Express abductions to ransom demands

Monishka Govender|Published

‘Many kidnappings are going undetected, leaving kidnappings to still be regarded as a lucrative and low-risk criminal opportunity. ’

Tongaat Welfare Society forced to repair municipal grounds despite R128 000 hire fee

Monishka Govender|Published

“The responsibility of the state is to see for its people. We help the government by addressing social issues and poverty but they don’t seem to want to make our ...

Young woman's R5. 3m Lotto win transforms family's future

Monishka Govender|Published

She used the same numbers her late father always played

Severe flooding claims lives and displaces residents

Monishka Govender|Published

Four fatalities were reported in Folweni, KwaMakhutha, Demat and Ensimbini after a wall collapsed, while the occupants were asleep

Call for ban on lethal pesticide after child deaths

Monishka Govender|Published

“We've also launched a petition that seeks to hold the South African government and chemical industry to account for deaths and serious illnesses from toxic pesticides ...

Dhania crisis: South African prices soar as heat wave affects crops

Monishka Govender|Published

In a recent TikTok video, one person complained about paying R20 for a bunch of dhania. This sparked a discussion on the price with some social media users responding ...

The tragic killing of Imam Muhsin Hendricks: a call for justice and understanding

Monishka Govender|Published

The assassination of Hendricks, South Africa’s first openly gay Imam, has ignited a fierce debate within the Muslim community, highlighting issues of acceptance ...

Competition Tribunal confirms R101m settlement with Willowton in price-fixing case

Monishka Govender|Published

The investigation focused on claims that these companies had colluded to fix prices and divide markets for edible oils, including baking fats and margarine, dating ...

Pupils resume classes with heightened security

Monishka Govender|Published

Parents express deep frustration and concern for their children's safety as the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education responds to a violent incident at Centenary ...

School violence: beyond racial tensions in classrooms

Monishka Govender|Published

“We need to show race in a positive light rather than an issue from the past”

Diamond anniversary: Tongaat couple's 60-year Valentine's Day love story

Monishka Govender|Published

The most important thing in marriage is understanding. My husband understands me well. In all these years, he always lets me grow and be myself

Tongaat teen shares faith through free devotional music CDs

Monishka Govender|Published

“I love what I do, so I wanted to share it with all Lord Muruga’s devotees. I wanted to make their Thai Poosam Kavady prayers more special and for them to connect ...

Ensuring food safety: how a KZN company is leading the charge against food poisoning

Monishka Govender|Published

As food poisoning cases rise in South Africa, a pioneering company, led by an all-women team, is dedicated to ensuring food safety through rigorous testing and research ...

Earlington Secondary sets new benchmark with perfect matric results

Monishka Govender|Published

Phoenix school awarded for their excellent 2024 NSC results

Girl, 7, dies after eating chips contaminated with a deadly insecticide

Monishka Govender|Published

Parents call for probe into daughter’s death

Devotees outraged as metro police issue parking tickets during kavady festival

Monishka Govender|Published

“This is the first time that I have seen the metro officers issuing tickets on a holy day, and actively in an area they have not been seen in before. ”

Young twins join family tradition in Thai Poosam Kavady celebration

Monishka Govender|Published

They carried their first kavady on Monday at Shree Emperumal Hindu Temple in Mount Edgecombe.

KZN businessman Zakariyya Desai undergoes medical tests after being held by kidnapped for five months

Monishka Govender|Published

Family calls for privacy until he recovers emotionally and physically

How security officer Chris Pillay saved dumped new-born from death

Monishka Govender|Published

‘He was given a certificate of outstanding performance for saving the child's life’

Mother charged with abandonment after leaving newborn baby in a stormwater drain

Monishka Govender|Published

The woman, 32, was found with her friend's passport and a plastic hospital tag.

Kruger Park tragedy: grandfather's ultimate sacrifice saves children from elephant

Monishka Govender|Published

The 57-year-old from Piet Retief, Mpumalanga, was spending Saturday at the park with his family when he was trampled to death by a male elephant.

Behind bars but not bound: Christopher Singh's journey to academic success

Monishka Govender|Published

He wants to follow in his late mother’s footsteps and become a chartered accountant

Concerns rise among traders as Tongaat Daily Market receives R2. 5 million for repairs

Monishka Govender|Published

Over the years, the building has gone into a state of disrepair, leaving traders uncomfortable and fearing for their safety.

Couple honours late father with unique wedding favours: lottery tickets

Monishka Govender|Published

“The best part was that many guests won various amounts of money in the draw. Even if it was just a few bucks, it was a fun moment we will always remember. ”

Parents express frustration and concern over the Department of Education's handling of the violence at the school

Monishka Govender|Published

‘Black and Indian parents are standing together. We won’t be divided’