This year through a widely supported resolution, Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday 2 October was declared a day of nonviolence by the United Nations. In her address to the 62nd session of… Continue reading Sonia Gandhi addresses United Nations General Assembly on International Day of Nonviolence
Category: November 2007
Threat of Global Warming
Complied by Indhrannie pillay In light of the recent spate of erratic weather conditions, many people find themselves questioning the advent of global warming. What is Global warming? Simply put,… Continue reading Threat of Global Warming
Consumer Issues
Drawing cash safely at the ATMAutomatic teller machines (ATMs) are an easy way to withdraw and deposit money and for many other transactions. But criminals may try to get into… Continue reading Consumer Issues
Flight of Skills a Major Problem Faced by Developing Countries
Speaking at the 25 Anniversary of Institute of International Finance celebrated in Washington DC, Trevor Manuel South Africa’s Finance Minister said, “In pursuit of macro economic goals there is some… Continue reading Flight of Skills a Major Problem Faced by Developing Countries
Historic schools project aims to recapture our heritage
Compiled by Nereshnee Govender A project aimed at revitalizing South Africa's historic schools was launched at Adams College in Amanzimtoti, Durban in November. The Historic Schools' Restoration Project was initiated… Continue reading Historic schools project aims to recapture our heritage
What is the right size?
By Margaret Legum- We extend our deepest sympathies with the family and friends of the author of this article who recently passed on.Popes are not necessarily the clearest communicators; but… Continue reading What is the right size?
The Role of the Childrens Court
Compiled by Jessica Panday The Children’s Court must be seen within the context of the number of Children’s laws passed in this country over the centuries and the changing perception… Continue reading The Role of the Childrens Court
We Pledge to Fight Poverty and Inequality
In one of the biggest events ever-organised world wide on one day, millions of people came together in South Africa and around the world to pledge their support to fight… Continue reading We Pledge to Fight Poverty and Inequality
Eye on the World
ISRAEL / PALESTINE Dialogue helps to improve understanding Reported by Yehuda Stolov of the interfaith encounter movement in Israel All religions have some fasting as part of their ritual. Here the… Continue reading Eye on the World
16 Days of Activism November 25 December 10
Compiled by Indhrannie Pillay 25 November 2007 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women as well as the start to the Sixteen Days of Activism Global… Continue reading 16 Days of Activism November 25 December 10