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#PODCAST Durban's history takes centre stage in a book - featuring the untold story of the city's non-subsidised bus services #sabcnews

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By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As Transport Month draws to a close this week, we look at a fascinating slice of Durban's history being brought to life: the untold story of the city's non-subsidised bus services, affectionately known as the "Indian Buses." Journalist and author Zainul Aberdeen Dawood captures this in his book, 'Phoenix Buses: Social Space and Pride of a Community,' which draws in the colourful history of these iconic vehicles and the resilient community they served. More than just a transport history, Dawood's work explores the vital legacy of Durban's people of Indian origin, whose entrepreneurial spirit kept the wheels turning, playing a pivotal role in creating and sustaining the city's transport network, particularly for communities like Phoenix. Author Dawood explains the importance of ensuring these memories are safeguarded for future generations...

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