A chat with the late Nadine Gordimer in which she discussed her last novel, banned books and her life’s big regret.
Author Archives: Alexander Matthews
A city farm inspiring food for thought
Oranjezicht City Farm is an urban oasis bringing a community together and making Capetonians question their relationship with food.
Michael Stevenson on an extraordinary chapter in South African art
In conversation with the gallerist who has helped put South African art on the map.
Zanele Muholi: Speaking back to hate
“I’ve never produced a picture for fun,” says Zanele Muholi. “I’ve only ever produced photographs to speak on or against something. I need to conscientize people.”
Zander Blom’s fantastic abstractions
He can afford more than pilchards now, but painter Zander Blom is still taking risks.
Pieter Hugo: State of confusion
Pieter Hugo’s exhibition, Kin, captures a South Africa caught between a troubled past and uncertain future.
Collaboration is crucial to conserve Africa’s last wild places
Wilderness Safaris has proved time and again that collaboration — with governments, communities and even its rivals — is key to conservation success.
Martin Meredith on Africa’s tumultous history and staggering wealth
An interview with historian and journalist Martin Meredith whose book, The Fortunes of Africa: A 5000-Year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour is a sweeping, magisterial and eloquently detailed account of the continent’s history.
On the campaign trail with Mmusi Maimane
In the run-up to South Africa’s 2014 general elections, I joined Mmusi Maimane — then the Democratic Alliance’s Gauteng premier candidate — for a morning on the campaign trail. Five years later it still offers clues about the head of the official opposition.
Walking the Camino: a reinvigorating retreat-in-motion
Walking the Portuguese Camino, from Porto to Santiago de Compostela, is an opportunity for reflection and rejuvenation.
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