

Motha's leg was amputated when he was 11-years-old after being diagnosed with cancer. 19/9/19










The 2010 catastrophic Haiti earthquake was a magnitude 7.0 Mw earthquake. It is believed that the epicentre was near the the town of Léogâne, 16 miles west of Port-au-Prince, Haiti's capital.19/1/10
































Motha's leg was amputated when he was 11-years-old after being diagnosed with cancer. 19/9/19














As the coronavirus tightened its grip on the country and with strict burial regulations in place, the Johannesburg based funeral parlour, Thom Kight & Company, like many have had to adapt to ensure it can continue helping families say their final goodbyes to their loved ones in an empathetic way. Neil Keight, owner of the nearly 40 year old family-run business, says Covid-19 has forced them to adapt in the way they deal with those who have died, with extra precautions taken especially in keeping their staff safe. If COVID-19 is proven or even suspected, the personal protection must include
the use of body bags with their exterior disinfected, amongst other stringent measures.
As the coronavirus tightened its grip on the country and with strict burial regulations in place, the Johannesburg based funeral parlour, Thom Kight & Company, like many have had to adapt to ensure it can continue helping families say their final goodbyes to their loved ones in an empathetic way. Neil Keight, owner of the nearly 40 year old family-run business, says Covid-19 has forced them to adapt in the way they deal with those who have died, with extra precautions taken especially in keeping their staff safe. If COVID-19 is proven or even suspected, the personal protection must include
the use of body bags with their exterior disinfected, amongst other stringent measures.
The funeral parlour has received over 100 people, who, they say, have died from, or have suspected to have died from complications arising from the coronavirus. As Gauteng became the country’s Covid-19 epicenter, the funeral parlour prepared for the numbers to rise, recently they say that the they are seeing fewer cases.
Gary Van Biljon, who has worked as an undertaker at the funeral parlour for 21 years, and whose son, Allan , is also employed at the company, has dealt with over 15 Covid related calls in the past couple of weeks. He says he continues to aim to do his best for the families of those who have died from Covid-19. Dignity is very important to him, with his personal touch being to put a single rose on top of the cadavers. For Van Biljon, dealing with children is the hardest. “The biggest skill an undertaker can have is compassion. You can’t do it if you don’t have compassion. Dealing with Covid, a lot of protocol has changed. The sad part is, a lot have died without their loved ones.”20/7/20


















Her age is something that she is reluctant to disclose' My age is the one thing that is mine, not even my children know my age", but believe me, I am a senior citizen". She still wears leather gloves when she drives her Mercedes Benz. " it is like second nature, I have always done it. " The International Day of Older Persons is observed on October 1 each year."On December 14, 1990 the United Nations General Assembly voted to establish October 1 as the International Day of Older Persons.27/9/14












located in the Northern Province in the Madikwa District, in South Africa. SANFED boasts thousands of members, and is the only registered Naturist Federation in the country.9/10/10


“…If you are reading this then I am dead.”
This is the opening line of a letter found hidden under a carpet in 2012.
The letter was a confession to a murder committed 13 years earlier and reignited a case long thought to be cold – the kidnapping and murder of a woman named Betty Ketani. The man who wrote the letter may have feared death at the time, but today he remains very much alive.
The reopening of the Ketani case would lead to an investigation, which spanned five countries, relied on the help of a world-renowned DNA laboratory and saw a once popular and acclaimed Rosebank restaurant close literally overnight, its owner slipping out of the country. It would also add a chilling layer of meaning to this photograph of the author of the letter, taken eighteen months before the confession letter was discovered at a house in southern Johannesburg...
Betty Ketani, a mother of three came to Johannesburg in the 1990s in search of work and a better life for her family. She landed a job as a cook at Cranks, one of the city’s most popular Thai restaurants. Life seemed to be taking a turn for the better until one day Betty mysteriously disappeared – never to be seen again...30/10/10




located in the Northern Province in the Madikwa District, in South Africa. SANFED boasts thousands of members, and is the only registered Naturist Federation in the country.9/10/10


Crusaders MC are a South African club who say that their ethos is brotherhood and discipline. They are a tight knit community and can be insular. The president of the club claims that there are over 1200 members within the club and their numbers are growing.
Motorbike clubs are notoriously impenetrable to outsiders. Especially the outlaw ones, known as the one-percenters. Those who earn the patch and wear the cut have their reasons for joining. There’s a sense of belonging and pride. The thrill of the open road. The danger and the seduction of the machines. Rituals and rebellion.25/8/18
















It is believed to be one of South Africa's largest LGBTQ events. Since its start in 2000 it has grown to be a significant event for the town culminating in the grand finale of Pink Loerie, Knysna Pride parade and its 1000-person after-party held on the final weekend with floats, performers, and DJs.
The Knysna Loerie is a green bird but the color pink has a long association with LGBTQ culture.30/4/16


Katlego Selolo (20), a young man who spends most of his time, at his fathers NPO, (The Invincible u-turn Ranch), which is a family business that focuses on helping the disadvantaged and introducing horse riding into the black community
Katlego grew in Mamelodi , near to Pretoria, in the grounds of Baviansport Prison. His father, a Prison Warden in the horse unit, introduced him into the western lifestyle, which he fell in love with. He continues the journey by participating in Rodeo. He says that the feeling of riding makes him feel like he's in space due to the adrenaline rush.
The Rodeo and cowboy lifestyle is fostered at Que Sera, where events are held throughout the year.5/12/20










The American Style 50’s and 60’s diner is a colorful backdrop to the festival. Elvis impersonators have existed since the mid-1950s, just after Elvis Presley himself began his career.
Marilyn’s 60’s Diner in Storms River Village, situated in the heart of Tsitsikamma. It is billed as ‘a landmark for fun and a memory not to be forgotten, on the Garden Route. Without exception this American Style 50’s and 60’s diner is not to be skipped and “worth travelling to” and a worth wile stop on the N2, between Plettenberg Bay and Humansdorp. ‘
Husband and wife team, Jan and Ann du Rand created an eatery in retro-surroundings with its Cadillac’s and Chevy’s. With neon rimmed signage, 50 and 60’s décor and Elvis and Marilyn memorabilia, the place looks the part to create a quirky and nostalgic feel.’30/5/14
















located in the Northern Province in the Madikwa District, in South Africa. SANFED boasts thousands of members, and is the only registered Naturist Federation in the country.9/10/10
























Motha's leg was amputated when he was 11-years-old after being diagnosed with cancer. 25/9/19












Julies, 16, who suffered with Down syndrome, was shot and killed on Wednesday last week.
Julies' mother, Bridget Harris, was emotional , along with other family members and friends during the service. Julies sister went up on stage .
The vulnerability of children came under scrutiny again last week after the fatal shooting of Nateniël Julies, 16, allegedly at the hands of the police in Eldorado Park.3/9/20














Motorbike clubs are notoriously impenetrable to outsiders. Especially the outlaw ones, known as the one-percenters. Those who earn the patch and wear the cut have their reasons for joining. There’s a sense of belonging and pride. The thrill of the open road. The danger and the seduction of the machines. Rituals and rebellion.
Riding formation and discipline is enforced by the Road captain via Marshals on a run.24/9/17
















located in the Northern Province in the Madikwa District, in South Africa. SANFED boasts thousands of members, and is the only registered Naturist Federation in the country.9/10/10










Ycer Mashimane who hails from Tzaneen, was crowned Miss Gay Jozi.








































































These were the words of local pastor Hendrik de Beer at a mass prayer meeting in the small Free State farming town.
The prayer meeting was sandwiched between two high-profile court appearances: that of a local businessman who faces charges linked to public violence, and that of two men accused of a farm killing.
A large group of congregants and community members gathered at the Senekal showgrounds on Wednesday afternoon.14/10/20


a SATAWU strike, in central Johannesburg. 24/3/6
















International aid agencies struggle to find efficient ways to help a population living in a perpetual state of insecurity and violence. Food distribution is interrupted by gun battles, by militias stealing from the poor and weak, and donations are routinely looted upon arrival at the airport. It is difficult for foreigners to move around to provide aid without hiring their own militias to avoid being kidnapped.
Drought has plagued the Horn of Africa, and the U.N. estimates that while thousands have already died from hunger, three quarters of a million more might still perish from starvation in Somalia if sufficient aid doesn’t reach them in time.
Gift of The Givers, a South African Aid Organization, sent a team of doctors and specialists , as well as food parcels, to the war torn area. The Organization set up makeshift hospitals to treat the thousands of Somalians in dire need of assistance.










"The young boy’s friend Shannon Lerenzo, 12, used his hands to push the red earth onto the small coffin. Red dust on his face parted for the tears which streamed his cheeks pooling under his chin."
Lerenzo saw his friend die. He was allegedly hit by a speeding white Sedan as he crossed the road near the flats, in Maraisburg, close to where both boys live. Lerenzo and accompanying friends say they went to a local boxing gym after 5pm on July 31 but it was closed and the group had turned back home when Minegen was struck.
The Spiritual Chords Trust Sustainable Business Projects used the space to plant nutritious trees and to hand out food and essential supplies to residents. And most exciting for the children - sweets and presents.
Safeeyah Moosa from Spiritual Chords said their plan for the community was to teach families to grow and sell their own foods. She said what the community lacked was the ability to visualise a prosperous future for themselves which stemmed from their environment.
"The Spiritual Chords Trust Sustainable Business Projects has used the space to plant nutritious trees and to hand out food and essential supplies to residents. And most exciting for the children - sweets and presents.
Safeeyah Moosa from Spiritual Chords said their plan for the community was to teach families to grow and sell their own foods. She said what the community lacked was the ability to visualise a prosperous future for themselves which stemmed from their environment."7/8/20












































































As the coronavirus tightened its grip on the country and with strict burial regulations in place, the Johannesburg based funeral parlor, Thom Kight & Company, like many have had to adapt to ensure it can continue helping families say their final goodbyes to their loved ones in an empathetic way. Neil Keight, owner of the nearly 40 year old family-run business, says Covid-19 has forced them to adapt in the way they deal with those who have died, with extra precautions taken especially in keeping their staff safe. If COVID-19 is proven or even suspected, the personal protection must include
the use of body bags with their exterior disinfected, amongst other stringent measures.20/7/20
























Katlego Selolo (20) is a young man who spends most of his time at his father’s Non -Profit Organization, “The Invincible U-Turn Ranch”,which is a family business which focuses on helping the disadvantaged, and on introducing horse riding into the black community.
Katlego was introduced to the 'Western' Lifestyle from a young age. His father Peter, a Prison Warden in the Horse Unit, introduced him into the western lifestyle, which he fell in love with. He continued the journey when he took the decision to take up rodeo, He says that horse-riding makes him feel like he's “in space” due to the adrenaline rush and sense of freedom it gives him. He has dreams to travel abroad. The rodeo and cowboy lifestyle is fostered at Que Sera, where events are held throughout the year.20/3/21














































The American Style 50’s and 60’s diner is a colorful backdrop to the festival. Elvis impersonators have existed since the mid-1950s, just after Elvis Presley himself began his career.
Marilyn’s 60’s Diner in Storms River Village, situated in the heart of Tsitsikamma. It is billed as ‘a landmark for fun and a memory not to be forgotten, on the Garden Route. Without exception this American Style 50’s and 60’s diner is not to be skipped and “worth travelling to” and a worth wile stop on the N2, between Plettenberg Bay and Humansdorp. ‘
Husband and wife team, Jan and Ann du Rand created an eatery in retro-surroundings with its Cadillac’s and Chevy’s. With neon rimmed signage, 50 and 60’s décor and Elvis and Marilyn memorabilia, the place looks the part to create a quirky and nostalgic feel.’31/5/14


"I made the best save of the tournament," he added. "Sometimes in training I play as a goalkeeper, so it was worth it."2/7/10






Chinese New Year is the longest and most important festivity in the Chinese calendar.22/1/12


























The American Style 50’s and 60’s diner is a colorful backdrop to the festival. Elvis impersonators have existed since the mid-1950s, just after Elvis Presley himself began his career.
Marilyn’s 60’s Diner in Storms River Village, situated in the heart of Tsitsikamma. It is billed as ‘a landmark for fun and a memory not to be forgotten, on the Garden Route. Without exception this American Style 50’s and 60’s diner is not to be skipped and “worth travelling to” and a worth wile stop on the N2, between Plettenberg Bay and Humansdorp. ‘
Husband and wife team, Jan and Ann du Rand created an eatery in retro-surroundings with its Cadillac’s and Chevy’s. With neon rimmed signage, 50 and 60’s décor and Elvis and Marilyn memorabilia, the place looks the part to create a quirky and nostalgic feel.’30/5/14
















































"The young boy’s friend Shannon Lerenzo, 12, used his hands to push the red earth onto the small coffin. Red dust on his face parted for the tears which streamed his cheeks pooling under his chin."
Lerenzo saw his friend die. He was allegedly hit by a speeding white Sedan as he crossed the road near the flats, in Maraisburg, close to where both boys live. Lerenzo and accompanying friends say they went to a local boxing gym after 5pm on July 31 but it was closed and the group had turned back home when Minegen was struck.
The Spiritual Chords Trust Sustainable Business Projects used the space to plant nutritious trees and to hand out food and essential supplies to residents. And most exciting for the children - sweets and presents.
Safeeyah Moosa from Spiritual Chords said their plan for the community was to teach families to grow and sell their own foods. She said what the community lacked was the ability to visualise a prosperous future for themselves which stemmed from their environment.
"The Spiritual Chords Trust Sustainable Business Projects has used the space to plant nutritious trees and to hand out food and essential supplies to residents. And most exciting for the children - sweets and presents.
Safeeyah Moosa from Spiritual Chords said their plan for the community was to teach families to grow and sell their own foods. She said what the community lacked was the ability to visualise a prosperous future for themselves which stemmed from their environment." 7/8/20



