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Field Notes from photographers’ archives
The exhibition ‒ Field Notes ‒ presents an archive of the photographer’s views, reflecting on the themes of fragility, power, togetherness and the significance of the spaces we call home. The Chairman, in Durban’s Mahatma Gandhi Road, is hosting Field Notes, which opened last night and runs until November 17.
eThekwini mayor Xaba calls for unity on Gandhi’s 155th birthday
EThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba emphasises the importance of unity in addressing social issues during the 155th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi’s birth.
Does the Natal Indian Congress have a role in the future South Africa we want and deserve?
There is no doubt of the impact of the NIC on the country’s politics – and history – especially its role in forming the United Democratic Front in 1983, which mobilised against apartheid, demanding the creation of a united, nonracial, non-sexist, and democratic South Africa, the writer says.
Motlanthe calls for collective fight against graft and crime
‘We have to work together to fight against the corruption besetting our country. We have to work together to revive our country and rid it of bad elements such as corruption and crime. ’
Mac Maharaj | ‘The task of transforming our divided society remains a work in progress’
In the midst of the Passive Resistance Campaign, the two Indian leaders and Dr Xuma, the President of the ANC, signed the Dadoo-Xuma-Naicker Pact in 1947.
Emulating the women of 1956 would help build a united SA
Unity and solidarity were not created overnight but through bringing together women of all races, faiths and ethnic divisions into one organisation, working together to address the needs of all.
On this day, April 6
Cape Town’s beginning, the first modern Olympics, Gandhi ‘shakes’ the British Empire’s foundations, and what caused the Rwandan genocide.
On this day in history, March 12
Events that ripple though time, some of which may tickle your fancy, or event your funny bone
Ending gender-based violence: women must take the lead
The women’s visible leadership in the frontlines of the marches galvanised unprecedented support and enthusiasm for the movement and thousands of male workers, even from remote parts of Natal, joined the strike.
India's Gandhi bailed in defamation case over murder remarks
Rahul Ghandi, leader of India’s opposition party, was released on bail this week in a defamation case brought against him for referring to the home minister as an accused murderer.
Tourism KZN showcases province in India
Tourism KZN said the roadshow started last week and covers five Indian cities, Jaipur, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bangalore and Mumbai.
Phoenix Settlement extracts the best from diversity
It would be appropriate in this 120th year of the Phoenix Settlement for all South Africans to reflect on the history of Phoenix Settlement and the ideals on which it was based.
On this day in history, January 20
Real people, real stories – more than just dates and boring facts
On this day in history, December 14
Real people, real stories – more than just dates and boring facts
Gandhi statue auction benefits Verulam centre
When Esay Reddy first saw a life-sized statue of peace icon Mahatma Gandhi at the Verulam Day and Frail Care Centre last week, she knew that she had to have it.
Arrival of indentured workers celebrated
This is the historic day which took place on November 16, 1860, when the first Indians landed in Durban aboard the SS Truro from Madras. They were brought to work in the sugar-cane plantations of the then-Port Natal.
On this day in history, November 15
Some of the more interesting things that happened on this day.
On this day in history, November 6
Some of the more interesting things that happened on this day.
Professor Hoosen Jerry Coovadia was a medical and political genius
OPINION: Professor Jerry Coovadia never sought positions and never refused to share his expertise and knowledge to further the goals of liberation, writes Dr Ela Gandhi.
Hungarian and US scientists win medicine Nobel for Covid-19 vaccine discoveries
Katalin Kariko and Drew Weissman contributed to the unprecedented rate of vaccine development during one of the greatest threats to human health in modern times.