Author Archives: xhosacouncil2017

One of the biggest themes that this journey has centered around is life in the townships. Throughout our time in … Continue reading →

During our first couple of days in Cape Town, we were able to go on a bus tour of the … Continue reading →

Upon beginning this reflection, I realized that choosing one single day of our experience would not convey the depth of … Continue reading →

  Critical Blog Reflection: The Call of South Africa With my time in South Africa coming to an end, it … Continue reading →

Resilience is a trait that many people posses, but there is something about the resilience of the oppressed, the disenfranchised, … Continue reading →

They Love Us, They Love Us Not Let me start by saying this: anyone who knows me knows I don’t … Continue reading →

A child standing at the entrance of his home in Langa is barely visible, small in comparison to his surroundings. … Continue reading →

Bo-Kaap is one of the oldest cities in Cape Town. Along with it’s vibrant colors, this quaint city also has … Continue reading →

In the Western Cape the beautiful landscapes distract visitors from the darkness that lies beneath the table mountain range. The … Continue reading →

This quote, proudly displayed in the township of Imizamo Yethu, best depicts what I have experienced here and represents so much … Continue reading →