Social (opinion) Articles

Neelam Rahim | neelam@radioislam.co.za 3-minute read 14 October 2023 | 14:58 CAT Stress is taking a toll on the workforce, with half of online South Africans confessing to having needed time off from work due to stress in the past year. This sentiment is echoed...

Mumtaz Moosa | mumtazs@icloud.com 22 September 2023 | 08:00 CAT 1 min read When a person passes away, their close family or relatives are there to perform the ghusl or ritual bathing of the dead. The bath is done according to the rules of Shariah, and an important...

Naseerah Nanabhai | naseerahnanabhai@gmail.com 15 September 2023 |12:15 CAT 2 min read The cornerstone of a healthy and fulfilling life is good nutrition. It fuels our bodies, supports overall well-being, and is pivotal in preventing chronic diseases since navigating...

Mumtaz Saley | mumtazs@icloud.com 15 September 2023 | 11:30 CAT 1 min read When a loss occurs, we understand that to Almighty Allah, we belong and to him is our return. Recently, I found that people look for reasons or make excuses regarding how and why the person is...

Naseerah Nanabhai | naseerahnanabhai@gmail.com 8 September 2023 | 16:30 CAT 2 min read In today's fast-paced and demanding world, stress has become an inevitable part of our daily lives. Recent studies show that a lack of work-life balance may be a significant...

Mumtaz Moosa | mumtazs@icloud.com 7 September 2023 | 11:30 CAT 2 min read For decades, Iran had been scrutinised for having modesty police, but as we turn our heads toward Europe, we must understand that the laws are beginning to look the same as Muslim girls are made...

Annisa Essack | kzn@radioislam.org.za 31 August 2023 | 06:00 CAT 1 min read Samoosas are a popular snack in South Africa, typically made with a triangular pastry shell filled with a savoury mince or chicken mixture. However, a new product called "golden pockets" has...

Naseerah Nanabhai | naseerahnanabhai@gmail.com 25 August 2023 | 11:00 CAT 1 min read Over recent years, sustainable living has become increasingly important, with 68% of global consumers willing to reduce their consumption by half to avoid environmental damage or...

Mumtaz Moosa | mumtazs@icloud.com 24 August 2023 | 17:30 CAT 1 min read In South Africa, the law is clear. It has consistently emphasised the significance of preserving a meaningful bond between a child and both parents unless the child's welfare is in danger and...