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Authors, artists and creators gathered at the KZNSA Gallery as part of the Glenwood Book Fair to explore how the city of Durban shapes and inspires their work.
BOOK FESTIVAL

Cartoons, censorship and survival: Inside Durban's Glenwood Book Fair

Durban’s Glenwood Book Fair brings together creators, authors and artists across four days of free literary panels art and community.

  • Alyssia Birjalal
3 min read
Turkish pastry and ice-cream brand MADO opens first South African outlet in Durban
ICE

MADO brings Turkish ice cream and pastries to Durban’s Florida Road

Turkish pastry and ice-cream brand MADO has opened its first South African outlet on Durban’s Florida Road, with diplomatic and municipal representatives attending the launch.

  • Yogashen Pillay
3 min read
Afrotainment powerhouse Ornica Bellz teamed up with Zee Nxumalo for their upcoming new single 'Inkomishi'.
MUSIC

How a R6500 flight became Ornica Bellz’s new single

Behind Ornica Bellz’s new single 'Inkomishi', a last minute studio call, a R6500 flight she couldn’t afford, and a decade long path from Afrotainment dancer to recording artist.

  • Nomathamsanqa Sithathu
3 min read
Grammy Award-winning Jamaican dancehall star Sean Paul is heading to South Africa in December
SEAN PAUL
Video

Sean Paul announces South African tour dates for Cape Town, Pretoria and Durban

The Grammy-winning Jamaican dancehall star will perform in Cape Town, Pretoria and Durban, with tickets starting at R750.

  • Taschica Pillay
2 min read
At the 2025 Heritage Food Festival at the 1860 Heritage Centre in Durban
DURBAN

1860 Heritage Centre hosts Heritage Food Festival in Durban

The 1860 Heritage Centre’s Heritage Food Festival in Durban will feature traditional dishes and heritage tours.

  • Taschica Pillay
2 min read
A photo in the book titled 'Legacy of Merebank: Our People, Our Cultures, Our Stories', shows Merebank residents in the late 1980’s staging a protest demonstration against industrial expansion in the area.
MEREBANK

New book preserves Merebank’s history through residents’ stories

After four years of research and community contributions, The Legacy of Merebank: Our People, Our Cultures, Our Stories documents the south Durban community’s history,…

  • Taschica Pillay
7 min read
Cape Town was among South Africa’s biggest winners at the 2026 World Travel Awards, taking the titles of Africa’s Leading City Destination and Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference Destination.
TRAVEL AND TOURISM

South Africa sweeps top titles at 2026 World Travel Awards

Major award sweeps prove South Africa’s coastal cities continue setting the continental standard.

  • Lutho Pasiya
3 min read
KZN Manufacturing challenges and potential was under the spotlight in a manufacturing and business breakfast at Mount Edgecombe Country Club on Thursday where the challenges faced in eThekwini were highlighted and steps taken in the recovery.
MANUFACTURING

KZN manufacturing: Challenges and opportunities in eThekwini

Explore the challenges and recovery efforts of KZN's manufacturing sector as industry experts discuss the impact of COVID-19, civil unrest, and flooding on local businesses.

  • Yogashen Pillay
4 min read
Eswatini’s King Mswati III during the SADC heads of states meeting in Durban on Monday.
SADC SUMMIT

Ramaphosa’s SADC chairmanship facing immediate test over Eswatini reform demands

President Cyril Ramaphosa, newly appointed chair of the SADC, confronts the challenge of addressing King Mswati III's authoritarian rule in Eswatini, as activists call for…

  • Willem Phungula
2 min read
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa greets Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa after the SADC chairmanship was formerly handed over to South Africa at the 46th SADC Summit in Durban on Monday.
CYRIL RAMAPHOSA

SADC Chairmanship: Doubts over SA’s ability to balance alliances amid regional challenges

Political analysts express skepticism about South Africa's ability to effect meaningful change during its chairmanship of the Southern African Development Community, citing…

  • Willem Phungula
2 min read
From generous platters to relaxed conversations around the coals, a South African braai is as much about bringing people together as it is about the food.
SHISANYAMA

More than meat on the grill: How eThekwini’s biggest braai is building township empires

Experience the flavours of Durban at the eThekwini Shisanyama Festival, where local entrepreneurs unite to celebrate culture, create opportunities, and serve up delicious braai.

  • Lutho Pasiya
3 min read
Shika Bhudoo is an accomplished actress, playwright, author, arts facilitator and educator. She has spent over two decades shaping and expanding her craft across stage, screen, and print.
ACTRESS

Shika Budhoo on adaptation, storytelling, and celebrating South African women in theatre

Discover the inspiring journey of Shika Budhoo, a versatile theatre talent from South Africa, whose story this Women’s Month highlights the power of resilience, creativity, and…

  • Alyssia Birjalal
6 min read
Danica De La Rey Jones stars as Tessa in the South African production of Prima Facie, which explores sexual violence, justice and the legal system.
WHATS ON

A look at theatre shows tackling difficult and unique conversations across the country

This weekend's theatre line-up explores sexual violence, family relationships, queer identity and the life of a music legend.

  • Bernelee Vollmer
  • Nomathamsanqa Sithathu
  • Taschica Pillay
6 min read