Paul Weinberg has witnessed one of the most famous moments of our democracy with his lens. The opportunity to walk through the LSE exhibit titled South Africa’s Democracy, Mandela’s Cherished Ideal, he has curated was very special. Title The Atrium Gallery on the LSE campus which hosts the display is a very neat space. As … Continue reading LSE Exhibiton brings a sense of home to London
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Mandela and South Africa Celebrated
In celebration of 20 years of democracy in South Africa this year, the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is hosting a public exhibition titled “South Africa’s Democracy – Mandela’s Cherished Ideal” running for the month of September. As part of this exhibition, the University of Cape Town Alumni Trust arranged to screen … Continue reading Mandela and South Africa Celebrated
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Last week I went to a fantastic South African owned restaurant to celebrate a family friend’s visit to London from Cape Town. The atmosphere was jolly, the extensive wine list was certainly appreciated, and a wave of nostalgia crashed over me. I couldn’t help feel, surrounded by familiar accents and seeing biltong on the menu, … Continue reading Home
No One Expects the Spanish Inquisition!
Fact. Even at the Monty Python Live show, they caught us by surprise. I laughed all night, virtually non-stop. The PythonsI am still pinching myself. Did I really sing along to the Lumberjack song? See the 'Spam Lake Radio Ballet'? Surreal, but true. After buying tickets back in November, the day had finally arrived to … Continue reading No One Expects the Spanish Inquisition!
An Audience with Comic Genius
PosterThis weekend I attended a show by legendary performer and satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys. Not entirely sure what (or whom out of his character arsenal) to expect we were given an entertaining whistle stop history of the political intricacies of South Africa.The title of the show was An Audience with Pieter-Dirk Uys in which, as we … Continue reading An Audience with Comic Genius
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A Proud Day
Today is a big day in South Africa. Today is the day that the population (over the age of 18) cast their votes in our fifth national election. It’s a day that is filled with much excitement and interest. These elections are historic for a few reasons. Not only are they being held (almost exactly) … Continue reading A Proud Day
Hob-nobbing
On Saturday I was lucky enough to see one of my favourite South African comedians perform in London. Marc Lottering has been making us all chortle with his observations and characters for years and has firmly placed himself in the minds and hearts of many, especially Cape-tonians. I remember seeing him perform a show at … Continue reading Hob-nobbing
Selfish Selfies?
I’m hoping this post doesn’t turn itself into a rant instead of being a ramble, let’s hold thumbs…As I’m sure everyone who is on a social network site has seen, many women have been posting pictures of themselves without make up in aid of cancer research, and then nominating their friends to do the same. … Continue reading Selfish Selfies?
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