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Class is Alannah's best asset
PAUL LAFFERTY appears to have a more than useful filly in Alannah who takes her chances in the Class 4, sixth race on the poly at Hollywoodbets Greyville today.
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November 12, 2025
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Children’s suffering in Gaza, Africa and beyond
CHILDREN are being denied the full flight of life - this is one of the most abominable and incomprehensible acts of human cruelties to ever plague this universe.
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November 12, 2025
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Beyond fear politics: what SA can learn from Mamdani's New York victory
THE story of New York's new mayor, Zohran Kwame Mamdani, starts not in America, but in Cape Town.
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November 12, 2025
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Theshen Naicker prepares for dual premieres: ‘The Rich Housewives of Chatsworth’ and ‘My Cousin’s Big Fat Durban Wedding’
ACTOR Theshen Naicker is gearing up for an exhilarating few weeks as he prepares to unveil two major projects: the highly-anticipated play, The Rich Housewives of Chatsworth, premiering on November 29; and the romantic film, My Cousin's Big Fat Durban Wedding, set for release on December 12.
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November 12, 2025
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Beyond the footnote: Reclaiming the history of Indian indenture
THERE are some compelling studies on Indian indenture, tracing its origins to the British colonial era and the exploitation of cheap labour - often described as a form of human trafficking or \"a new form of slavery\" - from India to various parts of the British Empire.
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November 12, 2025
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It’s about time South Africans paid the right price for power
THE recent court ruling against the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) marks a significant turning point in determining electricity tariffs in the country.
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November 12, 2025
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Carriers of the light for the common good
FLUTTER OF FLAMES
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November 12, 2025
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Blood money: when insurance becomes a motive for murder in the Indian community
MURDER is the most universally reviled of crimes, the deliberate extinguishing of another human life. Yet, among the many motives that drive people to kill, few are as cold or unsettling as murder for financial gain.
6 min |
November 12, 2025
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Progress update on indentured Indians monument
A SIGNIFICANT portion of the 1860 commemorative monument has finally been completed.
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November 12, 2025
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Zohran Mamdani's last name reflects centuries of intercontinental trade, migration and cultural exchange
BY THE time Zohran Mamdani became the next mayor-elect of New York City on November 4, many Americans were familiar with his progressive platform and legislative record. But understanding the democratic candidate's background requires examining the rich cultural tapestry woven into his surname: Mamdani.
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November 12, 2025
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'Rice to Rise': Chinmaya Mission SA campaign feeds community through faith
THE \"Rice to Rise\" campaign is bringing the community together through spiritual giving.
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November 12, 2025
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Breaking barriers: Jivana Bisetty, the first blind pupil in SA Maths Challenge Top 10
TEN-YEAR-OLD Jivana Bisetty has made history as the first visually-impaired pupil to reach the Top 10 in the South African Maths Challenge (SAMC).
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November 12, 2025
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Celebrate 60 years of ‘The Sound of Music’ with a special fund-raiser
IN A CELEBRATION of music, nostalgia and community spirit, the Denis Hurley Centre is set to host a special fundraiser featuring a singalong screening of the timeless musical, The Sound of Music.
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November 12, 2025
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'André just needs ugly ears to be a proper forward'
AFTER bulldozing over for a rolling maul try against France, André Esterhuizen might as well trade in his backline badge for a loose forward's number - all he's missing now are the cauliflower ears.
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November 12, 2025
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How the Boks turned Paris win into a proof of culture
THERE are victories, and then there are proofs. Saturday night in Paris, after Lood de Jager’s red card left the Springboks with 14 men and a mountain to climb, the world champions delivered the latter.
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November 12, 2025
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The rise of character assassination in political discourse
ZOHRAN Mamdani was elected mayor of New York in a free and fair election.
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November 12, 2025
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Broos’ Bafana blueprint deserves trust, not turmoil
IT’S that time again — Hugo Broos has named a Bafana Bafana squad, and as always, the noise follows. From social media outrage to barbershop debates, the Belgian coach's selections never seem to please everyone.
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November 12, 2025
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Indian Rice Pudding With Dried Fruit (Shahi Kheer)
1¹⁄₂ cups Spekko Jasmine Long Grain White Rice, washed and soaked for 30 minutes in enough water to cover, and then drained
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November 12, 2025
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From indenture to influence: youth honour their heritage
YOUNG South African Indians reflect on how the sacrifices and resilience of their indentured ancestors created opportunities for future generations, while acknowledging both progress made and challenges that remain in post-apartheid South Africa.
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November 12, 2025
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'Where was our support?' SA questions cricket gender gap after Women's World Cup final
SOUTH Africa's Women's Cricket World Cup final loss to India has ignited a fierce national debate about gender inequality in sports after a viral social media post called out the lack of support from cricket officials and male ex-players.
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November 12, 2025
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Join us for the 1860 memorial lecture and commemoration events
SELVAN NAIDOO
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November 12, 2025
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165 years of legacy: Indian community reflects on indentured labour heritage
AS SOUTH Africa commemorates the 165th anniversary of the arrival of the first indentured Indians in 1860, community leaders reflect on their ancestors' legacy of resilience, educational values, and contributions to the nation's economy and freedom struggle.
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November 12, 2025
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'I watched my cousin being shot to death'
Phoenix man testifies about deadly shooting at the drag race
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November 12, 2025
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Embrace summer with intermittent fasting: a guide to lighter meals
GRADUAL RESULTS
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November 12, 2025
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Stop the cancer ravaging the spirit of ageing parents
ONCE YOUR PRESENCE WAS SACRED, NOW IT'S TOLERATED
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November 12, 2025
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Mnggithi: KZN no longer a dumping ground for old players
GOLDEN Arrows coach Manqoba Mngqithi believes the province of KwaZulu-Natal is finally turning a corner in its football identity — moving away from being a “dumping site” for ageing players and embracing a new era powered by homegrown talent.
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November 12, 2025
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The hidden link between iron deficiency and mental health
A SIGNIFICANT connection is gaining recognition: the impact of low iron levels on mental well-being.
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November 12, 2025
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‘Umang: The Spirit of Kathak’ returns to captivate audiences
THE Playhouse Company is set to mesmerise audiences once again with the enchanting performance of the Manesh Maharaj Kathak Ensemble in Umang: The Spirit of Kathak.
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November 12, 2025
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From indenture to the property moguls
IN 1860, the first group of indentured Indian labourers, a total of 342 souls, arrived in Durban aboard the SS Truro to toil as indentured labourers in the sugar cane plantations. Until 1911, over 150 000 Indians were brought to Natal bound by five-year contracts; they endured harsh conditions on sugar estates.
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November 12, 2025
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Commemorating 165 years of indenture to SA: challenging Thala Vidhi in search of a better life
MY FATHER was from a generation that showed little emotion toward their children. Hugs and kisses were rare, if not entirely nonexistent. For him, there was no time for emotion. His dharma was to simply provide a better life for his family; this was all that mattered to him.
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