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You’re going to be raped and stabbed and shot at….

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“You’re gonna be raped and stabbed and shot at…” It’s a line from a powerful South African spoken word/song called ‘Afterthought’ (which is what we are to the politicians). It’s dismay, protest and a shout for you to wake up. It’s also a damning indictment of the South African Government and ridiculous attitudes held by ‘its’ passive citizenry. Auriel Lefebre Van Zyl, the singer/lyricist of Menage á Trois, repeats the line, “You’re gonna be raped and stabbed and shot at,” in a way that it will give you shivers. Play … Read the full article…

The truth may be bitter but sharing it is sweet!

My victory or death, video message to Ramaphosa, the DA & YOU

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I may sound dramatic in this video but I’m being honest. This strongly feels like the endgame for me. I want it to be that. I want the past 9 years to be over, rather as a winner but, if necessary, as statement. VICTORY OR DEATH Given the money, I’d extend my life as long as I can – whoosh, I’d be in another country writing the second ‘Same Shit, Different Government’ book, and giving our Government more time to correspond with me and meaningfully investigate the corruption I’ve exposed. … Read the full article…

The truth may be bitter but sharing it is sweet!

Knysna coloureds protest against prepaid water meters

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The tourist town of Knysna experienced a shocking amount of protest action from different groups the past week. This affected the Western Cape as the N2, the only tarred road through Knysna, was repeatedly closed. The action can be divided into three groupings: The first was against the release of assassination suspect, Velile Waxa, the DA’s ex-coalition partner. This involved several communities but predominantly Concordia and White Location. Nekkies and Oupad, which straddle the N2, protested against failed service delivery. This has been ongoing for years. The third, which is … Read the full article…

The truth may be bitter but sharing it is sweet!