2009 was an intense, eventful year – from the first black president Barack Obama to the death of pop-icon Michael Jackson. In South Africa, 2009 saw the swearing in of Jacob Zuma as president and the death of Manto Tshabalala-Msimang. Wonkie would also like to thank Julius Malema for his massive contribution to comedy in South Africa.
Archives for December 2009
Zulus and the Traditional Bull cartoon
June 7th, 2026 (Updated)The Zulu Ukweshwama ritual is one in which a bull is brutally killed by breaking its neck. This tradition like many others raises interesting questions about maintaining customs and traditions vs evolving to become more compassionate beings.
Simelane appointed Head of National Peanut Academy
June 7th, 2026 (Updated)Anything but squeaky clean Simelane was appointed by Jeff Radebe and Zuma as the new head of South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority (NPA).