Those moments you get to spend by yourself or with others, which have such a formidable impact on your being, that you recognise a renewed person the more you turn to the mirror. Amongst the many wonderful experiences I have had while in Washington DC,…Read more
On the 26th of June 2014, we had a discussion with Congressman James E. Clyburn at the Home of Tom and Carol Wheeler.
As I began researching Congressman Clyburn, reading whatever material I could get my hands on,…Read more
An engineering construction company that builds power plants in Africa. A company I had never heard anything about before the SAWIP experience.
Prior to Washington DC, our work placements were given to us and as I read ‘Symbion Power’…Read more
South Africa is changing. The leadership in South Africa is changing.
I am grateful for the opportunity that has been afforded to me by God and SAWIP for it has allowed me to be hopeful.
Some South African’s,…Read more
‘Ubuntu, a Nguni Bantu term roughly translating to human kindness. It is often used in a more philosophical sense to mean the belief in a universal bond of sharing that connects all humanity’.
“Ubuntu […] speaks of the very essence of being human.…Read more
Words fail me but I know that God has blessed me with a brother. Our upbringing and love for ‘deep chats’ over coffee, amongst other interests, will bind us for a lifetime I believe.
Just because you’re grown up,…Read more
‘Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world’ - Nelson Mandela.
Having attended schools both in the rural area and the urban area, I recognise that attaining democracy did not change much or make the situation any better in most rural areas.…Read more
I am passionate about community service and helping eradicate different epidemics that affect people in this world. I am always involved in community service initiatives so that I can give back. This is because I grew up with people around me constantly being affected with the lack thereof.…Read more
Usually, I participate during sessions by listening to my team members and then giving my opinion. However, on this particular day, i found myself just listening. It was not the topic that caused my silence, but rather the passion,…Read more
As we sat and watched a show on slavery at The Slave Lodge on Saturday morning, the 26th of April 2014, I was filled with all sorts of emotions. A couple of minutes into the show, I became angry. I couldn’t understand how people could treat other human beings like animals.…Read more