Marli van Breda to be placed in the care of relatives
Marli and her brother Henri survived an axe attack at their De Zalze home five months ago. Source: Local News
Welcome move: Stop using Islamic State name, Cameron tells BBC
Submitted by IANS on 29 June 2015 – 9:45pm London : British Prime Minister David Cameron on Monday called on the BBC […]
Allah’s Apostle said, “If one says one-hundred times in one day: “None has the right to be worshipped but Allah, the Alone Who has no partners, to Him belongs Dominion and to Him belong all the…
Allah’s Apostle said, “If one says one-hundred times in one day: “None has the right to be worshipped but Allah, the Alone […]
Man to be charged for brutally slaughtering rabbits
Inspector Thea Smit says the animals have now all been removed off his property in the Free State. Source: Local News
The Prophet said, “When it is a Friday, the angels stand at the gate of the mosque and keep on writing the names of the persons coming to the mosque in succession according to their arrivals. The…
The Prophet said, “When it is a Friday, the angels stand at the gate of the mosque and keep on writing the […]
CT beachgoers urged to be cautious after shark attacks
Two Cape Town students were bitten in separate shark encounters this weekend. Source: Local News
Another Vyapam scam accused, Narendra Singh Tomar, dies in Indore jail; 24th death in the case
By: Press Trust of India | Bhopal | Updated: June 28, 2015 10:22 pm Narendra Singh Tomar, an accused in the high-profile […]
Euro ministers reject Greek bid for bailout extension
Eurozone finance ministers have said they are discussing ways to prevent financial fallout across the region after Greece refused to accept a […]
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: Of the dinar you spend as a contribution in Allah’s path, or to set free a slave, or as a sadaqa given to a needy, or to…
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: Of the dinar you spend as a contribution in Allah’s […]
Anas b. Malik reported that Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) said: Dajjal is blind of one eye and there is written between his eyes the word “Kafir”. He then spelled the word as k.f.r, which…
Anas b. Malik reported that Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) said: Dajjal is blind of one eye and there is […]
Marikana report: NUM admits it could have done more
The Commission says the union did not put in enough effort into their engagement with Lonmin and its workers. Source: Local News
Rand slumps 1 percent as weak economy and Greece weigh
The rand was among the five weakest performers in a basket of 25 emerging market currencies. Source: Local News
The Greatest Obstacle to Anti-Muslim Fearmongering and Bigotry: Reality
By Glenn Greenwald and Josh Begley @ggreenwald@joshbegley The think tank New America issued a report today documenting “the lethal terrorist incidents in the […]
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying that Allah, the Most Blessed and High, said: O son of Adam, spend. I will spend on you. The right hand of Allah is full and…
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying that Allah, the Most Blessed and High, said: O son […]
SA’s Equality Courts deemed inefficient
In 2013 the Equality Court heard 310 cases but in only six of these cases was judgment handed down. Source: Local News
First On EWN: Nhleko questions independence of judiciary
The minister accused judges of colluding with people to produce what he calls ‘certain judgments’. Source: Local News
Whenever Allah’s Apostle paid a visit to a patient, or a patient was brought to him, he used to invoke Allah, saying, “Take away the disease, O the Lord of the people! Cure him as You are the One Who…
Whenever Allah’s Apostle paid a visit to a patient, or a patient was brought to him, he used to invoke Allah, saying, […]
8 months and 4 resignations: Member Secy of IHRC Resigns blames saffron agenda
Written by Ruhi Tewari | New Delhi | Updated: June 24, 2015 6:11 am Gopinath Ravindran, Member Secy, Indian Council of Historical Research, last week […]
Marikana: Zuma shows sympathetic view towards police
The president was heckled by a member of the crowd during his address to TUT students. Source: Local News
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: When any of you prays, he should not place his sandals on his right side or on his left so as to be on the right side of someone else, unless no one is at his…
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: When any of you prays, he should not place his sandals on his right side or on his […]
While the Muslims were offering the Fajr prayer, Allah’s Apostle suddenly appeared before them by living the curtain of the dwelling place of ‘Aisha, looked towards the Muslims who were standing in…
While the Muslims were offering the Fajr prayer, Allah’s Apostle suddenly appeared before them by living the curtain of the dwelling place […]
Attempted murder case opened after violent domestic attack
While police are investigating the incident, it’s claimed the victim’s husband is responsible for the attack. Source: Local News
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: It is not allowable for a Muslim to keep apart from his brother for more than three days, for one who does so and dies will enter Hell.
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: It is not allowable for a Muslim to keep apart from his brother for more […]
First On EWN: Sidney Frankel’s alleged sex crimes exposed by victims
A group of seven claim they were sexually assaulted while still young children in the 1970s and 1980s. Source: Local News
Allah’s Apostle said, “Allah has ninety-nine names, i.e. one-hundred minus one, and whoever knows them will go to Paradise.”
Allah’s Apostle said, “Allah has ninety-nine names, i.e. one-hundred minus one, and whoever knows them will go to Paradise.” Source: HOTD
Bumpy Saturday as load shedding is up then down
After load shedding was escalated to stage three, Eskom reverted it back to stage two. Source: Local News
Earth entering 6th extinction phase, many species including humans labelled ‘the walking dead’, study finds
MIAMI: The world is embarking on its sixth mass extinction with animals disappearing about 100 times faster than they used to, scientists […]
Allah’s Apostle used to treat with a Ruqya saying, “O the Lord of the people! Remove the trouble The cure is in Your Hands, and there is none except You who can remove it (the disease).”
Allah’s Apostle used to treat with a Ruqya saying, “O the Lord of the people! Remove the trouble The cure is in […]
Mbulaheni Maguvhe appointed SABC chairperson
The Presidency announced the acting chair as Ellen Tshabalala’s replacement with immediate effect. Source: Local News
Florida fisherman removes 34 baby sharks from the body of dead hammerhead mother
A group of people in Florida watched on in horror as a fisherman removed 34 dead baby sharks from the body of […]
Search for missing hiker Taro Spies called off
Wilderness Search and Rescue confirmed that the body found on Table Mountain was not that of Spies. Source: Local New feed
Israeli forces raid homes across the West Bank, detain 18
HEBRON (Ma’an) — Israeli forces detained 18 Palestinians across the West Bank overnight Wednesday, raiding and searching several homes. An Israeli army […]
LSMA Ramadan 1436/2015 Newsletter
Alhamdulillah, with the grace of the Almighty Allah SWT, the Lenasia South Muslim Association has published its Ramadan 1436/2015 Newsletter Click here to download […]
Abu Huraira reported that the Apostle of Allah (may peace be upon him) used to to seek refuge from the torment of the grave, torment of Hell and the trial of Dajjal.
Abu Huraira reported that the Apostle of Allah (may peace be upon him) used to to seek refuge from the torment of […]
Authorities to retrieve body from Table Mountain
The body was spotted near a hiking trail by a hiker on Wednesday afternoon. Source: Local New feed
Pentagon: Kurds’ ethnic cleansing of Syria ‘unacceptable if true’
The Pentagon said yesterday that if Syrian-Kurdish fighters had indeed deported Turkmen and Arabs from their land in north-eastern Syria during fighting […]
Hundreds affected after heavy rains causes floods in WC
The flooding has brought misery to over 1,000 residents in Strand, Khayelitsha, Delft and Gugulethu. Source: Local New feed
It is narrated on the authority of Jabir that a man once said to the Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him): Shall I enter Paradise in case I say the obligatory prayers, observe the (fasts) of…
It is narrated on the authority of Jabir that a man once said to the Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon […]
#YouthDay: ‘Emulate the bravery of 1976’
Today marks 39 years since thousands of Soweto pupils marched against the apartheid language policy. Source: Local New feed
A man said to the Prophet “Tell me of such a deed as will make me enter Paradise.” The people said, “What is the matter with him? What is the matter with him?” The Prophet said, “He has something to…
A man said to the Prophet “Tell me of such a deed as will make me enter Paradise.” The people said, “What […]
Umar on Marriage: Nothing benefits a man after faith as much as a righteous wife
Abu Na’eem reported: Umar ibn Al-Khattab, may Allah be pleased with him, said, “Nothing benefits a man after faith in Allah as […]
Ditching Fossil Fuels and Switching to 100% Renewables No Problem, Says Stanford Study
Is it possible for the U.S. to ditch fossil fuels? The answer is yes, according to researchers and engineers from Stanford University and U.C. […]
‘Danny Jordaan’s municipal bills are all settled’
A weekend report emerged indicating the municipality had not billed the Jordaans for electricity since 2007. Source: Local New feed
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: Allah is single (witr) and loves what is single, so observe the witr, you who follow the Qur’an.
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: Allah is single (witr) and loves what is single, so observe the witr, you who follow the Qur’an. […]
With Dirt And A Vision, Palestinian Architects Break The Mold
By: EMILY HARRIS The city of Jericho sits in the hot, flat Jordan Valley down the hill from Jerusalem. Jericho has bragging […]
Allah’s Apostle was the handsomest of all the people, and had the best appearance. He was neither very tall nor short.
Allah’s Apostle was the handsomest of all the people, and had the best appearance. He was neither very tall nor short. Source: […]
US transfers seven Guantanamo detainees to Oman
The US Department of Defence has announced the transfer of seven detainees from Guantanamo Bay prison to Oman. According to a Pentagon […]
Cheetahs beat Bulls 42-29
In their final game of 2015, the Bulls & Cheetahs provided the goods in a high-scoring affair at Loftus. Source: Local New […]
The Prophet said, “He who commits suicide by throttling shall keep on throttling himself in the Hell Fire (forever) and he who commits suicide by stabbing himself shall keep on stabbing himself in the…
The Prophet said, “He who commits suicide by throttling shall keep on throttling himself in the Hell Fire (forever) and he who […]
Govt concerned about threats of strike
Government says it has already sought legal assistance to address grievances raised by the unions. Source: Local New feed
Engineers develop computer operating on water droplets (VIDEO)
Stanford bioengineers have developed a synchronous processor based on moving water droplets instead of electrons. The result of a decade of work, […]
Israel shoots Palestinian journalist in eye, refuses his entry in Jerusalem for treatment
June 11: Israel has barred a Palestinian photographer allegedly shot in the eye by an Israeli soldier from entering east Jerusalem for […]
Abu Huraira (Allah be pleased with him) reported Allah’s Apostle (may peace be upon him) as saying: If any one of you is invited to a meal when he is fasting, he should say: “I am fasting.”
Abu Huraira (Allah be pleased with him) reported Allah’s Apostle (may peace be upon him) as saying: If any one of you […]
Malema: EFF will consider partnerships with other parties
Julius Malema is opening to working with parties who work for the national interest. Source: Local New feed
Hadith on Funerals: The Prophet’s beautiful supplication for the deceased
Awf ibn Malik reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, performed the funeral prayer and I memorized his […]
DA MP got ‘slap on the wrist’ for sexual harassment
DA MP Archie Figlan was found guilty by the party of sexual harassment earlier this year. Source: Local New feed
Government responsible for “perpetrating” torture in India : SC judge
June 10: Supreme Court judge A K Sikri today held governments responsible for “perpetrating” torture in India and said to maintain human […]
Allah’s Apostle said, “O ‘Abdur-Rahman bin Samura! Do not seek to be a ruler, for if you are given authority on your demand, you will be held responsible for it, but if you are given it without asking…
Allah’s Apostle said, “O ‘Abdur-Rahman bin Samura! Do not seek to be a ruler, for if you are given authority on your […]
IFP calls for GMO’s to be banned in SA
The party has called on govt to ban the products, pending an investigation into their toxicity. Source: Local New feed
Egyptian activist dies in jail four days after arrest
An Egyptian political prisoner has died in a jail in al-Qalyubia Governorate north of the capital city of Cairo, Press TV reports. […]
While the people were offering the Fajr prayer at Quba (near Medina), someone came to them and said: “It has been revealed to Allah’s Apostle tonight, and he has been ordered to pray facing the…
While the people were offering the Fajr prayer at Quba (near Medina), someone came to them and said: “It has been revealed […]
Surya Namaskar dropped from Yoga exercise – Muslim protests successful
June 08: All Indian Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) had demanded the Govt. of India to drop ‘Surya Namaskar’ and ban Yoga […]
New smartphone technology to help visually impaired
The kiosk will provide visually impaired people with training on the latest text-to-speech technology. Source: Local New feed
Bredasdorp murder: Murder accused to remain behind bars
27-year-old Gift Sabango on Monday abandoned his bail application. Source: Local New feed
Turkey gives the West a lesson in democracy: Yvonne Ridley
As the dust settles over Turkey’s 25th parliamentary elections, Western powers are busy scrambling to work out if the results will work […]
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: It is necessary for every adult (person) to go for (saying) Friday (prayer), and for everyone who goes for Friday (prayer) washing is necessary.
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: It is necessary for every adult (person) to go for (saying) Friday (prayer), and for everyone who goes […]
Umar on Gratitude: O Allah, make us among the few who are grateful to you
Al-Qurtubi reported: Umar ibn Al-Khattab, may Allah be pleased with him, heard a man saying, “O Allah, make me among the few.” […]
Eskom: Stage one load shedding kicks in
Nationwide load shedding will take place from 5-10pm. Source: Local New feed
Miners go to court over Marikana report
The wounded & arrested miners want the president to release the commission of inquiry’s report immediately. Source: Local New feed
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: Give good tidings to those who walk to the mosques in darkness for having a perfect light on the Day of Judgment.
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: Give good tidings to those who walk to the mosques in darkness for having a perfect light on […]
Hadith on Supplication: O Allah, I seek refuge in you from the evil I have done
Aisha reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, would say in his supplications, “O Allah, I seek refuge in you […]
Hadith on Supplication: The praise and glory of Allah remove sins like falling leaves
Anas ibn Malik reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, passed by a tree with dry leaves, so […]
Allah’s Apostle said, “When Allah created the creations, He wrote with Him on His Throne: ‘My Mercy has preceded My Anger.”
Allah’s Apostle said, “When Allah created the creations, He wrote with Him on His Throne: ‘My Mercy has preceded My Anger.” Source: […]
Fitch blames low rating on Eskom
Fitch affirmed its BBB rating, but says an unstable power supply has led it to cut growth forecasts. Source: Local New feed
Motshekga: Eradication of pit toilets remains a big challenge
The Basic Education Minister says her department will prioritise the rollout of basic services Source: Local New feed
Anas reported Allah’s Apostle (may peace be upon him) as saying: There would be left some space in Paradise as Allah would like that to be left. Then Allah would create another creation as He would…
Anas reported Allah’s Apostle (may peace be upon him) as saying: There would be left some space in Paradise as Allah would […]
Hani’s widow notified of Derby-Lewis’s medical parole conditions
The 79-year-old terminally ill cancer patient was granted medical parole last week. Source: Local New feed
NUM slams Eskom & minister over electricity crisis
The NUM wants to know who’s really benefitting from SA’s electricity crisis. Source: Local New feed
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: Judges are of three types, one of whom will go to Paradise and two to Hell. The one who will go to Paradise is a man who knows what is right and gives judgment…
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: Judges are of three types, one of whom will go to Paradise and two to Hell. The one […]
NUM’s membership sees a slight drop
NUM general secretary Frans Baleni says their membership has dropped from around 270,000 three years ago. Source: Local New feed
Sandton City investigates roof collapse
A woman is recovering in hospital after roof material fell on her while walking in the mall. Source: Local New feed
Anas b. Malik reported that Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) said: Allah is pleased with His servant who says: Al-Hamdu-lillah While taking a morsel of food and while drinking.
Anas b. Malik reported that Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) said: Allah is pleased with His servant who says: Al-Hamdu-lillah […]
‘Socio-economic problems can’t be blamed for violent crimes’
The judge says the convicted gangsters committed murders in public view without fear of consequence. Source: Local New feed
Hasan on Responsibility: The believer is a guardian over himself and holds himself accountable
Ibn Al-Mubarak reported: Hasan Al-Basri, may Allah have mercy on him, said, “Verily, the believer is a guardian over himself and he […]
WC sets aside R49m to combat school vandalism
Education MEC Debbie Schafer says the problem is most prevalent in areas where gangsterism is rampant. Source: Local New feed
‘Abdullah b. ‘Amr reported: It was narrated to me that the Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him) had said: The prayer observed by a person sitting is half of the prayer. I came to him (may peace…
‘Abdullah b. ‘Amr reported: It was narrated to me that the Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him) had said: The […]
The world reacts to Sepp Blatter’s resignation
Following Sepp Blatter’s announcement, reaction has poured in from all over the world on Twitter. Source: Local New feed
DA confident to steal Nelson Mandela Bay from ANC
DA leader Mmusi Maimane visited several areas in the metropolitan as he tried to woo voters. Source: Local New feed
Ibrahim on Mercy: A man has wronged me so I will have mercy on him
Adh-Dhahabi reported: Ibrahim At-Taymi, may Allah have mercy on him, said, “Indeed, a man has wronged me, so I will have mercy […]
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: Did you not see when the man died and his eyes were fixedly open? He (Abu Huraira) said: Yes. He (the Holy Prophet) said: It…
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: Did you not see when the man died and his […]
Third Kimberley arson attack victim dies
A 9-month-old baby and a female relative died on scene while another relative passed away in hospital. Source: Local New feed
Allah’s Apostle said, “I and the one who looks after an orphan will be like this in Paradise,” showing his middle and index fingers and separating them.
Allah’s Apostle said, “I and the one who looks after an orphan will be like this in Paradise,” showing his middle and […]
Manhunt continues for suspects who killed Landsdowne man
The body of a 27-year-old man was found at the weekend in Mitchells Plain after he was hijacked. Source: Local New feed
Samwu abandons wage talks with Salga
The union has labelled Salga’s revised 5.9 percent wage increase offer as ridiculous. Source: Local New feed
Abu Huraira (Allah be pleased with him) reported: There came a person demanding a camel from Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him). He (the Holy Prophet) said: Give him (the camel) of that age or…
Abu Huraira (Allah be pleased with him) reported: There came a person demanding a camel from Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon […]
Vavi: Nkandla report a kick in the teeth for Madonsela
Zwelinzima Vavi shares Desmond Tutu’s criticism of the document, both have labelled it a shame. Source: Local New feed
Police arrest five for illegal protest in KZN
Residents blockaded roads with burning tires earlier today demanding better service delivery. Source: Local New feed
Abn Huraira (Allah be pleased with him) reported Allah’s Apostle (may peace be upon him) having said this: By Him in Whose Hand is the life of Muhammad, there is no believer on the earth with whom I…
Abn Huraira (Allah be pleased with him) reported Allah’s Apostle (may peace be upon him) having said this: By Him in Whose […]
‘SSA can operate cellphone jamming devices’
David Mahlobo said claims signal jamming in Parliament took place to help Zuma were wrong. Source: Local New feed
Judgment on Derby-Lewis medical parole expected
Clive Derby-Lewis was sentenced to life in prison for the killing of SACP leader Chris Hani in 1993. Source: Local New feed