As Diwali 2025 approaches, Indian South Africans prepare to celebrate the symbolic triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and hope over despair. But amid the spiritual and familial rituals of the Festival of Lights, South Africa as a whole continues to grapple with serious societal challenges — from corruption and violent protest to judicial failures and a declining education system.
Guest: Dr Sheetal Bhoola Bhoola is an education expert and a senior lecturer at the University of Zululand, and director at Stellarmaths.

Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
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Tensions briefly disrupted proceedings at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry after an altercation broke out between lawyers representing ANC-linked businessman Suliman Carrim and the commission’s secretary.
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South Africa’s border authorities are intensifying their fight against corruption after more than 50 officials were dismissed for misconduct at ports of entry.
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