The situation in Zimbabwe is precarious to say the least. Peaceful resolution doesn’t seem possible – either way blood is going to be spilled. Should South Africa invade? Do we even stand a chance?

Here’s a great idea for solving problems: *Do* something! South Africa has many problems but the greatest is it’s citizens’ unwillingness to pitch in and help when presented with an opportunity to do so. They’re quite happy to whine and blame – just so long as they don’t have to get their hands dirty. “Somone” has to fix this, is an oft-heard phrase.

There’s something about travelling somewehere.
It can be in a car, airplane, train, bus. Just as long as you’re not driving. It’s probably the time I’m most creative. I sit there with my head against the window in pensive reverie, contemplating any and all things in whatever order they enter my mind. Normally I wish for [...]

So I found myself sitting next to an American on the train the other day. Just to refresh your memories: I’m in Sweden where the use of trains is a practical thing.
Upon discovering that I’m South African the American expresses a desire to learn more of South Africa as he will be visiting the place [...]

This post is my tribute to those who died, may it not be in vain:
Steven Biko, Neil Aggett, Victoria Mxenge, Albert Luthuli, Chris Hani, Hector Pieterson, Nkosi Johnson.
“Asimbonang ‘umfowethu thina
Laph’ekhona
Laph’wafela khona.”
— Asimbonanga, Johnny Clegg —
“(we have not seen our brother
In the place where he is
In the place where he died)”
To those who lived through pain, [...]