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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
By Kyle Robinson and Bradley Janssen Skydiving is a sport that appeals to many because of the thrill of the adrenalin rush. However, others are more worried about their personal safety, and would not trust themselves to jump out of an aeroplane. This piece investigates the dangers of skydiving, and follows the entire training process […]
By: Chwayitisa Nandisa Futshane and Bradley Janssen For the past few months Grocotts Mail has been training a group of citizen journalists on the basic principles of journalism such as gathering stories, verifying information, sources and writing articles on the various stories that they gather around their communities. Citizen journalism is effectively becoming a very […]
Juan Munoz is a world-renowed violinst who currently lectures in the Rhodes University Music department. Munoz was born and educated in Chile, South America and decided to come to South Africa in search of adventure. His plan was to live in South Africa for two years but 20 years later he is still here. Munoz […]
Water shortage has been a problem in Grahamstown for many months and little has been done to help the less privilage receive water . Zoli Sakata, a citizen journalist from Grocott’s Mail, reports on how the Grahamstown Fire Department as found a solution to the problem.
This is a story about a taxi driver who has a degree but was a victim of unemployment. He then became a taxi driver and he fells that his job has served him well up to so far but he plans on finding greener pastures. The taxi driver is Fikele Tambo and he is […]
This is a profile which goes into the life of one of the Grahamstown Steers employees who is responsible for taking the many food orders that are made everyday.
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.
