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Opinion | How religion shapes a free and democratic South Africa
As South Africa celebrates Freedom Day, Nico Koopman explores how diverse religious views contribute to building a free and democratic society grounded in dignity and justice.
Denouncing Bishop Diocesan College’s hypocrisy: A call to action against Zionist apartheid
As a country that has endured apartheid, we know all too well the realities of segregation, racial superiority, and systematic oppression. Zionism, in its essence, mirrors the very policies that once subjugated the majority of South Africans under apartheid.
Thousands in London for October 7 memorial waving ‘bring them home’ flags
Attendees waved Israeli flags and bring them home placards with the faces of hostages still held by Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip at the commemoration in Hyde Park in central London.
Local organisations call for global community to intervene following murders, looting and rapes in Bangladesh
Local organisations have shown support for minority groups under attack in Bangladesh, following the stepping down of prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who has since fled the country.
‘Not our pastor, but his behaviour is unacceptable’: Churches forum slams Mboro’s conduct
“So, we distance ourselves and we don't expect any of the Christian leaders to behave in the manner that we saw in the videos. Irrespective of how your emotions were triggered or how you were challenged, we expect better from Mboro as a leader of a church. ”
South African Jewish Board of Deputies calls for calm after Durban woman’s murder
The South African Jewish Board of Deputies (SAJBD) has called for calm after a woman was murdered in an apparent Islamophobic attack at her home in Glenmore in Durban, at the weekend.
University of Joburg to host discussion on role of churches in fighting corruption
The university said the discussion will look into what is the role of churches in fighting corruption and why are churches silent against corrupt politicians.
No place to pray for Muslim workers in Italian city
Since November a fraction of the city's Muslims who have been banned from praying inside their two cultural centres by Monfalcone's far-right mayor.
Israeli strikes on east Lebanon kill two Hezbollah members
Two Hezbollah member were killed after Israel launched an air strikes near Baalbek, Lebanon on Monday.
India's heritage hit by Delhi 'development' demolitions
Followers of Islam living in India have expressed disappointment after the shrine of Baba Haji Rozbih in Delhi, was destroyed as part of the government’s demolition programme.
South African halaal body, MJC, boycotts Israeli goods
The Muslim Judicial Council’s Halaal Trust announced it would decline, refuse, and not certify any goods or services emanating from Israel.
Israel-Palestine: It is not a conflict but a struggle for liberation
The Human Sciences Research Council and Africa Institute of South Africa hosted a diplomatic conversation around the Israel-Hamas war currently raging on in the Middle-East.
Editor’s View: Do right by the people of Palestine
The people of Palestine don’t deserve the injustices wrought upon them by Israel, nor the inevitable retaliation coming their way following an escalation of violence by Hamas this past weekend, writes IOL Editor-in-Chief Lance Witten.
Israel-Palestine: How did it get to this point?
Armed group Hamas has launched an attack on Israel, resulting in hundreds of deaths. What lead up to this and how did it get to this point? Why are Israeli forces and Hamas fighting?
WATCH: Israel, Gaza reel as death toll soars above 1,100 in war with Hamas
Israel formally declared war on Hamas on Sunday as the conflict's death toll surged close to 1,000 after the Palestinian militant group launched a massive surprise assault from Gaza.
Durban High Court rules pastor was fired and kicked out of mission house by ‘unconstitutional’ structure, six years later
The Durban High Court has ruled that an interim committee structure of the Apostolic Faith Mission’s Ngwelezane Assembly, which suspended and ultimately fired a pastor and had him kicked out of his mission house, was an unconstitutional structure with no authority to run the church.
Muslim nations denounce Qur’an burning in Sweden
Under a heavy police presence, Salwan Momika, stomped on the Qur’an before setting several pages alight in front of Stockholm's largest mosque.
How to wish your Muslim friends and family for Eid
As the holy month of Ramadaan draws to a close, many Muslims around the world are preparing for Eid celebrations. But how do you express your support for your Muslim friends, loved ones and colleagues on this blessed day?
Crowds alert: Cops gear up for IPHC thousands in Pretoria CBD as succession court case resumes
TMPD spokesperson Isaac Mahamba said there will be a picket in Pretoria CBD, as the High Court hears arguments in the succession battle of the IPHC.
Palestinian kills two Israelis during knife rampage in West Bank
A Palestinian, who went on a knife rampage in the West Bank, killed two Israelis near the entrance to an industrial park and tried to flee in a vehicle before Israeli security forces shot him dead.
Ethiopian government says aid flowing to Tigray but rebels deny claims
The restoration of desperately needed humanitarian assistance to the region is one of the key planks of a peace deal between the federal government and the Tigray People's Liberation Front to end two years of brutal war in northern Ethiopia.
Terrorists inciting anti-Russian sentiment in Central Asia – Russian Foreign Ministry
Terrorists, especially those affiliated with the Islamic State, are increasing their propaganda activities and whipping up anti-Russian sentiment in the Central Asian region, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Oleg Syromolotov told Sputnik.
AU supports peace talks to end conflict in northern Ethiopia
The African Union (AU) has facilitated the direct peace talks between the Ethiopian federal government and the rebel Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF), which are to be in South Africa.
Putin warns of famine, widespread social upheavals, especially in poorest countries
The increased volatility in world prices for energy, raw materials and other essential commodities has led to a real threat of famine and social upheavals, especially in the poorest countries, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday.
Truss: The appalling attacks on civilian areas in Kyiv are a clear sign of Putin’s desperation
“Nobody wants peace more than Ukraine. The G7 will not waver in our resolve to help them win it. ”