Author: Michael Salzwedel

Part of the 1820 Settlers’ Monument went up in flames in 1994 and was rebuilt at a cost of around R59 million in today’s money, something I wasn’t aware of at the time. Most of us had other things on our mind that year. Had I known, I might have campaigned for its demolition instead.

Three rhinos were killed by poachers last night on the Lalibela private game reserve, and a fourth one died late this morning. It is suspected that they were poisoned as there were no visible bullet wounds.

A war has been declared. Granted, that isn't a very interesting statement and it's not like it hasn't happened before, but this time around the enemy might surprise you.

On 14 August a commemoration ceremony was held on High Street to celebrate the centenary of the placement of a memorial stone by former Prime Minister Jan Smuts to celebrate the 100 years of the founding of Grahamstown.

The concept of ‘Play’ is something we forget or redefine as we get older. For six aspiring directors, from Rhodes drama department, this is the basis of their upcoming productions that will be showcased for all to see this week.

The Olympic Games opening ceremony was spectacular, but also a little drawn out. Although we enjoyed the entertainment, nobody in our family managed to pay attention, or even stay in the room for the whole three hours.

Meg Stevens, the creator and designer of the cosy fleece wrap brand Mega-hug, visited the McKaiser and AVCC old age homes on Monday to give away over 100 Mega-hugs.

The National Arts Festival announced the winners of the coveted Gold and Silver 2012 Standard Bank Ovation Awards, and a slew of special awards, at a function held in Grahamstown yesterday.

Makana Local Municipality has dismissed its Chief Financial Officer, Jackson Ngcelwane, who was suspended a year ago for financial misconduct. The decision to dismiss Ngcelwane was made by council two hours before his five-year contract with the Municipality ended on 29 June.

Solid growth, sunny skies, and sold out shows have characterised the opening of the 2012 National Arts Festival in Grahamstown, organisers said on Tuesday.