Author: crediblesource

Despite being known for its year-round sunshine and pristine beaches that both locals and tourists cherish, Durban is more than just a gateway to the Indian Ocean. This sentiment was echoed by various speakers on the opening day of the annual, KwaZulu-Natal Investment Conference, held at the Durban ICC. The three-day conference, celebrated under the theme “Building a Resilient, Inclusive and Globally Competitive KwaZulu-Natal,” is designed to showcase the province as Africa’s premier trade and investment destination, while driving transformative and inclusive economic growth. In his address, MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA), Musa Zondi, highlighted the…

By Mamello Nhlapo For many households in the township of Kutloanong, pumpkins are more than just a vegetable. They are a staple food, feeding families, sustaining small businesses, and supporting communities with each harvest. Local farmer, Thapelo Ramokhoase, has been growing pumpkins for six years and said pumpkins were among the most reliable and resilient vegetables to grow, as they were guaranteed to grow healthily and were not easily impacted by sudden changes in weather. While also being a versatile vegetable that could be used in various dishes, from baby food to being a side vegetable to being a staple…

By Ursula Wesenaar, Thandwayinkosi Mthethwa and Slindokuhle Duma South Africa’s wild landscapes hide a pantry of nutrient-rich, climate-smart foods that have fed local communities for generations. A great example of that is a collaboration between Journalism students and the Department of Food and Nutrition at the Durban University of Technology (DUT) where they explored a wide variety of dishes that can either be consumed for their nutritional value or as healing foods. Food and Nutrition student, Kwanda Ngema explained that preparing plant-based meals using indigenous plants shouldn’t be a challenge. Furthermore, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is even easier considering how…

Students at Nelson Mandela University (NMU) are raising serious concerns around safety in off-campus student accommodation after a tragic incident on Monday night, where one student was fatally stabbed and another injured during an alleged break-in at a student residence in Summerstrand, Gqeberha. In a statement, the university expressed its condolences to family and friends of the deceased student and wished the injured student a speedy recovery. NMU confirmed that counselling and psychological support were being offered through the institution’s Emthonjeni Student Wellness Unit, and that it is cooperating. The deceased has been identified as Minenhle Hlongwane. The incident sparked…

By Emihle Mlotana Originally purposed to preserve fish, sushi has evolved into a popular dish. A traditional Japanese dish originating all the way to the 1600s, has now become so popular in modern South Africa. Allow me to take you on a palatable and succulent excursion into the world of fried sushi! In the heart of Durban’s ever-evolving culinary landscape, a surprising new trend is fried sushi, finding its way onto menus and into local conversations. This crispy, golden twist on the traditional Japanese delicacy is not only delighting taste buds but also challenging long-held perceptions of what sushi could…

By Haylee Maduray The innovative Johannesburg-born culinary Chef Katlego Mlambo is once again set to bring his sizzling creativity and local twist to South African television screens as he returns to MasterChef South Africa Season 6, as a judge. Mlambo, a cookery graduate with over 15 years of experience has cooked besides some of South Africa’s most distinguished chefs, including Luke Dale Roberts, Ivor Jones and Eric Bulpitt to name a few. His impressive career has spanned across top restaurants in Cape Town, Johannesburg and London. As a judge in this year’s show, Mlambo brings heart and heritage to the…

By Nhlakanipho Mnqayi The Durban University of Technology (DUT) LGBTQIA+ in partnership with various student organisations held the Rainbow Alliance peaceful march to highlight the alliances voices and sentiments made against their community. The purpose of the march was to take a stand and address the sentiments made by the self-appointed President of AmaBhinca, Ngizwe Mchunu over a week ago where he expressed his disgust after a same sex couple wore Zulu traditional gear to their wedding ceremony. During a march, the Rainbow Alliance marched in all the DUT campuses, Steve Biko, Ritson and ML Sultan displaying their LGBTQIA+ flags,…

By Nothando Mkhize Gone are the days when people took to social media to post tributes and condolences when a prominent figure died. With content monetisation rapidly gaining momentum, platforms such as Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) have sacrificed truth, creating an environment where misinformation is easily disseminated. Following the tragic death of South Africa’s ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, we witnessed these social media platforms become fertile ground for lies to spread, go unchecked, and without consequence. Mthethwa, also a former minister, reportedly fell from the 22nd floor of the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Paris three weeks ago. According…

By Magugu Xaba A majority of institutions of higher learning in South Africa now require students to clear, or make a plan to pay installments towards their accumulated tuition, and sometimes accommodation, before proceeding with registration for the current academic year. Last week, the University of the Free State (UFS) was criticised for this regulation. The universities` decision to phase out provisional registration has sparked a debate on whether this is fair, especially for students who are already struggling financially. Prior to spelling out my thoughts on this issue, it is crucial to consider the unacceptably high and continuously-surging unemployment…

By Nhlakanipho Mnqayi IBafana Bafana ebingagayelwa mphako izibekisele indawo emdlalweni yeNdebe yoMhlaba ka-2026 iguqisa iRwanda ngo 3-0 eMbombela Stadium. IBafana ize kulomdlalo idinga ukunqoba ebese ithandazela ukuthi iNigeria yehlule iBenin ukuze elakuleli libhukhe ithikithi lango-2026 lapho imidlalo yeNdbebe yoMhlaba izobe ibanjelwe emazweni amathathu angomakhelwane i-USA, Canada naseMexico ngonyaka ozayo. Bese kupheleiminyaka engu-23 iBafana yagcina ukungena koweNdebe yoMhlaba njengoba yagcina ngo-2002, eKora nase-Japan, kwazise ngo-2010 yangena ngokuba lemidlalo yayibanjelwe eNingizimu Africa. IBafana yiyo ebitshengisa izimpawu zokufuna amagoli njengoba ihlasele zisuka. Igoli leBafana lokuqala lize noThalente Mbatha ngomzuzu wesihlanu umdlalo uqalile. Elesibili lize no-Oswin Appolis ngomzuzu ka-25 okunguye obe ngumdlali ovelele. Isipikili…