Progress Belongs to those who Start.
As the world melts, unwavering party loyalty breeds a self-imposed blindness. We look but do not see fractured realities; propaganda shatters convictions as we turn to racist blame and hatred, turning truth to air. This silent endorsement of the status quo, of continiously voting for a disfunctional government party, or not voting at all, this "speaking by saying nothing," allows...
Fred Gillespie's life, tracing back to South African settler heritage, was marked by significant personal transitions. He formed multiple family connections, including two marriages and subsequent partnerships, resulting in five children. His journey spanned various locations across South Africa, from Kimberley, Swaziland to Namibia, before his passing in Mtubatuba. in 1994....
A Short Story Lines on his face are trenches of despair, scars turned battle hymns. Today, he’ll pretend, a hero born from necessity, not by choice. The battle-worn armour he bears glints like a fading sun, mocking the memories of triumphs long turned to ash. Each scratch screams defiance against time and mortality, a silent anthem of a man who’s endured...
A hidden world of echoes and shadow-cages. Iinner struggles, a constant presence. Robberies, gunshots, a terrifying daily rhythm with political beats pulsing drumbeats of war. Nightmares rise from ashes. Security efforts are often futile. Anger fills the streets. A chilling call thunders, igniting fear. Children stare, wide-eyed, confused. Weapons fill the house. A single shot mobilizes fear, as anger surge across...
In this “Who Moved My Cheese?” saga, I revel in the joy of remote labour. But the ticking clock of an ending contract sends the winds of change my way. New opportunities beckon, but they could be sandwich artists on Etsy or cow milkers on a farm, pay cheques pending. Meanwhile, my life partner's inflexibility could land us back in Gauteng,...
Prepare to strut your stuff, agri-champs! The Overberg Agricultural Worker 2023 Competition is here to spotlight your farm-tastic contributions. From drivers to managers, everyone gets to showcase their skills (and possibly win some moolah). Remember, fellow farmhands do the nominating. Deadline? June 12, 2023. Till then, keep the tractors humming and the cattle mumbling!...
Want to save the world as a Cape Nature Pupil Field Ranger? Your missions, should you choose to accept, include: translating plant whispers, putting out renegade fires, educating clueless humans, and perhaps tango with alien vegetation. Remember to pack your fitness, team spirit, bilingual skills, and a valid ID. Don't expect Wi-Fi....
If fitness routines and the African bush are your jam, the Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is hiring wildlife heroes! The Anti-Poaching Unit prioritizes those who're strong-willed and disciplined. Show them your "Rocky" moment with a 10 km run in under an hour, 35 push-ups, 50 sit-ups and 7 pull-ups. Just don't forget your police clearance....
I remember the awkward moment when I came out to my mom during another potential introduction to another female friend. Mustering up courage, I blurted out, “Mom, I'm gay.” Her response? “Well, that's certainly a unique choice.” I could practically hear the crickets chirping in the background, briefly. Growing up closeted, embracing diversity was a challenge. I felt isolated and...
Since the rise of the World Wide Web, finding digital assets is as easy as pie, but beware: you can't just snatch and use stock art or any other digital media! The copyright trap lurks around every corner, with eagle-eyed companies and software prepared to raise hell for any infringement. But fear not, fair freelancers and careful creators, there's...