Kathrada Foundation welcomes withdrawal of ambassador to Israel

The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation has welcomed the withdrawal of South Africa’s ambassador to Israel, Sisa Ngombane. The decision by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) was taken following Israel’s killing of over 50 Palestinians who were part of protests along the Gaza border since the start of the week. In the last six…

Condolences on the passing of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela

The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation extends its condolences to the family, friends and comrades of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, who passed away this afternoon. “It is with sadness that we received the news of Comrade Winnie’s passing after a period of illness that saw her in and out of hospital,” said the Foundation’s Executive Director, Neeshan Balton. “We…

QHAWE

  The bars were a still purple One that trickled down your spine Twisted it while you stood The floor, a striking grey No amount of light could make it shine The walls an uninspiring yet unforgettable brown   Qhawe What was meant to diminish your spirit Bring you down Make you bend to the…