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Emile Solanki, founder of tilawa1942.com, whose great-great grandfather died during the tragedy. The SS Tilawa was carrying silver bullion when she was torpedoed. The bullion was recovered in 2017.

Survival at sea: Durban commemorates WWII sinking of ‘Indian Titanic’

Relatives of SS Tilawa victims gathered in the city to mark 82 years since the tragedy, sharing stories of bravery, loss and the ship’s enduring legacy

  • Des Erasmus
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