Longing to Belong
A personal documentary exploring “Indian” identity in South Africa
The Makana Municipality is accused of failing to assist members of Grahamstown east with housing problems caused by the heavy rains experienced last year. Michael Bhusakwe is a victim of Grahamstown’s infrastructural problems and Duduestsang Makuse reports on his situation.
By Lisa Bluett, Sembene Hamilton & Ntombi Mlangeni Working with citizen journalist Cathy Gush was an enlightening experience. As a third year journalism student one has a tendency to take for granted just how much one has actually learned in three years, and communicating these abilities and skills to someone who hasn’t had the opportunity to study […]
It wasn\’t easy, but it was hope that pulled us through By: Bongeka Gumede and Nonceba Mhlauli Working with Andile Nayika was a challenging yet fulfilling and rewarding experience for us. He was eager to learn yet highly constrained by time and other commitments and this posed a great problem for us in the beginning. […]
Not many people get a stroke at a young age. Besides, few people know how to support people after a stroke. This personal documentary shows how friends have helped my brother recover physically as well as emotionally by using innovative ways-by Nicole Bloch
There is nothing more disgusting then switching on the tap and some brown mud coughs out. Added to this is the fact that newspaper reports have gone out claiming deadly diseases and stating that Grahamstown water is not safe to drink. Well it is time to uncover the truth, so we went deep into the […]
Not many people get a stroke at a young age. Besides, few people know how to support people after a stroke. This personal documentary shows how friends have helped my brother recover physically as well as emotionally by using innovative ways-by Nicole Bloch
A personal documentary exploring “Indian” identity in South Africa
A documentary about the hardships of being a young mother. This is a story about a brave young women who decided to keep her baby regardless of the fact that she would only see her child once every two months. Her baby is her inspiration to complete her degree and make a success of her […]
This is a story of a reltionship that I shared with a companion.It is a journey through the feelings of love, lust , longing , loneliness and loss.
This is my personal story about my journey from competitive school rugby through serious injury that set me back for years, putting me out of all sport. It has been a long process of rehabiliation after two major operations. Sport is such a big part of my life, and is a big part of my […]
A personal documentary about a family and it’s national identity (or lack thereof) in South Africa.
A short documentary about being a white South African, and its implications for my identity as an African.
Raphael HIV testing and support CentreThe Raphael Centre located in Grahamstown, South Africa is a HIV/AIDS testing and support centre. Lately, though, this haven for people infected or affected by the virus has been rought by troubles. The future of the centre is uncertain as it needs sponsors to ensure it’s survival. Meanwhile other issues, like an objecting neighbour are also posing problems for the centre which helps over 1 000 people every month.