This podcast is about people who live in South Africa and have interesting stories to tell.
Each episode takes you on a journey which we hope creates empathy and greater understanding of the world around us.

Wouter van Warmelo volunteers his time as the ward photographer at Red Cross Children's Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. He captures images of the children and their families who pass through its wards and gives them printed photographs as a keepsake and a reminder of their courage in the fight to get better. But most inspiring is his interaction with the children.
If you are curious about Wouter van Warmelo's background go read "Tales of a Royal Airforce Pilot" at  https://digitalstoryteller-za.blogspot.com/ 

The Covid -19 pandemic has swept the globe including Africa. In South Africa the entire country has been under strict lock down conditions comparable to those in Europe and the United States. Those with compromising health conditions are considered most at risk.
So what is it like to have cancer and deal with the Covid-19 crisis?
In this episode we talk to someone who is doing just that.
For a full account of her story go to the blog she is writing at www.gailies.com.

The Domestic Violence Act of 1998 mandated that all South African police stations should have a "victim support room". 
These rooms are safe spaces where the victims of domestic abuse or other crimes, are given emotional and confidential support in the traumatic time period shortly after a crime. The rooms are operated by trained volunteers who come from the community. In theory it is a laudable idea but not all police stations comply and sadly there is a lack of community volunteers. 
But Hettie Glass is a "victim support volunteer" who has gone above and beyond the call of duty.