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SAHDS rejects monopolistic control of Hindu priest immigration
WHILE the South African Hindu Dharma Sabha (SAHDS ) supports the objective of orderly immigration administration, we have requested the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) to decline formal recognition of the South African Hindu Maha Sabha (SAHMS) as the exclusive vetting, validation and oversight authority in respect of foreign priests.
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February 18, 2026
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From exclusion to equality: why SA must recognise Hindu marriages
SA’s failure to legally recognise Hindu marriages is a lingering legacy of apartheid that continues to harm women and families within the Hindu community. As the country undertakes comprehensive marriage law reform, Simi Sharma examines how the proposed New Marriage Bill aims to rectify historical injustices and finally provide equal legal protection to Hindu Spouses.
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February 18, 2026
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Durban needs a new Operation Jumpstart to protect its global tourism and conferencing position
ECONOMIC ENGINE
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February 18, 2026
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Celebrating 99 years of Dhunniram Moolchun: a life dedicated to education and service
AT 99 YEARS old, Dhunniram Moolchun, affectionately known as “Babes”, stands as a testament to resilience, community service and the rich tapestry of South African history.
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February 18, 2026
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Tongaat Hulett’s collapse: the end of a sugar legacy
THE provisional liquidation of sugar giant Tongaat Hulett, once the bedrock of South Africa’s sugar industry, is more than a corporate failure.
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February 18, 2026
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Clare Estate Crematorium’s fee increases challenged
“CLARE Estate Crematorium under fire for fees hikes amid financial misconduct claims\", the POST, February 11 - 15 refers.
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February 18, 2026
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One item. One discount. One fair deal
MY WIFE sent me to the supermarket with the simplest of instructions: pick up some salad stuff.
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February 18, 2026
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Embracing the true essence of Ramadaan: a journey of mind, body and soul
RAMADAAN is thought of by many as a month of fasting, restraining from food and drink from sunrise to sunset, yet Islamically, this thinking is incomplete.
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February 18, 2026
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SA at a crossroads: comparing Ramaphosa’s 2026 Sona with Zuma’s from a decade earlier
A detailed comparison between President Cyril Ramaphosas 2026 State of the Nation Address (Sona) and that of Jacob Zuma from a decade earlier reveals significant economic improvements despite ongoing challenges. From a stabilising economy to improved electricity supply, South Africa appears to have turned a corner — but how much credit can Ramaphosa truly claim?
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February 18, 2026
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Spurs interim boss issues warning over 'unacceptable' relegation threat
TOTTENHAM'S new interim manager, Igor Tudor, said yesterday that the club’s perilous position in the English Premier League is unacceptable as he aims to ward off a relegation battle.
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February 18, 2026
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Religious gatekeepers: how divisiveness threatens our unity
ISALUTE and shout from every temple, church spire and mosque minarets, Yogin Devan’s fearless courage.
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February 18, 2026
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Violence has no place at the thunee table
“FAMILY outraged as thunee attempted murder suspect is released on R1 000 bail”, the POST, February 11 - 15, not only shocked us readers, but all thunee players throughout the country.
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February 18, 2026
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Zero alcohol limit: will it reduce road carnage or cost jobs?
THE transport minister wants to introduce zero tolerance on drinking and driving.
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February 18, 2026
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A timeless celebration of Ramzaan: honouring tradition while embracing change
WHEN I think back to Ramzaan as a child, the strongest memory is of the atmosphere ~ a frisson in the air, a feeling of expectation, of preparation and, curiously, of excitement.
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February 18, 2026
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Richards Bay man falsely claimed theological degree to secure R32 000 pastor job
A 52-YEAR-OLD man has been charged with fraud after allegedly falsifying theological qualifications to secure a R32 000 monthly position as pastor at Richards Bay church.
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February 18, 2026
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Trump's foreign policy decisions and the Hindu law of karma
SOME of the actions and decisions of US President Donald Trump represents a chump.
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February 11, 2026
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When justice is selective: the world's silence on Iranian atrocities
KEYBOARD warriors pleaded the cause, “Palestine shall be free from the river to the sea” during the Gaza conflict.
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February 11, 2026
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Understanding the dark side of competition: a lesson in emotional intelligence
WHAT began as a routine Friday night gathering among friends, centered around a game of cards called thunee, took a shocking and violent turn after a young man was stabbed in the head allegedly by another player.
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February 11, 2026
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Community leaders call for transparency amid crematorium tariff increases
COMMUNITY leaders, religious organisations and the funeral industry have called for transparency and accountability from the Clare Estate Umgeni Hindu Crematorium Society following allegations of excessive fees increases and financial mismanagement.
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February 11, 2026
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Violence has no place in thunee: veterans speak out about the traditional pastime
AFTER a young man was stabbed during a thunee card game, veteran players have condemned the violence while reflecting on the cultural significance of this beloved pastime in the Indian community.
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February 11, 2026
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The joy of being single: celebrating independence, personal freedom and self-partnering
In a late-2025 British Vogue essay, writer Chanté Joseph declared that being single was officially in style.
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February 11, 2026
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City eye Premier League title twist as pressure mounts for rivals
MANCHESTER
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February 11, 2026
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Slot: Liverpool must be 'near perfect'
ARNE
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February 11, 2026
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Rassie's radar: Who leads the Bok flyhalf race?
AS RASSIE Erasmus looks ahead to the 2026 international season, the Springbok flyhalf stocks are as healthy as they have ever been.
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February 11, 2026
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How I imagine Trevor Noah would respond to defamation threats
SO, I HEAR a very famous, very powerful, very ... litigious gentleman is considering adding me to his extensive collection of lawsuits.
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February 11, 2026
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Chatsworth scholar transporter charged for kidnapping, grooming schoolgirl (15)
A 35-YEAR-OLD Chatsworth scholar transporter has been released on RSOO bail after appearing in court on charges of grooming and kidnapping a 15-year-old schoolgirl.
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February 11, 2026
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‘Daldal’: a psychological thriller that is thoughtful, yet uneven
DALDAL is one of those shows that clearly knows what it wants to say, even if it isn’t always sure how to say it.
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February 11, 2026
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The normalisation of unemployment in SA
WALKING between my office buildings, i began to notice two distinct sets of faces, shaped less by difference than by time.
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February 11, 2026
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More than a game: lessons and memories for a lifetime
AT THE age of 9, I was hooked on board games.
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February 11, 2026
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SA’s lost boys: the crisis hiding in plain sight
THE observation by the Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, about the enrolment and dropout patterns of boys in South African high schools is indeed a cause for concern.
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