-Estate on KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast, this connection between food and community has taken on a life of its own, evolving into a lifestyle that celebrates both flavour and togetherness. At the [...]
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The state accused the National Cape Congress leader of abusing his parliamentary status and interfering with witnesses linked to the Sindiso Magaqa assassination case
A great steakhouse is about more than just a good cut of meat. It’s the perfect sear, the right resting time, the sides that hold their own, and that unmistakable smoky aroma that hits before the plate even lands. Whether you’re craving a classic ribeye, a towering tomahawk or a melt-in-your-mouth wagyu, South Africa has [...]
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The disease we know as Malaria was thought to be caused by breathing “bad air” (mal aria) that emanates from swamps. This was not “fake news” but a lack of understanding and evidence at the time. As you probably know, swamps and stagnant water are excellent breeding sites for mosquitoes that transmit the Plasmodium parasites that cause the disease
The Communists don't feature as a force of any kind in opinion polls and when it has tried its luck in local by-elections it has been routed, at times struggling to get even a handful of votes. All indications are that it will have zero impact in the local elections
The protests rejected this. They insisted that what we are seeing is the expansion of a single logic: imperial in character, colonial in structure, even when it speaks the language of democracy, security and humanitarian concern
DA eThekwini mayoral candidate Haniff Hoosen has criticised black political leadership, saying it has failed residents amid service delivery crises including chronic water shortages in Durban communities
eThekwini says it is cooperating with investigations into EPWP corruption, including claims of “jobs for sex” and ghost workers
Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson has suspended EPWP funding to eThekwini after an Auditor-General report exposed ghost beneficiaries, irregular payments and allegations of “jobs for sex” corruption
A senior metro manager found guilty of sexual misconduct in an internal investigation remains employed months later, raising questions about accountability, secrecy and retaliation against complainants
Xenophobia offers a simple but misleading explanation for a complex crisis. It reframes mass unemployment, failing public services and weak governance as a question of belonging
Travel is becoming planned, curated and experience-led again. The development pipeline reflects that
The Johannesburg suburb remains one of those rare ones that feel historic and perfectly ahead of the curve