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20 Years On
A very personal reflection on how Nelson Mandela’s walk to freedom 20 years ago on February 11 transformed the life and prospects of a young Afrikaner.
Category: Perspectives
Think BRICSA
South Africa doesn’t have the population or the GDP of the so-called BRIC’s — Brazil, Russia, India and China — so it’s a bit cheeky of us to argue we’re in the same league, right? Well, don’t tell that to the Financial Times Johannesburg correspondent Richard Lapper.
Skepticism breeds solutions in a paradoxical nation
Spend some time with a South African, simply engage in casual conversation and see the impossible become the possible.
You Make Joburg Great
By Mongezi Mtati on Jan 11, 2010 in Creativity, Events, Featured, Mongezi Mtati, People, Perspectives
When I first heard about You Make Joburg Great (YMJG) on Facebook, it struck me as an interesting and interactive concept. We took a moment to chat to Dean who is know as the brains behind it.
What inspired YMJG?
Several reasons really. While Cape Town and other international cities have several obvious assets that make them [...]
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.
Rock solid neighbourhood
By Fatima Jakoet on Jan 08, 2010 in Contributors, Fatima Jakoet, Featured, Lives, People, Perspectives
I look not too far down our road and make a mental calculation of the cumulative years of marriage of my seven immediate neighbours and come up with surprisingly huge number of 180 years!
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.
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.
Eternal optimist, the best brand ambassador money can’t buy…
Road work may infuriate most people, but excites me. Have I mentioned how amazing Cape Town International airport is yet? Well it is certainly an architecturally beautiful piece of art.
Green Point Stadium in VR
By izwi on Nov 13, 2009 in Perspectives
From 360 Cities, some really stunning virtual reality images of the stadium and the rest of Cape Town.
A World Cup of Hope, Not Fear
Oliver Holt, sports columnist for the UK’s Daily Mirror, returns to South Africa to look at preparations for the 2010 World Cup and likes what he sees.
Always a believer
What do I miss? Our rock-solid self reliance. The support system of extended family. The free economy and ease of starting a new business. Ubuntu. And let’s not forget the abundance of public holidays, sunshine, braaivleis and feeling alive.
Coming to the point
“South Africa is hosting this event for a reason – because it deserves to, and because FIFA knows it will be a success. It´s time for the rest of the world to agree” — Korea Times
Africa’s IT Revolution
Engage directly with CEO’s and top execs who are playing a major role in the African telecommunications story. The discussion will be via a video link-up, courtesy of Cisco, between Johannesburg, Washington and New York.
South Africa’s Advantages
By izwi on Sep 30, 2009 in Perspectives
“A glance at this year’s tables measuring the ease of doing business and prepared by the International Finance Corporation – the business arm of the World Bank – highlights South Africa’s advantages” — The Financial Times, 30/09/09
Ladies in Red
Nicky Rehbock, a writer and sub at Big Media, goes to cover Cosatu’s 10th national congress and likes the vibe.
Powerhouse
By izwi on Aug 27, 2009 in Perspectives
CNBC Business calls SA “a world economic powerhouse” and finds its companies well-placed to weather the global recession.
Road Trip
By izwi on Aug 08, 2009 in Perspectives
UK TV personality Mark Durden-Smith drives a jeep called Jeffrey from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth and a good time is had by all. He’s a bit manic to begin with, but grows on you. The weather doesn’t seem to be cooperating, but the Knysna oysters look sublime.
