Brij Maharaj is a geography professor at UKZN. He writes in his personal capacity. While human rights are perceived as a Western concept, emerging strongly in 1948, it has been an important part of ...

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Hindu scriptures such as the Vedas, Puranas, and epics like the Mahabharata make numerous references to dogs. Far from being dismissed as ordinary animals, dogs in these texts are often portrayed as ...

We live in a world of turmoil. The rules of engagement are tattered and torn, and those of us at the margins of power feel powerless. Where do we get a sense of principle, honour and freedom of speech ...