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Why SA Friends of Israel propagandist defected
As the American and European-backed Zionist regime occupying Palestine continues its campaign of terror against Palestinians, its propagandists have been working overtime. From fabricating
Boesak: No defence for Israeli ongoing crimes
Anti-apartheid activist-theologian, Dr. Allan Boesak, has come out unequivocally against South African apologists for the ongoing Western-back Israeli onslaught against Palestine. In a message
Appropriate legislation needed for Muslim marriages
The past few weeks have once again brought the decades-long debate of the legalisation of Muslim marriages to the fore. Following a Constitutional Court
JWST is an engineering and scientific feat of excellence
We’re taking a trip back in time with the James Webb Space Telescope. Known as the JWST, the telescope gives us new insights into
Hamas visits Cape Town
Expanding the temporary truce to include the West Bank would be a difficult task at this moment. That’s according to Dr Bassem Naim who
Released Israeli prisoner: “I will forever be a prisoner of gratitude…”
A written message to Hamas from a prisoner of war. Danyal was held by Hamas together with her daughter. The pair was released as
Dr Mads: “Don’t look for the suffering, look for the strength”
Understanding trauma in the context of war
On the 7th of October 2023, the world woke up from its slumber. The Palestinian struggle was no longer white noise rather it was
The law and the occupation of Palestine
The Zionist regime has been perpetrating decades of human rights violations; abducting Palestinians, detaining them indefinitely, uprooting agricultural land, illegally evicting them from their
Keeping the Palestinian struggle alive
The plight of Palestinians is a deeply concerning and complex issue that has been an ongoing and contentious topic for many years. It involves
The occupation regime’s attacks on civilians
We’ve known of the indiscriminate Israeli abduction and imprisonment campaign for years. Under Operation Al Aqsa Flood, the abductions are somewhat reminiscent of what
People, Religion, and War
The conflict in Palestine emerged in 1948 with the violent creation of the Zionist occupation regime, named Israel. It was premised on the argument
Nasrallah: Israel weak, US the real aggressor
America is the one bombing Gaza and killing Palestinians. This has become evident from the moment the resistance launched Operation Al Aqsa Flood. This
Muslims’ Moral Obligation to Boycott Oppression
There was some celebration last week, perhaps wrongly placed, when Africa4Palestine announced that the MJC Halal Trust had taken a policy decision not to
EXCLUSIVE: Gaza blackout – HAMAS speaks to Radio 786
As Israel cut-off internet and telecommunications to the Gaza Strip and intensified its deadly bombing campaign of the region, how prepared are the resistance
Gaza blackout – Does Israel have a plan?
On Saturday evening, 27 October, as the United Nations General Assembly met to push for a resolution for a ceasefire in the ongoing Israeli
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Where does Zionism feature in Judaism
Israel was created as a homeland for Jews. The prevailing argument is that the Promised Land was issued to the Israelites by God Almighty,
Trauma in the context of war – 100 years of perseverance
In recent weeks Israel has escalated its policy of collective punishment against the Palestinians. From grandmothers and grandfathers to babies and even the unborn,
The art of war – Islamically speaking
When should the believing people “fight” or partake in “war” and what does the Quran say about this? We explore this question through understanding
Thousands killed in Palestine – Where Is Allah?
As Israel continues it’s Western-backed campaign of terror and thousands of Palestinians are massacred, where is Allah (God)? Amid the suffering, has Allah abandoned
Appropriate legislation needed for Muslim marriages
The past few weeks have once again brought the decades-long debate of the legalisation of Muslim marriages to the fore. Following a Constitutional Court
Muslim Halaal farming family an inspiration for Quranic living
“Cleanliness (purity) is next to Godliness.” This oft-repeated phrase encapsulates the importance of maintaining hygiene as a human. But the Islamic faith goes a
SA Hajj committee seeks hujaaj feedback to improve pilgrimage
The committee setup by the government to ensure a well-organised Hajj and Umrah experience for pilgrims has requested feedback from those who carried out
Hajj – A journey to progress and activism
Hujaaj have reached the pinnacle of their pilgrimage, as the plains of Arafat are covered in white with millions converging on the mountain of
Religion on LGBTQ… – how do you deal with it?
Amid an intensified campaign to normalise homosexuality and the LGBTQIA+ etc. culture, Muslims and those of other faiths have grappled with how to react
Umrah – an opportunity for reflection
The Umrah or lesser Hajj pilgrimage is undertaken by Muslims throughout the year. It encompasses visiting the Holy Haram (Sanctuary) in Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Muslim families battle soaring inflation during Ramadaan
Global interest rates have soared, leaving thousands of Muslim families unable to afford the basic food basket or to enjoy the Ramadaan traditions they
VIDEO Palestinians attacked in al-Aqsa compound, driven out of i’tikaf
Israeli occupation forces have attacked worshippers in the al-Qibli prayer hall of the al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied Palestine.
Between martyrdom and life – Biko\Imam Haron
Annually, a portion of South Africans commemorate the martyrs or Shuhada Imam Abdullah Haron and Bantu Stephen Biko, both of whom were killed by
Die Maleier-tradisie van Moulood en Rampies Sny
Die Kaapse Maleier tradisie van Moulood en Rampies Sny leef nog sterk in die Kaap. Luister na Shihaam Domingo en Ismail Ely oor die
Muslims lose foremost scholar Sheikh Qaradawi
Leading Islamic Egyptian-born scholar Sheikh Yusuf al-Qardawi has passed on aged 96. He was considered among the top brains in the Islamic world and
VIDEO The thriving Indian Kokni legacy at the Cape
The Konkani – or locally, Kokni – community of the Cape have existed at the shores of Cape Town for over a century. Rehana
Supreme court hears Athaan restrictions case
Right-wing fringe groups in South Africa may be emboldened by what they’ve seen in India, the UK, and the United States. The South African
Prof Khaled Beydoun – Dissecting the tropes of Islamophobia
Countries like India, the United States, and France each exhibit a level of supremacy that discriminates against the human rights of minorities. In conversation
Exploiting hajj pilgrims for Saudi Israeli normalisation
Going on hajj is an uncertain and difficult process for Palestinians. They face Israeli imposed travel restrictions, while they must also journey to a
Hajj: Recommitment to faith and humanity
The pinnacle of Hajj is the Day of Arafat. Muslims gather at this mountain plain, where they pray and reassert their submission to their
Muslim Halaal farming family an inspiration for Quranic living
“Cleanliness (purity) is next to Godliness.” This oft-repeated phrase encapsulates the importance of maintaining hygiene as a human. But the Islamic faith goes a
Prof Fataar: Hajj not a narrow religious act of worship
Hajj is an intense embodiment of what it means to be Muslim. During this time, pilgrims are thrust into physical and spiritual tests, while
Public urged to seek help if battling with drug abuse
Drug abuse remains a serious ailment plaguing various communities. Marking national Anti-Drug Awareness Week [19 – 23 June], the Department of Social Development has
Defusing the youth unemployment timebomb
South Africa’s youth are bearing the brunt of the unemployment burden. Millions, even those who have academic degrees, cannot support themselves as they cannot
VIDEO Remembering the forgotten youth in the apartheid struggle
As South Africans mark Youth month, the Iziko Museum in Cape Town is highlighting the role played by students in the Western Cape in
Can a ‘Balance’ be struck with Islam and Islamic entertainment?
The Islamic entertainment industry has grown rapidly over the last decade. From influential Nasheed artists, Muslim influencers and models, and scholars with a strong
The Islamic responsibility in light of gender based violence(GBV)
The Pandemic of Gender Based Violence continues to plague South Africa. But with Muslims having an over three hundreds year rich history and cultural
Die Maleier-tradisie van Moulood en Rampies Sny
Die Kaapse Maleier tradisie van Moulood en Rampies Sny leef nog sterk in die Kaap. Luister na Shihaam Domingo en Ismail Ely oor die
VIDEO The thriving Indian Kokni legacy at the Cape
The Konkani – or locally, Kokni – community of the Cape have existed at the shores of Cape Town for over a century. Rehana
What kids get up to when Eskom blues hit
It’s frustrating enough when loadshedding hits, but what do the little one’s do to keep busy and how do they plan when Eskom decides
Supreme court hears Athaan restrictions case
Right-wing fringe groups in South Africa may be emboldened by what they’ve seen in India, the UK, and the United States. The South African
Kidnapped Shanawaaz Asghar was fetched from undisclosed location
There is relief as six-year-old Shanawaaz Asghar is safely at home. The boy who was kidnapped on Wednesday was reunited with his family last
6-year-old Kensington boy’s kidnapping was carefully orchestrated
Police continue to follow leads after the kidnapping of little Shahnawaz Asghar. He was taken in 4th Avenue in Kensington by six suspects on
Srebrenica – Search for victims overshadows the pain
It’s been a long walk to closure for the families of the Srebrenica massacre victims. July 12th marked 27 years since the attacks on
Fixing dignity by fixing toilets
Giving dignity back to people through fixing something vital to them is an honorable way to help humanity. An organization has done just that
Hajj: Recommitment to faith and humanity
The pinnacle of Hajj is the Day of Arafat. Muslims gather at this mountain plain, where they pray and reassert their submission to their
Understanding the root of plant-based milks
Has your coffee order become more complicated as you substitute cow’s milk for a plant-based variant? Are you one of those people have parted
Prime drink hits SA amid concerns
The reviews are in, and it seems that Youtuber, Logan Paul’s PRIME drinks are leaving South Africans with a bitter taste in the mouth.
Bitter pill for Clicks as independent pharmacies win in top court
A seven year battle against one of South Africa’s leading pharmaceutical retail chains has ended in victory for independent pharmacies as the Constitutional Court
Do Covid-19 vaccines cause deaths? – top cardiologist wants answers
The past week’s outrage from Western Cape Premier Alan Winde over a dissenting view on the impact of mRNA vaccinations for Covid-19 raises concern
Give jobs back to unvaccinated workers – Cosatu
Mandatory Covid-19 vaccinations are set to be challenged at a national policy level. Labour federation, Cosatu also wants those who were fired for refusing
How does our medication know where our pain is?
How does our medication know where the pain is and go straight to it? For example, how does aspirin know once in the body
Breast milk vs formula – Are ‘science’ journals being bribed by corporates?
The benefits of a mother’s milk are well-documented. And with the evidence growing, the manufacturers of formula substitutes are on the offensive to convince
Public sector cancer care expensive
The cost of cancer treatment for the average South African is very high. This as a study conducted in 2020 showed the cost of
Festive Family Feud: Mental health for the festive season
When the festive season rolls around there is always room for dessert, sleeping later over the weekends … and perhaps a few snide remarks
Does politics have an influence on science?
During the Covid-19 pandemic, scientists and researchers have bumped heads over their medical and scientific views on the developments of the Covid-19 pandemic. However,
Explainer: Omicron variant & its symptoms
South Africa’s last few months saw Covid-19 cases move out of the danger zone, except for the Gauteng province which remains the epicentre of
Omicron variant: What we know
Now that a new variant of Covid-19 has been detected in South Africa, scientists and researchers are tasked with understanding how the latest variant
Travel bans imposed on SA is unjustified – DIRCO
President Cyril Ramaphosa has slammed several countries’ rushed decision to impose travel bans on South Africa after scientists announced that a new Covid-19 variant
High Cost of PCR Tests Affects SA’s Covid Management
Covid PCR testing is being scrutinised. This after South Africa’s competition authority is ridiculing the price of Covid PCR testing, which they say has
Wits Surgical Skills Lab Aims to Breach Gap in Specialised Medical Careers
Wits University has officially launched its Surgical Skills Lab which hopes to breach the gap of South Africa’s critical shortage of expert medical specialists,
Bone Marrow Registry Celebrates 30 Years
The bone marrow registry celebrates its 30-year anniversary in September. It aims to use this as an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance
Candid Conrad – What will it take to turnaround SA Cricket
Can Shukri Conrad turn around the fortunes of SA cricket? A legend in his own right, there are a number of challenges ahead for
Apologising for slavery is not enough to heal the wounds of the oppressed
The Dutch state has formally apologised for its role in enslaving people and supporting the slave trade, as well as the detrimental impact it
SA Cricket Solidarity for BLM Takes a Knock
It remains to be seen whether South African wicket keeper Quinton de Kock will remain part of the T20 World Cup squad. This after
Western Cape Rugby Football Union (WPRFU) Placed Under Administration
South African Rugby Union (SARU) has placed the Western Cape Rugby Football Union (WPRFU) under administration. Being backed into a corner, SARU was left
Does Broos have the Magic that Bafana Bafana has been Missing?
South Africa’s national soccer team has had a long history of inconsistency, poor management, and low morale. This has clearly affected Bafana Bafana’s world
Critical Rassie Erasmus vs World Rugby
Submissions are due this week in the battle between World Rugby and South Africa’s Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus. It comes after Erasmus released
Unearthing South Africa’s Poor Sporting Performance
Did the Tokyo Olympic Games reveal the gaps in South Africa’s national teams? The 2020 Olympic Games saw South Africa’s most diverse athletes take
Tribute: Armien Brink (1967 – 2021)
Armien Brink, long-time community worker and an active member of sporting circles passed away on 11 August 2021. A member of the Collegians Rugby
Western Rugby Refs Bias Exposed?
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has garnered quite the attention, following a ‘leaked’ video of him exposing the alleged bias in the first Test between
Cassiem Bros – Coaching Olympic Standard Athletes
Hockey sensations Dayaan and Mustapha Cassiem have done SA proud, performing at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Bruce Jacobs is the head hockey coach at
Boxing: Punching All Those Bad Thoughts Away
Keeping fit, healthy and happy through the sport of boxing. This intense cardio sport can increase your happy hormones, help you lose weight and
Football legend Diego Maradona passes at age 60
Football legend Diego Maradona has passed away at the age of 60. He recently underwent surgery to remove a blood clot from his brain
WATCH: Jon Rahm skips ball over pond into hole-in-one
Spanish golfer, Jon Rahm bagged a hole-in-one at Augusta National for a second day in a row. On the first day, there were no
Calls for blind football to be one of UCT’s official sporting codes
In a bid to strengthen inclusion in society and sports, the ParaSportsClub at UCT has their eye set on having blind football as an
Assisting Community Sports Clubs at No Cost
The Sports Desk team invited Millenium Fundraising into the studio to discuss their initiative. Millennium Fundraising is a community-based company aimed at assisting community
Nizaam Carr Back on Home Soil
After focusing on his trade in the UK, Nizaam Carr is back on home soil! He talks about his humble beginnings, greatest achievements and
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