IFP President goes down on his knees

“Nelson Mandela has fought for social justice for 67 years. We are asking you to start with 67 minutes. We would be honoured if such a day can serve to bring together people around the world to fight poverty, promote peace, reconciliation and cultural diversity.” The above statement was issued...

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Dining with Chef Scott

Andile Sikhakhane is the founder of The Culinary Experience and is popularly known as Chef Scott. At 23 years of age, he is already a well travelled connoisseur of good food. Andile studied Catering Management at The Durban University of Technology, and says that he is still furthering his studies at...

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Validating an imminent dream

They often say that when passion meets hardwork, success will soon follow. These words are evidently true for the energetic and talented radio DJ from eXobho in Kwa-Zulu Natal, who has fallen many times, but has managed to always get up and try again. Nongoma FM’s Mthobisi Dlamini, popularly known...

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Empowering the nation – one learner at a time

Making sure that every child in South Africa gets access to education and information has always been a goal to reach in South Africa. In 2003 two young researchers, Joy Oliver and Makhosi Gogwana at the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) were looking at ways in which science, technology, innovation...

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“Nude is Art” – Matiyela

Considering that the exhibition and publication of Nude Photography may be controversial, because many perceive it as Pornography,  for 22-year-old nude photographer, it is all about Fine Art and expressing himself. Durban University of Technology’s very own third year Photography student, Lucky Matiyela is the owner and founder of BLKFRRST...

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