Once a popular photographer, Phuzi, the old man from Tsakane blames his hardships on a strange illness.

Paul Motshabi was badly beaten by the AWB in 1996. Now he lives quietly in the township of Makokskraal.

Tucked away in suburban dullsville Martinique Stilwell discovers a magical treasure trove of words and pages.

A Jo’burger who grew up in Ladysmith is reassured to find it just as she left it.

Joonji Mdyogolo’s family gathering brings home a few truths.

Children are learning from a young age what it takes to be a Chad le Clos or a Natalie du Toit – and their parents are learning too.

The oldest business on Lower Main Road is the Observatory Bottle Store. It is also the reason some residents have chosen to live in the area.

Prince Albert is far from the crowds but close to realities. Village life is, of course, full of factions and politics and whispers.

The neighbourhood has changed a lot, but the children and scraps make Mickey happy, writes Barbara Ludman.