The annual Mahatma Gandhi Speech and Essay Contest was held in March 2008 at the Durban University of Technology (DUT). The competition which was hosted by Satyagraha and the Gandhi… Continue reading Hoerskool Suid-Natal learner excels at Essay Competition sponsored by the Government of India
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Non-violence
The extension of the law of non-violence in the domain of economics means nothing less than the introduction of moral values as a factor to be considered in regulating international… Continue reading Non-violence
Verulam Secondary Learner Scoops Gandhi Essay Award
The annual Mahatma Gandhi Speech and Essay Contest was held in March 2008 at the Durban University of Technology (DUT). The competition which was hosted by Satyagraha and the Gandhi… Continue reading Verulam Secondary Learner Scoops Gandhi Essay Award
Paddy Kearney Icon of Peace and Nonviolence
By Indhrannie Pillay Gerald Patrick Kearney, fondly referred to as Paddy, was born on 28 August 1942 in Pietermaritzburg. He matriculated from St Charles’ College in Pietermaritzburg in 1959. His… Continue reading Paddy Kearney Icon of Peace and Nonviolence
Laureus Sports Awards recognizes PeacePlayers International
Co-Founders of PeacePlayers International (PPI), Brendan and Sean Tuohey, were presented with the prestigious Laureus Sport for Good Award, which honors individuals who make a contribution to society through sport,… Continue reading Laureus Sports Awards recognizes PeacePlayers International
Jaipur Conference explores ideas for resolving conflicts
Global Peace Initiative of Women (GPW) held a conference in Jaipur, India during March 6-10. The four-day conference brought together women from conflict zones around the world and top female… Continue reading Jaipur Conference explores ideas for resolving conflicts
Learners wow audiences at Gandhi Speech and Essay Contest
Satyagraha Reporters The final round of the annual Mahatma Gandhi Speech and Essay Contest was held on 7 March 2008 at the Durban University of Technology (DUT). The preliminary rounds… Continue reading Learners wow audiences at Gandhi Speech and Essay Contest
International Day of Non Violence…
By Nereshnee Govender The first ever International Day of Non Violence was celebrated in Durban at the Gujarati Hindu Sanskruti Kendra. The world’s community celebrated the event on October 2nd… Continue reading International Day of Non Violence…
Ela Gandhi Honoured for her Achievement
By Nereshnee Govender Ela Gandhi, granddaughter of Mahatma Gandhi was awarded the Padma Bushan award by the Indian Government on 24 March 2007. The award for outstanding community service is… Continue reading Ela Gandhi Honoured for her Achievement