Hello Shadow Folk, Way back, in January, I introduced you all to a fabulous South African cartoonist called Jonathan Shapiro aka Zapiro. My sister recently sent me a whole bunch of his cartoons about life in South Africa, so I just had to share his impressions of my country with you. Hope you all have … Continue reading Zapiro strikes again
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Suicide Prevention Week Starts
Today marks the beginning of Suicide Prevention Week here in South Africa. According to the SADASG these are the signs to be on the look out for: KEY SIGNS OF DEPRESSION: * Loss of interest in things you like to do * Sadness that won't go away * Irritability or feeling angry a lot OTHER … Continue reading Suicide Prevention Week Starts
Muti Killing and Mob Justice
Around this time last year, a 9 year old girl and her 4 year old brother were kidnapped on their way to a tuck shop to buy sweets, but they didn't make it back home. The little boy was returned, after an extensive search, by three unknown men. When questioned, the boy said that his … Continue reading Muti Killing and Mob Justice
Machete Gangs mutilate for Traditional Medicine
At least 300 people are killed every year in South Africa for muti. Muti is a traditional medicine made out of human and animal body parts as well as herbs and other natural products including urin and blood. A nine year old boy,was recently attacked while taking a leek in the bushes. His attacker sliced … Continue reading Machete Gangs mutilate for Traditional Medicine
Joan De La Haye 