Skyler shares her playful energy

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Meet August's winner. Skyler is a one-year-old Husky from Malvern. Her mom says: "She’s playful, full of energy, and has a loving nature that brings joy to everyone ...

Join us for Durban's first cake picnic

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Durban will soon host a celebration of creativity and cakes at The Independent on Saturday Cake in the Garden event at the Durban Botanic Gardens on Saturday, September ...

Neglecting animals threatens public health, experts warn

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Experts warn of public health risks if animal welfare remains overlooked

Young artists show their talent

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The Young Artists’ Project exhibition is back and will take place at the KZNSA Gallery in Glenwood, Durban from August 22 to September 21. The gallery has a longstanding ...

A mom's plea: 'you can save my son'

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Bonakele never imagined that motherhood would mean becoming a full-time caregiver, medical advocate and voice for survival. But for the past two years, she’s been ...

Guitar legends on rare tour in KZN.

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TWO of South Africa’s most accomplished guitarists are coming together for a limited run of shows in KwaZulu-Natal next month, in what promises to be a once-in-a-generation ...

Annual Delville Wood commemoration honours South African sacrifice in WW1

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Join the city of Durban in commemorating the bravery and sacrifice of South African soldiers at the Annual Civic Memorial and Delville Wood Commemoration. Discover ...

Busting bone marrow donation myths: the truth behind the procedure

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Thousands of South Africans are in desperate need of bone marrow transplants. As we approach Bone Marrow Stem Cell Donation and Leukaemia Awareness Month, discover ...

Elders call on states to halt genocide and famine in Gaza

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Former World Leaders Accuse Israel of Blocking Aid and Fueling Humanitarian Catastrophe in Gaza.

South Africa celebrates World Elephant Day with strong conservation commitments

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On World Elephant Day, South Africa reaffirms its commitment to elephant conservation through innovative dialogue.

Melinda Ferguson makes waves as she launches independent publishing house

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Melinda Ferguson launches her independent publishing venture.

KZNPO opens early spring season

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The KZN Philharmonic is presenting a two-concert Early Spring Season featuring a joyous selection of music that includes old favourites and new horizons.

An international feast of dance

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The JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience promises an explosion of world-class contemporary dance in Durban at month end.

For the love of Mozart

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A Durban opera columnist’s passion shines in his debut novel Meetings with Mozart about a retired opera director and his love of music.

Women entrepreneurs: the overlooked engine of South Africa's economy

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s South Africa celebrates Women's Month, attention turns to the crucial role of female entrepreneurs in driving economic growth. Discover how women are reshaping ...

SA footballer wins soccer scholarship to University of Arizona

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Engen knockout champion Adrielle Mibe to play soccer at University of Arizona

Meet Storm, our pet of the month winner

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This month winner is Storm a six-week-old Siberian Husky from Clare Estate, who narrowly beat his litter mate Koda to the title. Storm's mum said: "Storm is full ...

AI can solve South Africa's water crisis

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AI can be used to solve the country’s water crisis.

Building KZN's biggest orchestra ever

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Music en Masse is annual event that brings together anyone who can read and play music, from all ages and cultures in KZN to create “the biggest orchestra ever seen ...

Over 1 000 marimba players unite for world record attempt in South Africa

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Join the rhythm of history as over 1 000 marimba players unite in Cape Town to attempt a Guinness World Records title. This moment promises to be a vibrant celebration ...

Engineer expelled by ECSA over George building collapse

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ECSA expels engineer over George building collapse, refers case for criminal probe

Nourishing matrics in need

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In a moving display of unity and ubuntu, The Pavilion Shopping Centre once again partnered with SA Harvest to host its second Mandela Day “Buckets of Nutrition for ...

Giving children a day of fun

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Treat every day like it is Mandela Day, was the recurring message at two children-focused Mandela Day events in Pietermaritzburg. Children from the Joseph Baynes ...

Deep Blue: Why we love the sea

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Veruska De Vita, a learner free diver and open-water swimmer has written a book exploring the magic of the ocean and why its calls to us.

Four sentenced to 15 years each for poaching critically endangered Clivia mirabilis

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Four foreign nationals receive 15-year prison sentences for poaching endangered Clivia mirabilis plants, valued up to R30 million, sending a strong message in the ...