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IN AN ERA era when natural health supplements are increasingly sought-after, Ancient Herbals stands out as a beacon of traditional phytotherapy supported by modern science. Ayurveda, “the science of life” since 3000BC, emphasises the importance of preventive measures for improving health and preventing disease-causing factors affecting the body. The great thing about Ayurveda is that its treatments always yield “side benefits, not side effects” unlike chemical formulated medicine. Medicinal mushrooms have improved biological functions of the human body pre-dating to 2000BC. We offer a range of meticulously blended organic herbal and extract products designed to enhance your health naturally. Our unique product specific formulations include blends of trending organic Ayurvedic ingredients such as ashwaghandha, shilajit, moringa, tumeric, shatavari, guduchi and certain mycelium such as lion’s mane, reishi, turkey tail and…

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Duff is a psychic medium, past life specialist, spiritual coach, healer and animal communicator. She has been connecting with spirit for more than 20 years and runs her business, Quantum Soul, from Waterfall in KwaZulu-Natal. Duff can be contacted at 072 986 5514 or email sharron@quantsoul.com ARIES (March 21 – April 19) This is a great week for romance and new beginnings. Take a leap of faith for a new business venture but make sure your plans are in place. An old flame may come back into your life. Make peace with the past but leave it where it is. Find someone trustworthy to share a new idea with and to help it grow. Colour: lime green. TAURUS (April 20 – May 20) Read the small print in all your…

1 tray of chicken wings cut into two 1½ cups flour ½ cup buttermilk 3 tbs braai masala Add the chicken, buttermilk and salt in a bowl. Mix and rest for four hours. Add the braai masala to a bowl with the flour. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and coat the pieces in the flour mixture. My trick is to place the flour mixture in a packet, add the chicken pieces four at a time, close the packet and shake it. Fry the chicken pieces on medium heat for six minutes until they are golden brown. Ensure the oil is not too hot or the chicken will get brown but it will not be cooked.…

1 rooster chicken, cut 2 onion sliced 2 tomato chopped 3 tbs ginger and garlic 8 green chillies thyme 3 curry leaves salt 6 to 7 tbs Durban Mixed Masala coriander, chopped 8 boiled eggs 5 potatoes, cut in half oil Heat the oil in a pot. Add the curry leaves, thyme and chillies. Fry for five minutes. Add the onions, ginger, garlic and tomato. Cook for six minutes. Add the masala and cook for two minutes. Add the chicken and salt. Add the water and cook until the chicken is soft, about two hours. The rooster takes longer than Cornish chicken. Add the potatoes and mix. Cook until the potatoes are soft. Garnish with the coriander and boiled eggs.…

“YOU are next. Pow pow!” That was an online death threat Delon Jaganath received on his TikTok account, days before he and his girlfriend, Micaela Pillay, were gunned down outside their home in Clayfield. Police sources alleged this week that the shooting was linked to an ongoing drug turf war between rival drug lords in Phoenix. “At this stage we believe this was a hit. It has been alleged that a well-known drug dealer who lives in Unit 4 but runs his operations in the Unit 5 area was known to Delon. A rival drug lord from Unit 2 allegedly ordered the hit on the couple because of the turf war,” the source said. Jaganath, 27, and Pillay, 26, were both self-employed, and had returned home last Thursday night just…

THE family of a Phoenix tow truck operator who was allegedly killed by a drunk teenage driver, are calling for swift justice. In the early hours of Saturday morning, Daniel Poongavanam, 40, who worked for Trinity Towing, was assisting the driver of a heavy-duty truck which had broken down, when a driver of a VW Golf 7 TSI allegedly rammed into his vehicle, causing it to catch alight on the R102 near Phoenix. Bradley Poongavanam, his younger brother, said the father-of-one, who was seated in the tow truck, a Nissan Harbody, was burnt beyond recognition. “Our family are devastated. All we want is the law to take its course and for the person responsible to be punished.” Poongavanam said Daniel, who was on-duty, had stopped to assist the driver who…

CATEGORY 1: Senior meritorious awards (80 years and above) Parvathy Govender (Thanga Maam), Soobrie Govindsamy, Perry Govender, Dr Seelan Sarugaser, Basil Kisten, Freddie Naidoo, Sunny Pillay, Sunny Naidoo (Mascot), Ganie Naidoo, Vadi Ruthunam, Soobrie Naidoo, Johnny Naidoo, Arumugam Moonayan (Aroo), Bobby Sethurayer, Billy Moodley, Daddy Naidoo, and Dr Sundravel Yengaram Govender (special award). CATEGORY 2: Posthumous awards collected by George Ramalu, Lutchman Mickey Periyappen, Prem Ramnarian, Shunmugam (Shan) Govender, Michael Munsamy, Blondie Puckree, Gandhi Govender, Mundy Moonsamy, Faizel Yakoob Ahmed, Sigamoney Zorro Soobramoney, Bendix Narainsamy, Raj Govender, Johnny Pillay, Puckree Rasen, Nelson (Juice) Ramsamy, Sunny (Hot Shot) Ramsamy Govender, Bala Naidoo, George Kanniappen, Dickie Naidoo, Steve Sagadaven, Chris Nair, Subba Archary, Janaki Pillay, Vassa Kannie, PM Govender and Stone Pather. CATEGORY 3 : Education: Strini Munian, Krish Gounden, Denny Chetty,…

LOCAL welfare organisations are buckling under financial stress due to budget cuts by the Department of Social Development (DSD) since March this year, a lack of donor funding and inflation. Some organisations say the budget cuts have made it almost impossible to maintain services to abandoned, abused and orphaned children and abused women. The Phoenix Child Welfare will have to close its doors by the end of the year if they do not secure enough funding for its operating costs. Sham Maharaj, the organisation’s chairman for 25 years, who now serves as a co-ordinator, said they had to scale down programmes and take in fewer children at the children’s home due to their present financial crisis. “Our budget was cut by R28 000 per month by DSD. This had a…

I AM WRITING to express my deep concerns regarding the trend of inviting foreign pastors to South Africa without proper scrutiny. It is becoming increasingly evident that some of the pastors might be misleading our people and potentially causing harm to our communities. This is exemplified by the fact that some of them are masquerading and claiming to be men of God, while indulging in a life of sin. They often like to pray upon our people. Upon laying their hands on our people, a lot of spiritual energy is transferred from them. The legality of their presence raises serious questions. Who has ordained them? Under what authority are they operating within our borders? To whom are they accountable? To whom are they answerable in the event of a problem…

SERIAL party hopper Visvin Reddy’s newly minted membership of Jacob Zuma’s uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) in no way affords him credibility to condemn the salaries of ministers (the POST, July 24-28). Besides now belonging to a party whose leader facilitated state capture and the loss of at least R500 billion through his Gupta connections, while spending taxpayer millions on his Nkandla homestead, Reddy’s track record on being a diligent sentinel regarding taxpayer-funded salaries is risible. When eThekwini city manager Musa Mbhele’s salary was hiked to R3.9 million a year, just R200 000 short of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s salary, councillor Reddy’s concerns about frugality were muted. Of course, they had to be since his one-seat African Democratic Change party was helping keep the ANC in power in the municipality. Significantly, he…

THE month of July is recognised as a National Savings Month. It's now the end of July and the awareness level of saving is very low, which is disappointing. The cost of living is soaring. It is time to tighten our belts but sadly many people are taking no heed and spending as if there is no tomorrow. It seems people are not even aware of the recession. What is even worse is that in casinos, many gamblers have this illusion that they will recover their losses if they gamble. Most definitely times have changed with the new generation and peer pressure, money has lost its value and respect. There is definitely a culture whereby people are living beyond their means and are themselves getting trapped by loan sharks…

SHOPPERS at the Phoenix Plaza recalled this week how they had to duck for cover after a gang of robbers, armed with AK-47s, stormed a jewellery store and then opened fire inside and outside the mall as they made their getaway on Sunday. More armed suspects were spotted keeping a watch in the mall and in the parking lot. Robert Netshuinda, a KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson, said the suspects made off with cash and jewellery. “As they fled from the scene, police officers from the Phoenix Trio Crimes Team responded and chased a white bakkie, which the suspects were travelling in. “With the suspects shooting at the police from the back of the bakkie, police retaliated and a shoot-out ensued. “Two more getaway vehicles driven by another group of suspects started…

AS THE 2024 Olympic Games kicked-off last Friday, the call to have Israel banned from participating in the event has been met with a mixed reaction from various stakeholders in South Africa. The games are under way in Paris, France, until August 11. From as early as last month, the Palestine Solidarity Alliance Youth League (PSAYL) called for Israel to be banned. They had also started a petition urging the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (Sascoc), “to take a principled stand” by advocating for the ban of Israel from participating. The PSAYL said in a statement that this action would mirror the historic decision to ban apartheid South Africa from international sporting events due to its policies of racial segregation and oppression. “The parallels between the apartheid policies…

ISABELLA Simone Chitharai is on a winning streak. Last month, she participated in the African Union Sports Council (AUSC), Union of African Karate Federation (UFAK) Region 5 championship in Namibia and won one gold and two bronze medals in the under-14 category.She then participated in the KwaZulu-Natal Women’s Cup and won triple gold; and last week she won one gold and two silver medals at the South African Open. The 12-year-old of Palmview, Phoenix, said she had many goals. “I want to achieve my continental colours and hopefully go to the World Championships or even the Olympics. In terms of academics, after I matriculate, I want to be a scientist,” said the grade 7 pupil at Palmview Primary and the school’s head prefect. Isabella attends the Palmview Karate Club and…

Healing Hills Hospital is a dedicated specialist voluntary mental health hospital in Inchanga, KwaZulu-Natal, the serene heartland of the Valley of a Thousand Hills. At our facility true interdisciplinary care is reflective of the science and art of psychiatry. We not only use state-of-the-art therapy, it’s also the finesse of delivery. Healing Hills Hospital has sourced the right combination of skills to enrich the patient’s experience and is driven to deliver optimal outcomes. Admission to the hospital is through referral by a registered health professional and is covered by medical aid under “mental health benefits”. We can also assist to get you in contact with a registered health professional. Visit our facility at 2 Inchanga Drive, Inchanga Hills, KwaZulu-Natal, 3670, or contact the hospital at 031 783 4998 for more…

IN TODAY’S fast-paced world, the surge in mental health conditions has become a significant concern impacting various aspects of our lives. World Schizophrenia Day was commemorated on July 25. Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder characterised by disruption in thinking, emotions and perceptions, and it can significantly impact an individual’s ability to function in daily life. The prevalence of schizophrenia is estimated at around 1% of the South African population as per epidemiological studies and surveys. Mondia Health’s holistic approach to mental wellness creates a platform for psychiatrists, psychologists, a therapy team and nurses, effectively providing treatment to patients, involving a combination of antipsychotic medications, psychotherapy and social support systems that foster a fulfilled and meaningful life. “We firmly believe that individuals should not be defined by a label or…

JULY is Mental Illness Awareness Month. While many people have become more informed about mental health, we have a long way to go on informing ourselves. Mental health patients face a lot of stigma because of it being poorly understood. The spectrum of mental illness include illnesses like bipolar mood disorder, major depressive disorder and schizophrenia, as well as alcohol or drug use disorders. Did you know that bipolar mood disorder is the most hereditary mental health disorder? It’s common in today’s society for people to follow tradition, and incorporate spirituality and religion into mental health conditions. While this is to be respected, it is always advisable to seek medical attention as a simple imbalance in the neural system can cause severe symptoms affecting mood, thoughts and actions. The imbalances…

CHILDREN who partially lose vision before age 10 may be at risk of developing hearing issues, according to a study led by an international team. Researchers from the Sankara Nethralaya Eye Hospital in Chennai included 52 participants under 33 years old, who took part in 480 separate trials. In the trial, they were exposed to sounds emitted from distances ranging from 1.2m to 13.8m away. Participants had to estimate the distance the sound came from. The results showed that children who experienced partial vision loss found it more difficult to accurately judge the location of a sound than those who lost sight later in life. They tended to judge that sounds played from close distances, up to 5m, were actually coming from further away. The team also found that distance…

4 chicken breasts, cut in cubes salt 1 tbs peri-peri masala ½ cup buttermilk Mix everything together. Set aside for 15 minutes. Flour mixture: 1 cup flour 1 tbs peri peri masala salt Mix everything and coat each piece of chicken in the flour mixture. Deep fry until golden. Sauce: 1 tbs garlic 1 tbs red chilli paste 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/3 cup tomato sauce 1/3 cup sweet chilli sauce ¼ cup soy sauce 2 tbs brown sugar 1 tbs orange zest salt 1 tbs ginger 1 tsp thyme In a pot, add all the ingredients and boil for six minutes. Coat the chicken in the sauce. Serve with rice.…

THE husband of Durban beautician, Sarika Bridgmohan, who has been charged with her kidnapping and attempted murder, told the court he was not on the run, but on vacation in the Eastern Cape when he was arrested. Ramith Aneerudh, 37, of Newlands West, and one of his co-accused, Deon Tyler Naidu, 45, of Umzinto, made a formal bail application in the uMlazi Magistrate’s Court last week. A third accused, Kyle Goldstone, 37, of Ifafa Beach, did not apply for bail. They have been charged with conspiracy to commit murder, kidnapping, attempted murder, and robbery with aggravating circumstances. It has been alleged Aneerudh hired the hitmen to kill his wife. In an affidavit, read out by State prosecutor Celene Mohan, the investigating officer, Detective-Sergeant Kenneth Khanyase of Amanzimtoti SAPS, said on…

MOUNT Edgecombe’s oldest resident, the first teachers at Natest Primary School and local sporting heroes were among 135 people honoured for “shaping, transforming and contributing” to the development of the town, north of Durban. The awards ceremony was hosted by the Mount Edgecombe Springboks Football Club at Natest Primary School in Campbells Town on Saturday. Patchie Naicker, one the organisers, said they had called for nominations via social media and word of mouth. “Our aim was to honour former members of the Mount Edgecombe Springboks Football and those who were responsible for shaping, transforming and contributing to this community.” Naicker said Arumugam Moonayan, fondly known as Aroo, 92, was given a meritorious award. He is one of the oldest living residents in Mount Edgecombe. Moonayan was one of the first…

The potential failure of Tongaat Hulett Limited’s business rescue process threatens to unleash a cascade of economic and social consequences that could derail South Africa’s sugar industry, trigger an influx of sugar imports, and result in the devastating loss of an estimated 700 000 jobs. This dire situation highlights the critical importance of Tongaat Hulett to the sugar industry and the broader South African economy. The sugar industry is responsible for half of all income generated by field crop farming in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga, producing over R20 billion in annual revenue. It acts as a significant employment driver in rural regions and supports about one million people through its various farming and milling activities. Tongaat Hulett currently represents around 25% of this industry. It sources as much as 43% of…

WE NOTE recent concerns raised by the Public Servants Association of South Africa (PSA) regarding the issue of vacancies, including senior positions, within numerous KwaZulu-Natal health facilities. The PSA’s concerns have hit the nail on the head. Acting persons within senior management means that while the roles of accounting officers of institutions are occupied, the required levels of rigorous accountability and respect are absent. The situation also creates undue expectations and fosters an environment of toxic internal politics, as has been previously brought to my attention at the Newcastle Hospital. It also undermines stability and efficiency within the health-care system and, ultimately, has a negative effect on service delivery and patient care. KZN’s Department of Health is a major contributing culprit to the fiscal cliff facing our province. However, as…

THE idea of forming the SA Fed Soccer Legends arose when an Invitational National Football League (NFL) XI hosted the Federation Professional League (FPL) Legends in April 2006 at DHS. The FPL Legends convincingly beat the NFL XI by 3 goals to 1. The late Don Mudaly, late Deena Pillay and Vincent Pillay felt it was an ideal time to host similar matches and assist ailing soccer legends. They invited prominent sporting icons to a meeting at the Independent Newspapers building in Greyville. After several meetings, the SA Fed Soccer Legends was born. The aim was “to unite, give recognition and support to players and officials of the South African Soccer League (SASL) and FPL from 1960 to 1990”. The objective of the organisation was “to render moral and…

THE intricate details of how the kidnapping for ransom of the chief financial officer of Crossmoor (Xmoor)Transport – a family owned business – was planned and executed, emerged in the Durban High Court this week. Sandra Munsamy, 46, was forced off the road in Pinetown and taken at gunpoint on May 30, 2019. Her alleged kidnappers demanded a $10 million (R148m) ransom from her family. At the time, the mother-of-two was taken to a house in Emalahleni (Witbank) in Mpumalanga where she was chained at the ankle and held captive for more than five months. She was rescued during a joint operation by members of several law enforcement agencies on November 7, 2019. Lucas John Ndlovu, 36, and Dumisani Radebe, 39, both of Mpumalanga, Jose Omega Tembe, 38, and Arthur…

SPORT, which was once a form of entertainment based on ability and healthy competition, and traditionally embodied a sense of honour, prestige, and national pride, has now emerged as an essential political, social and economic force, e.g. the competition to host the Olympic Games and Fifa World Cup. A common argument is that such global sports events provide opportunities for local economic development and attract foreign investment. Although such events do produce benefits, the international experience suggests that the ephemeral and exaggerated benefits privileged the elite at the expense of the poor, socio-economic inequalities tend to be exacerbated, and the taxpayer picks up the astronomical bill. Organisations like Fifa, the International Olympics Committee (IOC) and the Commonwealth Games Federation (which are not known for transparency and public accountability) have basically…

Robbie Naidoo, a sports journalist, writer for more than three decades and a former sports editor at the POST, is accredited by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for the Olympic Games in Paris. This is Naidoo’s fourth Olympics after Beijing, London and Rio. He chatted to the POST about the experience so far. Q: What is the atmosphere in Paris? A: The atmosphere is brilliant. The French are more emotional than other nations I have seen and have great fervour, especially around their athletes. I think their anthem, La Marseillaise is also by far the best in the world. It literally lifts their players. I suppose this is why it is used by revolutionaries the world over. Q: You have met with film producer and member of the IOC,…

ETTING a complete fully turned swing is the key to gaining distance and achieving accuracy. I have seen many golfers stab at the ball and have unfinished swings that influence all sorts of mistakes. Having a complete swing is when your belt buckle faces the target after impact. We call this the photo finish in golf. A great drill to get this position is to make a swing, impact, and then hold that finish position until your ball lands on the ground after flight. This will help the muscle memory and become a routine finish. This position should be done with all shots except for putting. Its plays a huge factor in controlling the aim towards the target and will be beneficial even when chipping. The short shots still require…

HOW many times have you seen someone (or yourself) lose a fish right at the end of the fight? Remember, you don’t get to fish every day, let alone catch every time you go fishing. Make the most of the fish you catch and enjoy the fight. Use the waves to help pull the fish up the beach or over the rocks. Loosen your drag to allow the line to peel off should the fish dart off on a final run. Enjoy and have fun. The shore angling has been great despite the dirty water. The key has been finding spots that have cleared up a bit quicker. The areas around Richards Bay, Tugela and Ballito have been the most productive. There have been hammerheads off the deeper points during…

NEW DELHI: High cholesterol comes with no symptoms but it was a silent killer and a major risk factor for heart disease in India, said health experts. The first-ever Indian guidelines for high cholesterol management released recently by the Cardiological Society of India, recommended early cholesterol testing at the age of 18 years, to identify the risk for cardiovascular diseases (CVD) earlier in life. This comes as recent data from the National Crime Records Bureau showed that India witnessed a staggering 12.5% increase in heart attack cases in 2022 alone. According to the 2023 Global Burden of Disease report, the age-standardised CVD death rate of 272 per 100 000 population in India is higher than the global average of 235 per 100 000 population, indicating a significant CVD burden in…

DR SOPHIE Ramsaroop is a general practitioner with a diploma in occupational health and a special interest in aesthetic medicine, being accredited by the Aesthetic Medicine and Anti-ageing Society of South Africa. Her practice is situated in Malvern, Queensburgh (Netcare Malvern Medicross), where you will be given a warm welcome and will be professionally consulted. One of her patients, Jackie Schutte, said Dr Ramsaroop was a dedicated doctor who took her time to listen to her patients. “I feel very comfortable and confident that my health issues and concerns are taken seriously by her. “She is a warm, caring yet professional doctor whom I would definitely recommend.”…

New Delhi: Increasing protein intake might not be linked to gastro issues and kidney problems, but a high-carb diet could cause harm, said health experts. In India, the protein intake is generally low, and a high-protein diet does not harm healthy kidneys. According to the latest meta-analysis, published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition, a high-protein diet is associated with lower Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). The study led by Nanchang University researchers showed a lower CKD risk significantly associated with higher-level dietary total, plant, or animal protein (especially for fish and seafood) intake. “A high-carb diet often causes acid reflux, while increasing protein intake can mitigate this by lowering carbohydrate consumption. Conversely, a high-carb diet can lead to uncontrolled blood sugar in diabetics, potentially causing chronic disease,” said Shashikant Iyengar,…

2kg lamb 2 onions sliced 8 green chillies 2 curry leaves 2 tbs ginger and garlic paste 1 tomato chopped 4 tbs nihari masala salt 1/3 cup coriander, chopped 3 tbs oil 3 bunches of herbs (I used watercress but you can use spinach) Heat the oil. Add the onions, curry leaves, chillies, ginger and garlic paste. Fry everything for five minutes. Add the meat and salt. Mix. Fry for eight minutes. Add the nihari masala and mix. Cook for 30 minutes. Add the watercress and coriander. Mix everything and cook for 15 minutes on low heat.…

THE Islamic Medical Association of South Africa (Imasa) has come under fire for serving Coca-Cola at its recent event in Durban. Imasa has publicly supported the worldwide campaign to boycott Coca- Cola, and other products and companies, including Clover, Teva and Dischem Pharmacies, which are said to profit from Israel’s occupation of Gaza and the West Bank. But at the event on Sunday, at the association’s conference room, “staff and executives were so busy with all the logistics, etc, that it was missed that Coke was being served”, said Imasa chairperson, Solly Suleman. He said the association noted the concerns raised. “The catering for the function was outsourced and regrettably, the service provider provided Coke as a soft drink. Clearly the oversight is regretted. “The caterer has been informed to…

THE post-election protracted negotiations and horse-trading among coalition partners showed us that we are now in uncharted territory. We are no longer stuck with the dominance of the ANC, which lasted 30 years. For weeks, South Africans held their breath as coalition partners struggled to reach consensus on how many and which ministerial positions each partner would receive. We are lucky that these negotiations lasted a few weeks because in countries such as Israel and Italy, such negotiations take even months. The harder part now is making sure that this coalition government lasts until the end of the term in 2029 and, importantly, that it creates a better life for South Africans. In Italy and our local sphere of government, coalitions are associated with instability and it is not uncommon…

DAYS after being sworn in, the new Minister of Social Development Nokuzola Tolashe tabled her department’s Budget Vote which was a mixture of hope and gloom. Highlighting that she was speaking on the eve of Mandela Day, she quoted Madiba’s view on poverty alleviation: “Overcoming poverty is not a task of charity, it is an act of justice. Like slavery and apartheid, poverty is not natural. It is man-made, and it can be overcome and eradicated by the actions of human beings.” And moments later, she poured cold water on any hopes for a better deal for the poor and downtrodden. She announced cutbacks in the budget against a backdrop of an increasingly constrained fiscal environment. Non-government organisations help the government do its work to deliver positive social change in…

Benjamin “Bibi” Netanyahu managed to turn what was supposed to be a speech in front of the US Congress into an eight-act play, with 800 pages of footnotes. Netanyahu spent an hour trying to convince the world and the US Congress of the power and might of Israel. He waxed lyrical about the lions of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the bravery and fortitude of the Israelis and above all, how he would not rest until Hamas was eliminated. He threw metaphors and evoked emotion. He was in his element. You could almost see the smugness radiating off him in waves as the US Congress, who obviously seems to have an appetite for such performances, brought the roof down. It was a glorious testament to the disregard for the suffering…

ZAYNAB Khan’s letters, “Irritated at Ambani wedding”, the POST, July 17-22, and “Gaza: Don’t turn a blind eye”, the POST, July 24-28 refer. Who is compelling her to watch anything about the Ambanis? Her petty, churlish letter reveals a great deal about her and her prejudices. The Ambanis do not need her validation about anything they do and how they do it. What is it to her whom they invite or don’t invite? As for her nasty contrasts about the joys of a celebration and the destructiveness of war, did the Muslim world come to a standstill and sit and bewail the war? Saudi Arabia has been hosting a film festival (for the first time) and a fashion show featuring bikini-clad women. Was there no contrast then? What happened…

SOUTH Africa might host a Formula One (F1) Grand Prix if Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie succeeds in his efforts. McKenzie is determined to bring F1 back. Our request is the event be brought back to Pietermaritzburg, which aligns to the Premier’s Smart programme – specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time bound. The initiative by Monty’s Firststop to showcase Max Verstappen’s F1 car in Pietermaritzburg is for the government to consider reviving F1, which played a valuable role in the 1960s in the city. The Roy Hesketh Circuit was a racing circuit on the outskirts of Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal. It was named after South African racing driver Roy Hesketh. For example, it is estimated that although Las Vegas spent around $500 million on its 2023 Grand Prix, the…

ADAM Charnas, an analyst for the South African Jewish Board of Deputies, said the “failed boycott attempt” of the Palestine Solidarity Alliance Youth League (PSAYL) was yet another in a long line of attempts by the pro-Hamas lobby to force their agenda on the people of South Africa. “Moreover, it does nothing to end the conflict or aid the suffering of civilians in Gaza or Israel.” Charnas said the Olympics served as a unifying event through which the best of humanity was displayed. “It is a unique moment in which the world comes together in peace for the purposes of sporting competition. Surely this spirit should rather be used as a cornerstone upon which peaceful coexistence can be constructed.” Rolene Marks, spokesperson for the South African Zionist Federation, said: “A…

THE South African Men’s hockey team’s aspirations at the Paris Olympics are hanging by a thread after their 5-1 defeat to Germany yesterday morning. Cheslyn Gie’s team have just one point from three matches and will face Spain tomorrow (7.45pm) in a crucial encounter. The Spanish have four points after a victory over Germany and a 3-3 draw earlier against hosts France, who are bottom of the table with a single point too. South Africa are still to play France in their final Pool A match. Germany were simply too strong for the South Africans, who were hoping for a repeat of their victory over the European giants at the last Olympics in Tokyo three years ago. But the Germans, still smarting from their earlier defeat to Spain, were in…