Indian indie gold in White Gold

Anton Burggraaf The year 2010 marks the 150th anniversary of the arrival of Indians in South Africa. A number of commemorative events have been held around the country, culminating in November, the month when the first ship from India docked at the newly proclaimed...

Spud: A move to mainstream

Anton Burggraaf Spud is a movie to watch for a many reasons. It’s the first time that an English-language feature has had this much local attention, from the media and public alike – including a ready-made phalanx of die-hard fans of the original book. Many are hoping...

RFK in the Land of Apartheid: A Ripple of Hope

Robert F Kennedy speaking in Jameson Hall at the University of Cape Town on  6 June 1966. Phil Hall In June 1966, US senator Robert F Kennedy accepted the invitation of several South African university student organisations to speak at their institutions on the...

Mediatech Africa set for July 2011

Biannual advanced audiovisual technology trade exhibition Mediatech Africa will take place at the Coca-Cola dome in Northgate, Johannesburg, from 20 to 22 July 2011, featuring live demonstrations, workshops and a business matchmaking programme. “These sectors...

South Africa’s next top editor

Extras in the Newlands swimming pool in Cape Town during the shoot for the Mineseeker public service announcement. The footage was then given to the South Africa’s Next Top Editor competition entrants to edit.(Image © Emma O’Brien) Andy Stead In order to...