South Africa’s longest-running stage production, Shall We Dance, returns to the Playhouse in Durban from 11–13 September 2026. We chat to dancers Adarsh Maharaj and Juanita Pillay about being part of this spectacular production, the intense rehearsal process, their dance styles, memorable moments over the years, and bringing a Bollywood touch to the Latin American and Ballroom showcase.

South Africa&rsquo;s longest-running stage production,&nbsp;Shall We Dance, returns to the Playhouse in Durban from 11&ndash;13 September 2026. We chat to dancers Adarsh Maharaj and Juanita Pillay about being part of this spectacular production, the intense rehearsal process, their dance styles, memorable moments over the years, and bringing a Bollywood touch to the Latin American and Ballroom showcase.

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Shall We Dance? Adarsh Maharaj & Juanita Pillay Bring Bollywood Flair to the Stage - 03 September 2026

Open Air School KZN is hosting a special fundraising concert on 6 November, aimed at raising funds to revamp and equip the libraries at both its Primary and High Schools with updated media and learning materials.

Joining Varshan Sookhun on The Lunch Break to us to tell us more about the school, its work, and the upcoming concert are Ms. Edith Roberts and learner, Ndumiso Ngcamu.

Open Air School KZN is hosting a special fundraising concert on&nbsp;6 November, aimed at raising funds to revamp and equip the libraries at both its&nbsp;Primary and High Schools&nbsp;with updated media and learning materials.
Joining Varshan Sookhun on The Lunch Break to us to tell us more about the school, its work, and the upcoming concert are&nbsp;Ms. Edith Roberts and learner, Ndumiso Ngcamu.

Open Air School Fundraiser - Tues, 8 Sept 2026

Varshan Sookhun chats about why workplace Gender-based Violence and Harassment policies aren't translating into employee trust and what can be done for companies to strengthen their prevention and response efforts with Koketso Rathumbu, Advocacy and Communications Manager of the GBVF Response Fund.

Varshan Sookhun chats about why workplace Gender-based Violence and Harassment policies aren't translating into employee trust and what can be done for companies to strengthen their prevention and response efforts with Koketso Rathumbu, Advocacy and Communications Manager of the GBVF Response Fund.

Koketso Rathumbu, Advocacy and Communications Manager of the GBVF Response Fund - Mon, 7 Sept 2026

Ahead of International Literacy Day, we explore why literacy goes far beyond simply being able to read and write. With 81% of South African Grade 4 learners reportedly unable to read for meaning, Barbara Strydom, Publishing Manager: Languages, Reading and Dictionaries at Oxford University Press South Africa, discusses the importance of reading comprehension, the role of parents and teachers, the impact of digital access, and the continued importance of books and quality learning materials. We also explore the value of literacy in indigenous languages and how families and schools can help strengthen literacy among young learners.

Ahead of International Literacy Day, we explore why literacy goes far beyond simply being able to read and write. With 81% of South African Grade 4 learners reportedly unable to read for meaning, Barbara Strydom, Publishing Manager: Languages, Reading and Dictionaries at Oxford University Press South Africa, discusses the importance of reading comprehension, the role of parents and teachers, the impact of digital access, and the continued importance of books and quality learning materials. We also explore the value of literacy in indigenous languages and how families and schools can help strengthen literacy among young learners.

Shall We Dance? Adarsh Maharaj & Juanita Pillay Bring Bollywood Flair to the Stage - 03 September 2026

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