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Summer, sun, sapphire blue waters and figs
Fatima Jakoet heads to Hermanus to enjoy a glorious late summer day by the sea and eat some figs.
Category: Observations
100 Day World Cup Countdown: Pick n Pay raise the stakes
“The World Cup is at Northgate Shopping Centre” is what you would have thought had you been there this past Tuesday.
100 Days!
Since I arrived three weeks ago, South Africa has welcomed me with open arms– and although I’m an American, there’s a special excitement I feel whenever I see someone waving a South African flag because I then begin to realize that the World Cup is really happening, that it’s almost here, and that I am actually going to be apart of the experience.
The People’s Bus is off to a town near you
Roll up, roll up for Brand South Africa’s magical bus tour, bringing the excitement of 2010 to every corner of the country. Mongezi Mtati joins the inaugural run, to Tembisa.
Do you know the muffin man who lives on Canterbury Street?
It’s pink, it’s gorgeous and it draws a crowd. Why? Apart from the building being an historical monument, Charly’s bakery in Canterbury Street, Cape Town is a must visit for those with a sweet tooth and a love for scenery.
Football Fever is Real!
I start to relax and look out the window at my fellow, and sister, motorists. For the first time I notice the beautiful colours of their various football shirts. Brazil, Spain and Portugal are among the favourites.
An Ode to Newlands, Cricket and the Mountain
By mspr1nt on Jan 09, 2010 in Ant Sims, Events, Featured, Observations, People, Perspectives, Places
Once a year Cape Town locals are treated to a great Test match at Newlands and 2010 kicked off with a bang as South Africa and England came out to play.
Final Draw, Final Straw
Our intrepid correspondent sets out to party hearty at the FIFA World Cup draw in Cape Town on December 5, but ends up feeling like a Hobbit.
Diverse culture
How do we educate ourselves on the diverse cultures that surround us, asks contributor Mongezi Mtati.
Eight (grumpy) reasons to work over Xmas
There is always a bright side to everything so here are a few reasons to enjoy working over the Xmas period.
Flying with the dreamers
This is by far my favourite time of the year! Perfect summer days flying into Cape Town with Table Mountain visual miles before we commence our descend into the city.
Iziko South African Museum
I love idling away hours in the museum. I visit so often that I know the floor plan by heart. I’m always amazed that I learn something new with each visit.
Day of Reconciliation
South Africa’s DNA on display on the Day of Reconciliation — the spirit of Invictus lives.
Inspired
By Nadine Khan on Dec 13, 2009 in Art, Creativity, Events, Featured, Lives, Nadine Khan, Observations, People
I challenge you to take a fresh look at our amazing Mzanzi. Go on a journey, find the possibilities and who knows you might just like Kahn Morbee – “.. be thinking of a time I felt inspired.”
Here’s looking at you, kid
The African bush delivers surprises, even to the most seasoned travellers and game lovers.
Company Gardens Pulls Up Its Socks
The Gardens, a haven situated at the top of Adderley Street, has been a sanctuary for the city’s overheated and overworked people for over 200 years…
Go for green, in the shopping mall, well done Canal Walk..
Going green is all the rage and this is great. What really excited me a few days ago, was an unexpected pop in to Century City and oh my how quickly things change.
Makro makes it better.
On a shopping trip to Makro, a well known mass merchandiser and cash and carry operator, I had one of those moments that can really ruin your day.
Noisy Nation
Noise has been in the South African news, from the mangling of our national anthem in Toulouse to complaints about our beloved vuvuzelas.
It’s Friday, and I Smell a Fish
If you’ve ever passed by the Plumstead Fisheries on the corner of Victoria and Main Road, Plumstead, you will know what I’m talking about.
South African Attitude
One of the things I admire about South African’s is our tenacity and innovative spirit. I think that is one of the reasons why South Africans are generally sought after as employees internationally.
Reflecting on South Africa
Dwight “Superman” Howard, star centre for the Orlando Magic of America’s National Basket Association visited South Africa earlier this year under the aegis of Basketball Without Borders. In addition to making the video above, he blogged movingly about it here. “Rich at heart and rich in spirit” is how he describes the new friends he [...]
Motown, South Africa, where gold is spun from goat hair
Reflections on a trip to Graaff-Reinet to attend the first international Mohair Summit.
I Love Jozi
I awoke this morning to the fresh look of a wet, green garden. Everything looked clean after the downpours we have been having of late. As usual, I turned the radio on to listen to the antics of the team at Highveld 94.7 and my heart was truly warmed
Finding the extraordinary, and each other, in the ordinary
Wait a minute, is it possible that we think our stories aren’t worth telling because we are surrounded by them so much?
Plover survives Goldfish with a little help from her friends
Concert goers erect a laager and mount guard to protect a helpless bird at a concert in Johannesburg.
Quote for the day
By izwi on Aug 08, 2009 in Observations
“Looking at the world map today, it isn’t easy to find countries with financial and economic policies that have been as sound as South Africa’s” — US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, speaking to business leaders Johannesburg.
Easy to fall in love with the place…
By izwi on May 28, 2009 in Observations
“You’ll find warmth and openness wherever you go,” writes the Daily Telegraph’s rugby correspondent, Mick Cleary. “There’s difference, too, a sense of vitality and honesty that is refreshing. You feel alive here, aware of the great possibilties.”
