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The giants who refused to panic finally strike gold
THE 2025/26 football season will be remembered as the year the long-suffering pragmatists finally broke the matrix.
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May 27, 2026
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The remarkable journey of a community shaped by resilience
BLOOD, SWEAT AND TEARS
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May 27, 2026
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Proud teacher celebrates school anniversary
AS ONE of the first teachers of Pioneer Primary School in Phoenix, Srinivasan Moonsamy Munien said he was proud and happy to see the school celebrate its 50th anniversary this year.
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May 27, 2026
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De Zerbi saves Spurs as Blues miss out on Europe
TOTTENHAM midfielder James Maddison praised Roberto de Zerbi for using his passionate personality to save the club from the humiliation of relegation.
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May 27, 2026
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Phoenix Football Association: a legacy of unity and sport emerges from the ashes of apartheid
KEEP THE TORCH BURNING
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May 27, 2026
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“The Phoenix’: a journey of resilience and community
The Phoenix chronicles the resilience and identity of a community shaped by history, struggle and renewal. This book delves into the rich tapestry of life in Phoenix, celebrating its cultural heritage and the enduring spirit of its people, writes Dr Muni Kooblal
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May 27, 2026
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K Govender & Partners - in-room scope procedures now available
THE practice of specialist surgeons K Govender & Partners now offers in-room scope procedures, with no or reduced co-payments depending on the patient's medical aid plan — making these essential procedures more affordable and accessible.
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May 27, 2026
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Timeline of Phoenix's founding history
The period between the 1950s and the 1970s in South Africa witnessed the emergence of a central state housing policy in delineated group areas.
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May 27, 2026
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Lions players who could fuel 'miracle' against Leinster
LEINSTER’S wounded pride, homeground advantage and star-studded squad make them overwhelming favourites for Saturday's United Rugby Championship (URC) quarter-final in Dublin, but the Lions have made a habit of defying expectations this season.
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May 27, 2026
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Mother Phoenix: She raised us all - and the world knows it
“THEY gave us numbered units on sugar cane fields and called it a future. We turned it into a home, a community, a history — and from that home we sent our children out to change the world. That is the story of Phoenix. It deserves to be told whole.”
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May 27, 2026
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Menagerie can do the tango
PUNTERS face a competitive card on the poly at Hollywoodbets Greyville today but the first leg of the Pick 6 should fall the way of Menagerie.
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May 27, 2026
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Deportation fears keep immigrant fans away from US stadiums
HAITI'S first World Cup appearance since 1974 is a source of immense pride, but Emile, a Haitian living in Ohio, is afraid to attend a match because of US President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.
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May 27, 2026
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Phoenix Settlement: the founding values and vision
This is an extract from the book, Gandhi's African Legacy: Phoenix Settlement 1904 to 2024, a History Through Letters, by Uma Dhupelia-Mesthrie.
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May 27, 2026
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Sunrisers chase hat-trick of wins over Royals
THE stakes could not be higher as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) prepare to lock horns in the eliminator of Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur today.
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May 27, 2026
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Remembering the unsung heroes: why our stories must be told
THE story of South Africa’s freedom struggle cannot be told through the names of presidents, political parties, or famous leaders alone. The foundation of our democracy was built by thousands of ordinary men and women whose sacrifices remain largely unknown.
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May 27, 2026
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Phoenix at 50: scar, symbol and spirit
PHOENIX township, marking its 50th anniversary, is a paradox etched into Durban’s landscape — scarred by apartheid’s cruelty, yet radiant with resilience.
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May 27, 2026
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The unwritten rules of putting green behaviour
WHEN you arrive on the green, the first responsibility is to leave it in better condition than you found it.
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May 27, 2026
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The price of peace in Phoenix
DIVIDE AND RULE
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May 27, 2026
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The spinning wizard of Phoenix
HIGH GROUND OF THE PAST
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May 27, 2026
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A return to simplicity: the evolution of children’s birthday parties
A TABLE filled with chips, sweets and Oros in paper cups. A homemade cake and a handful of friends running around. Those were the days when children's parties were simple. Fast forward to now, and things feel different.
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May 27, 2026
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Phoenix Township: from Gandhi's settlement to modern challenges
PHOENIX is a large township situated approximately 20 kilometres north of Durban in KwaZulu-Natal.
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May 27, 2026
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From apartheid's ashes to community flame
FIFTY years ago, Phoenix township was not born of choice, but of compulsion.
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May 27, 2026
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Dr Luren Reddy - at forefront of orthopaedic innovation
DR Luren Reddy is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon renowned for his commitment to excellence in patient care and innovation in modern orthopaedics.
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May 27, 2026
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Phoenix's first mosque serves all faiths
AS PHOENIX commemorates 50 years since its establishment, the spotlight turns to the institutions that shaped its early community life such as the Baghdadi Musjid, recognised as the first mosque built in the area.
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May 27, 2026
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Eunice David: the quiet flame of Phoenix's struggle
In the rich but often painful tapestry of South Africa’s liberation Struggle, many names are etched in bold letters — but some, like Eunice David, are written in quiet gold, their impact profound yet often unheralded.
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May 27, 2026
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‘By the time I get to Phoenix ... she'll be rising’
FIFTY years ago, a dusty patch of cane fields and gritty dirt was given a name borrowed from a mythical bird. Today, that bird is very much on the move.
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May 27, 2026
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Phoenix celebrates 50 years amid perceived tensions between Indians and Africans
AS THE township of Phoenix in Durban commemorates its 50th anniversary this year, there is so much to celebrate, reflect on, and unlearn/learn from our long and ugly history of racial segregation, polarisation, and discrimination.
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May 27, 2026
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Waiting for change, making a life
THOSE who made their way to Phoenix travelled many roads. In our research on waiters, we found out about so many who had made their lives in Phoenix. Waiters have fascinating stories because they live in two worlds at once.
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May 27, 2026
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Kolbe signing cannot be the last for Cape side
THE acquisition of Cheslin Kolbe should not be the last major signing for the Stormers ahead of the next United Rugby Championship (URC) season.
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May 27, 2026
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50 years later: flood victims share journey from Tin Town to Phoenix
FIFTY years ago, flood victims of Springtown Flats, commonly known as Tin Town, were given new hope after they were allocated homes in Phoenix.
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