Articles for Ashraf Hendricks
In photos: Homeless shelter’s dance show ends with a standing ovation
The Haven’s Dignity in Motion showcases ballroom dancing by people living at its shelters
Photo Essay | 12 November 2025
Open air cinema brings joy to Manenberg’s children
Manenberg has become synonymous with gang violence and crime but residents want to change this, one movie night at a time
Brief | 11 November 2025
After the fire: Wingfield refugees wish to stay put
A refugee group, left homeless after their tent burnt down, still intend to oppose their eviction that will be heard in court next year
Text by Matthew Hirsch. Photos by Ashraf Hendricks.
Brief | 7 November 2025
Dispute over City of Cape Town’s plan for Noordhoek valley
Plan to relocate Masiphumelele families sparks concerns among residents of smallholdings
Text by Liezl Human. Photos by Ashraf Hendricks.
News | 5 November 2025
Hanover Park residents threaten gangsters outside their homes
“Tell your people, the children that are being shot … it must come to an end”
Brief | 13 October 2025
Cape Town’s puppets perform across the world
“The Herds” has travelled across the globe to raise awareness about migration and climate change
News | 10 October 2025
Police fire stun grenades at PAGAD protesters
Residents of Cloetesville in Stellenbosch march to the homes of alleged drug dealers to demand an end to gang violence
Photo Essay | 6 October 2025
Porterville women share their heritage through food
The Purple Mountain Arts Residency hosted its second Heritage Day festival
Text by Liezl Human. Photos by Ashraf Hendricks.
News | 24 September 2025
Silver lining in the Table Mountain fire
The Sugarbird Project is working to remove “relentless” invasives
Text by Liezl Human. Photos by Ashraf Hendricks.
Photo Essay | 22 September 2025