In one town, a so-called “Boy with the Flat Face” triumphs over prejudice
Criminals target disabled women
Most have been rejected by their families with nowhere to go
Some starved by families, others assaulted
The community believes the son, labeled a ‘Dirty Demon’, is bewitched.
The so-called “Boy with the Flat Face” enjoys family support
Siv Ngesi calls himself the ‘Ace of Race’
Standup comic Siv Ngesi calls himself the ‘Ace of Race.’ He says growing up in a multiracial part of Cape Town has given him insight into the idiosyncrasies and prejudices of his country’s different racial groups.
Etienne Shardlow makes "The Schoolboy" and "Etty Spaghetti" household names
Wordplay, sarcasm feature in Etienne Shardlow’s work
Former school teacher not afraid to crack jokes about subjects others mostly avoid.
Former primary school teacher pushes boundaries for laughs
South African comic pokes fun at passion for football
His new play depictes a fanatical Manchester United supporter, through the eyes of a number of South African-Indian characters.
Former waiter David Kibuuka now a star on stage and screen
His secret to eliciting laughter: mocking everyday habits and stereotypes
Millions of people must take great risks to get medical attention
Sangomas on frontline to prevent and treat disease
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