Nikhil Gopichand

Durban

Journalist at Rising Sun Chatsworth

Journalist for the Rising Sun Community Newspapers

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Pics: Knitting and crocheting winter warmth for Khanya Hospice

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

VIBRANT colours, conversation and beautiful crocheted and knitted blankets were the order of the day at the Amanzimtoti Methodist Church when members of the community came together for Community Hospice Outreach’s annual knit-a-thon/crochet-a-thon on May 24. Also read: Mother of Peace launches R400K oyster mushroom campaignIt was a day of fun, laughter, lots of tea and snacks as attendees knitted and crocheted blankets and other woolly winter essentials for patients of Khanya Hospice.
Twini Primary learners elated after vehicle sponsorship

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

UMBOGINTWINI Primary School is on the move, thanks to a generous donation by Hyundai Amanzimtoti, who sponsored the school a minibus. Also read: Kingsway High hosts Suid-Natal in hockey, netball and rugby [Pics]Chloe Gibb of Umbogintwini Primary School said, “From school outings to sports events, this amazing gift helps drive our learners closer to opportunity, growth and unforgettable memories.
Crow urges motorists to check engines before starting during winter

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

AS the temperature steadily drops, the Centre for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (Crow) urges motorists to be aware that wildlife may seek warmth under or even inside vehicles. Also read: Crow releases wildcat rescued from KingsburghThe non-profit organisation recently admitted two dassies, also known as rock hyraxes, one of which sustained injuries after seeking respite in a car engine bay.
Toti 'envirokids' celebrate Compost Awareness Week

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

THE ‘envirokids’ at Amanzimtoti Primary School learnt about the magic of compost during their garden exploration as part of the school’s Enviroclub’s observation of International Compost Awareness Week from May 4 to 10. Also read: Edu-Paw graduation is coming up – help make it superbThe young seed detectives spotted muthi plants, which they were educated on. Muthi is an indigenous plant with medicinal properties used historically by local communities, often for traditional healing practises.
Three ensnared animals rescued in three different areas by Snare Aware

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

AS the dry winter thins out the bushes, poachers have had the time and space to run rampant and terrorise the local fauna, according to a Snare Aware member. Also read: Crow releases wildcat rescued from KingsburghThe member, whose identity will remain anonymous for their safety, said, “We have had three reports of animals being released from snares recently. A domestic dog in Desainagar, a duiker in Bothas Hill and another dog in Crestholme.
School hockey teams pass, dribble and shoot on tournament day

1 week ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

THE first of two mini-hockey tournaments hosted by Amanzimtoti Primary School (APS) is done and dusted after 48 teams competed on the school’s fields on May 10. Schools including Athlone Park, Scottburgh and Umkomaas Primary schools as well as Warner Beach Preparatory School and Kuswag Skool joined the Grades 1-3 boys and girls from APS.
Kick off for a cause in Lotus Park for Seva Bhakti Foundation's birthday

2 weeks ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

IN CELEBRATION of their seventh birthday, Seva Bhakti Foundation (SBF) is hosting a birthday festival on June 21 at Kamalinee Primary School. The celebratory event is jam-packed with exciting activities for the whole family, including live entertainment, a spicy noodles eating challenge, a giant burger competition, a host of games and activities for children, market stalls with delectable foods, crafts, clothing and more.
Play area transformed after collective community effort [Pics]

2 weeks ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

WHAT began as a simple Facebook post turned into a strong show of support from the community, which came together on Workers’ Day to revamp the children’s play area in Hutchison Park. When Bronwyn Andrea Bewick took to social media to complain about the state of the park, local businesses, individuals and organisations, including Salajees Hardware, Easigrass, Holm Fabrications, Kings Hardware, Pinetown Poles, Franco Molato and Love Cities, Love Toti, banded together to make a difference.
Reece talks dreams, quadriplegia and how he stays positive

2 weeks ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

THE odds were stacked against him since he was born but Reece Smith, co-founder of Wheels on Waves and his own platform, Rolling with Reece, maintains a positive outlook on life, and a proactive approach to helping others with disabilities experience all the good the world and Amanzimtoti have to offer. Also read: Wheels on Waves raises funds for beach wheelchairsSmith shared how his story began, “I was born with arthrogryposis, which translates from Greek to the ‘curving of the joints’.
R51b approved for Transnet’s ongoing debt struggles

2 weeks ago | citizen.co.za | Nikhil Gopichand

FOLLOWING the Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy’s announcement of a R51b guarantee facility to the country’s struggling port and rails operator, Transnet will be refinancing its debt to continue operations for the foreseeable future.