Alternative Tourism

26/10/2024

THE KHOEKHOE SAGA

… this is when it all started, which was in 2004 when visiting Mamre, more specifically the Moravian Church in Mamre, I was told that this huge bolder covered by an ancient syringa tree used to serve as the spot for auctioning slaves. I got hooked on it wanting to know more, digging myself into the history of the First Nation People of Southern Africa, the Khoe and the San nation.

Besides going through numerous books, participating in Khoe and San traditional events, chief and royalty gatherings, I also became a member of indigenous and tribal councils. Visiting related conferences and providing media and logistics support to defined tribes rounds it all up.

The NGO, established in 2007, today named Indigenous Peoples Society of South Africa NPC, IPSOSA, forming the base for supporting various local communities in the Cape Town vicinity.

To shoot a documentary, rewriting the narrative on the Khoekhoe was not a question any longer, its title THE KHOEKHOE SAGA. Commencing shooting in 2017, completing the 7-episode version in 2022, broadcasted by SABC2 during 2023.

With all my heart I would like to thank firstly the National Lotteries Commission of South Africa for its grand thereby believing in the project. Credits go to the director, a descendant of the Khoekhoe, of the 7-episode epic documentary, the crew and cast, historians and Khoe activists with many other supporters including the helping hands not listed under the following credits but have been direct and indirect influential in the process.

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07/10/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65Gf2FnCUB8&list=PL-A49_JZ_VMbNIc33_6zmA4NrAz3ywEOQ

The 7-episodes documentary The Khoekhoe Saga was nominated “Best Educational Programme” for SAFTA’s 2024, the 18th Annual South African Film and Television Awards.

18/06/2021

Hooked since 2004 on South African’s history and culture of the Khoekhoe, the Indigenous Peoples of South Africa, finally resulting in the transformation of a 13 episode documentary “The Khoekhoe Saga”. Filming commenced during 2017 with Johann Abrahams directing and Shamiel Albertyn behind the camera. Responsible for post-production Khalid Shamis and Greg McEwan-Kocovaos. A great crew altogether and, of cause, our presenters Jolene Martin and Rehane Abrahams couldn’t have been a better selection. Proudly to say that the condensed historical feature was selected by , South African International Documentary Festival, for screening. Festival dates are 10-20 June, 2021.

This fascinating film brings a fresh perspective and a new narrative to the Khoekhoe herders of South Africa.

14/12/2018

Griqua Culture and Superstitions
That's the book title of the book launched by High Commissioner Aaron Messelaar 11 November at the Castle of Good Hope

Isibane se Afrika, a Traditional African & Gospel Choir, performing at High Commissioner Aäron Messelaar's book lunch of "Griqua Culture and Superstitions" a...

24/04/2018

Africa's Indigenous Survivors (AIS)
THE KHOEKHOE SAGA ... updated 17 April 2018
Most of its sound track originates from the Ghora, an one string instrument still used today by the Khoekhoe

VISIT -> https://youtu.be/z7oX-BBtwN8

07/09/2017

The Cape West Coast is a buzz this Tourism month - experience the culture,explore the beautiful landscapes adorned with a burst of colour in this flower season, while indulging in the delicious seafoods of the West Cost

If it’s the Bobotie or a drafted seafood platter filled with the fruits of the ocean, it's up to your mood of how to wet your appetite.

28/06/2017

Wine worth travelling for: South Africa's wine tourism goes digital

A newly launched wine tourism portal allows travellers to explore South Africa's winelands with even greater ease.

12/06/2017

Cape Town is known as a great holiday destination year around and if you are planning a visit there, rest assured as all information are easily available on its seasons, times, visa procedures and many more.