This comment was received via the MyPE Comments form: We went to McDonalds in Commercial Road Sidwell to get a take-away when we were told to wait in the parking area for them to bring it although there were no other customers. We then waited in the parking area and in the meantime four other vehicles came through the drive-through and got there orders immediately. All these customers were African. My husband eventually got out of the vehicle and went in and asked them what the problem was … [Read more...] about ‘It’s because you are YOU!’ says McDonalds manager
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Southern Kings joins call to take on racism
The South African rugby fraternity has thrown its weight behind the Anti-Racism Week with the Southern Kings joining the other South African Vodacom Super Rugby teams in action locally this weekend. The Kings will be wearing wearing yellow armbands to show their support for the campaign during their match against the Crusaders in Christchurch, which is being broadcast live on SuperSport on Saturday at 8.35am. The initiative stems from the sporadic and unfortunate incidents of racism in … [Read more...] about Southern Kings joins call to take on racism
Lets NOT march against Racism – #RaceFreeMonth
February has been declared Race Free Month and every day in February we at MyPE will be combating the subtle racist nuances that hamper our thinking, cloud our judgement, restrict our development and increase the tension in South Africa. South Africans are great dancers and marchers. Not marchers in the traditional sense of "Left, Right, Left Right, arms straight, lock those elbows, push those thumbs down, shoulders straight, army type marching" but more in the sense of a kind of shuffle, … [Read more...] about Lets NOT march against Racism – #RaceFreeMonth
Statements against Racism – #RaceFreeMonth
February has been declared Race Free Month and every day in February we at MyPE will be combating the subtle racist nuances that hamper our thinking, cloud our judgement, restrict our development and increase the tension in South Africa. More often than not I delete, with the spammy contempt that they deserve, all those 'Popular in your network' suggestions from Twitter, except the one this morning which caught my eye and said: "At the start of our federal council in Cape Town, this banner … [Read more...] about Statements against Racism – #RaceFreeMonth
Racism must fall for DA to succeed
Racism must fall for DA to succeed: That explains why Kohler Barnard's expulsion was reportedly supported by, among others, Athol Trollip, Patricia de Lille and John Moodey. They are all provincial leaders based in predominantly black provinces. Coloured voters remain crucial to the DA ... Athol Trollip - Read more on Independent Online (blog) 'Who is Bonang dating next?' Trollip answers '#AskZuma' in Twitter townhall: The session which lasted for an hour offered Trollip a chance to … [Read more...] about Racism must fall for DA to succeed
Why I hesitated to order a Monkeygland Pie
No visit to Port Alfred should exclude a trip to Beavers Pies. On this last occasion I ordered a Monkeygland Pie and then paused thinking to myself that maybe I shouldn't be using the word 'Monkey'. One struggles to keep up with all the 'new' words that have become taboo as a result of being linked to a racist mindset! So, in our politically charged environment leading up to Municipal Elections, we attempt to give you some other words for monkey and the variations thereof: Monkeygland - … [Read more...] about Why I hesitated to order a Monkeygland Pie
Friday Rant – Racism to Ageism
In economics, the invisible hand of the market is a metaphor conceived by Adam Smith to describe the self-regulating behavior of the marketplace. Individuals can make profit, and maximize it without the need for government intervention. The concept of the 'invisible hand' captures Smith's important claim that individuals' efforts to maximize their own gains in a free market may benefit society, even if the ambitious have no benevolent intentions. The time has long since passed for our lords … [Read more...] about Friday Rant – Racism to Ageism
Maybe SA’s increasing perception of Racism is a function of our legislature?
This past week in Port Elizabeth presented an ideal opportunity to see many sporting and cultural events. The Longhair and I had a packed week attending one rugby and two soccer matches at the NMB Stadium - on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, the Concert in Victoria Park on Saturday and the Kurt Darren show at the Boardwalk on Thursday. Just for the record: We missed Antony and Cleopatra on Tuesday - Valentines day is for US and not to be shared with Romans and Egyptians who kill each other … [Read more...] about Maybe SA’s increasing perception of Racism is a function of our legislature?
Metro’s Chief Whip Appeals for Non-racialism and Unity Amongst Youth
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s new appointed Chief Whip, Cllr Feziwe Sibeko (ANC) delivered a heartfelt appeal to youth of all races to strive for non-racialism and unity at a full sitting of council yesterday 14 June. "As we commemorate June 16, the country has witnessed the ugly face of racism, sexism, xenophobia and male chauvinism. This forces young people to wage a battle in solving the colour line, moving beyond merely identifying racism as a persisting challenge to unite in … [Read more...] about Metro’s Chief Whip Appeals for Non-racialism and Unity Amongst Youth
