Monthly Archives: January 2015

2015 Jan. 11: “Recognizing faces that graced the walls…”

Posted on January 13, 2015 by inkanyiso2009

BOOK REVIEW by Mantedieng Mantis Mamabolo The night of Faces and Phases 2006-14 book launch came (November 7, 2014) and my Friday night schedule had been cleared. I envisioned a quiet night spent cramped in a small coffee shop, drinking … Continue reading →

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2015 Jan. 9: Inkanyiso crew and friends visit Inanda FM

Posted on January 13, 2015 by inkanyiso2009

Where:  Inanda 88.4 FM offices When:  9th Jan. 2015 Why:  Because it is much needed (we believe in building and maintaining queer relations) Camera used:  Blackberry Z10 Just wrapped up an uplifting tour at Inanda FM, where we met with … Continue reading →

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2014 Dec. 28: Javas & Mashadi’s pre wedding lunch

Posted on January 9, 2015 by inkanyiso2009

Where:  Mike’s Kitchen in Alberton With who:  Inkanyiso crew & Friends Camera used:  Canon 600D     Sisters with style… lead by Zandile Makhubu in front with blue top… Our lovely couple, Javas & Mashadi Ndlovu to get married in … Continue reading →

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2014 Dec. 29: Reflection for the end of 2014

Posted on January 6, 2015 by inkanyiso2009

  2014 is fast drawing to an end. For some it has been a challenging year, while for others, it was smooth sailing. In all that has happened we need to thank God for the good and the bad that we … Continue reading →

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2014 Dec. 24: If things were going my way

Posted on January 6, 2015 by inkanyiso2009

Lebo Leptie Phume & Zanele Muholi interviewed some special friends about their Christmas wishes. I grew up celebrating Christmas because that’s what everyone was doing and it’s not like I had a choice not to celebrate it. Even though I … Continue reading →

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