A note from our Founder & Editor in Chief
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Painting Her World
She let the paint brush glide across the canvas without thought. Instead of controlling the paint brush, it controlled her. Behind, the bristles left a trail of blue tears. A waterfall of worry flowed out of the mind she was captive to. The thoughts swirled in her mind, layering over top of each other. Mixing, Read more
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Mystery Girl
I was always taught that a classy lady kept her privacy But no one ever told me she could deprive a life so free Mysterious with no intent Protection is the word I’ve paired you with But mystery has caused your dysfunction You don’t even know who you are Without all the opinions and puppeteer Read more
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Resplendent Glory
Hoist that flag up higher, stretching your pride as high up as the sky. A flag of a country repressed under a fist of colonial servitude. A boot stamping on the face of a native — forever. A bloodstained shade of red, dripping in blood, toil and a legacy of agitation. Restored glory, unsung bravery muffled Read more
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Dear Anthony,
Everything’s about to change And for the what feels like the trillionth time I say, “I hope for the better” But this time, deep down, I know for the better This time, I’m prepared for whatever You made me smile You made me laugh You made me cry And although I saw myself as your Read more
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Breaking The Silence
When I first saw you experience anxiety and depression, you could not name it. Maybe you thought if you didn’t talk about it, it wouldn’t be real. Maybe you thought you had to be strong for us, to pretend that things were okay, that you weren’t hurting inside. You never had to say it out Read more
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Once Again, Freedom Of Religion Triumphs In South Africa
Whilst South Africa maybe going through challenging times due to its deteriorating economy, crime statistics at an all-time high, and a possible impasse in the infamous state capture saga, it is imperative for South Africans to not lose focus of the positive aspects present in the country. One such aspect is that of the right Read more
