SOUTH AFRICANS OF INDIAN-ORIGIN TURN UP IN THEIR THOUSANDS FOR KAVADY

Tens of thousands of South Africans of Indian-origin once again flocked to temples and places of worship all over the country to participate in the annual Kavady prayer services on Sunday, February 12. The Sunday gatherings followed similar events that were held three days earlier on Thursday, February 9. The Thursday and Sunday services were characterised by entire families, including young children and teenagers, participating in the Kavady ceremonies with all their passion, commitment and total belief in the deity - Lord Muruga. Subry Govender compiled this radio feature after attending one of the Kavady ceremonies…… .