Features - Editor - 26 March 2007
The Cricket World Cup 2007 is finally upon us, and every South African is getting ready to support the Proteas all the way to the finals. Amongst the favorites to walk away with the trophy, are Australia, New Zealand, Sri Lanka and South Africa. But that rating also changes everywhere you go and it is up to the teams to prove the devoted fan wrong. It doesn’t matter which team you support, it is a known fact that all eyes are on the South African Cricket Squad. Being the number one rated team in the world, they have become the favorites to make it to the semi-finals with relative ease and be strong contenders for the finals.
Features - Editor - 19 March 2007
As the country enjoys an ever-increasing number of warm days as summer gets underway, many South Africans are already planning enjoyable vacations at the seaside. During this time of year, millions of people from the countries interior flock to the various seaside locations in an effort to make the most of the warm weather and beautiful coastline.
Features - Editor - 05 March 2007
The Splashy Fen Festival is an annually outdoor music extravaganza held on Splashy Fen farm of South Africa's Southern Drakensberg area. This thrilling festival boasts top music acts from around the country as well as plenty of fun activities for the entire family. The 2007 Splashy Fen Festival will be held from 5 April through to 9 April, and is an event you won't want to miss.
Features - Editor - 27 February 2007
Hiking, or trekking as it is sometimes also called, is one of the best ways to get up close and personal with the natural environment in a particular country. This is certainly the case in South Africa – one of the best outdoor countries in the world. In South Africa, hiking is classified as walking over natural footpaths for anything from two to seven days equipped with camping equipment, clothing, food and other necessities.
Features - Editor - 12 February 2007
Cecil Skotnes is not only heralded as one of the main pioneers of modern art in South Africa, but is seen as a sort of anti-apartheid hero that gave a few fortunate black artists the chance to express themselves and develop their talents. Born in the small British-based town of East London on the coast of South Africa in 1926, Skotnes overcame his poverty-stricken origins to become one of the country’s great artists of the 20th century.
Features - Editor - 05 February 2007
Doctor Chris Barnard received his MD degree, in 1953, from the University of Cape Town for a thesis called, “The treatment of tuberulous Meningitis”. From there he traveled over to the United States where he trained in cardio thoracic surgery at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis in Minnesota. There he received his Master of Science in Surgery, for a thesis called, “The aortic valve – problems in the fabrication and testing of a prosthetic valve”, five years after he had left his family and his country. That same year he was awarded Doctor of Philosophy for his thesis called, “The aetiology of congenital intestinal atresia”.
Features - Editor - 29 January 2007
While many South African’s are donning their swimming costumes and heading off to the beach, a number of people in Cape Town are swapping their beach gear for warm winter jackets and thick leggings. These people are heading off to South Africa’s very first Ice Lounge – a complete novelty in a country that receives little snowfall and plenty of hot, sunny weather.
Features - Editor - 22 January 2007
You've decided that a vacation in South Africa's Western Cape Province, with its beautiful shoreline and friendly inhabitants, is the ideal way to escape the usual hustle and bustle of life. There are numerous activities in the stunning province from scuba diving to whale watching, from wine-tasting to historical tours.
