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Equality Reform: Muslim Marriage Officers Granted Same Status as Other Faiths
A new reform by Home Affairs grants Muslim marriage officers equal status, marking a step forward for fairness across South Africa’s faith communities. Picture Credit: Facebook By Aisha Zardad South Africa — In a move to address long-standing inequality, the Department of Home Affairs has granted Muslim marriage officers equal status with those from other…
Democracy’s Lost Generation: Youth Unemployment and Unmet Rights in SA
Despite being born free in a democratic South Africa, the country’s youth face high unemployment, limited educational opportunities, and systemic failures that block their access to constitutional rights. Picture Credit: Endpovertynow By Aisha Zardad South Africa — As South Africa observes Human Rights Day, the contrast between constitutional promises and the lived reality of young…
Marriage Slump, Divorce Spike: South Africa’s Love Life Takes a Hit
Fewer South Africans are tying the knot, while divorce rates continue to rise, according to the latest Stats SA report. Picture Credit: Desiblitz By Aisha Zardad South Africa — South Africa is seeing a shift in relationship trends, with fewer people getting married while divorce rates continue to climb, according to the latest report by…
Psych Ward Fire at Sebokeng Hospital sees over 30 Patients Evacuated
More than 30 patients were safely evacuated after a fire broke out in the psychiatry unit at Sebokeng Hospital. Picture Credit: Facebook By Aisha Zardad Gauteng — A fire that broke out at Sebokeng Hospital on Thursday afternoon forced the evacuation of more than 30 patients, the Gauteng Department of Health has confirmed. The department…