South African actor Pieter-Dirk Uys talks about stuff, including sending a message to “white South Africans” and the government. He’s always thought-provoking with a smile.
Author Archive: Yazeed Kamaldien
627 Lansdowne Road
This short film is about my childhood home. It is part of a personal video series, Sounds of a Cape Town Home.
Penny Appeal South Africa
This short film was made for non-profit organisation Penny Appeal and its focus on funding education.
Access to Water Is a Human Right
This short film focuses on the intersection between water shortages and gender-based violence in Butterworth in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. It was made for Sonke Gender Justice, a non-profit organisation addressing gender-based violence and its impact across South Africa.
Lionel Davis
Cape Town-born artist Lionel Davis took a stand against injustice with his creativity. In this 22-minute film, he talks about life during apartheid South Africa, spending time in prison for his activism and what keeps him going. With a mighty laugh and sense of humour, his mighty heart beat prejudice.
Copyright: Yazeed Kamaldien (2018)
David Tlale
South African fashion designer David Tlale talks about going global, fights to protect his name and brand, while showcasing his fashion to audiences in various cities. Behind-the-scenes at his fashion shows, snippets of fans stopping him for photos and after-party chatter, all show what life is like for David Tlale.
Copyright: Yazeed Kamaldien (2014)
Darling, a creative small town’s tale
Darling is a small town near Cape Town, South Africa. Its reputation as a home for arts festivals has attracted visitors from all over the world. This short film explores how Darling’s residents have put their town on the cultural map.
Ahmed Kathrada talks about Robben Island
Deceased anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela’s close friend Ahmed Kathrada reflects on his time spent imprisoned together with Mandela, and his 300 trips with guests to Robben Island just off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa.
Copyright: Yazeed Kamaldien (2015)
Inside Kobane
Kobane, a city in Syria, has been destroyed in clashes as Islamic State fighters battle against the Kurdish military and American-led airstrikes. The result has been displacement of Syrian Kurds, many who ended up in refugee camps in Turkey. This 23-minute film reveals the situation and the impact of conflict on citizens.
Copyright: Yazeed Kamaldien (2015)
Khayelitsha Hospital’s Staff Speak Out
Thousands of people every week seek help from doctors and nurses at the Khayelitsha Hospital in Cape Town. And while many complain about public health facilities, few take the time to listen to the challenges.
Doctors and nurses at Khayelitsha Hospital say they are struggling with limited resources to help the township’s residents.
The Western Cape health minister Nomafrench Mbombo says her department has a plan to build more health facilities to meet the needs of locals.
Copyright: Yazeed Kamaldien (2015)