Wonkie Author Profile - Pratish Mistry

Besides being a bit of a cartoon himself, Pratish Mistry is a prolific writer and artist. His articles span a range of topics including professional coaching, political analysis, economics, spirituality, and humour.

The Spear of Jacob Zuma Photo – Art or Not?

April 27th, 2026 (Updated)

Brett Murray’s depiction of Jacob Zuma in his painting The Spear has raised much controversy – about the morality of it and about what constitutes art and what doesn’t. The painting is modelled on a propaganda poster of Lenin with a few modifications – like Zuma’s private junk hanging out of his pants.

Cosatu vs DA – Defending the Human Right to Throw Stones

April 27th, 2026 (Updated)

Wonkie Cartoons presents an alternative perspective that may justify Cosatu’s stone throwing at DA marchers supporting the youth wage subsidy. After all, digging deep for the cold, hard truth is what Wonkie does best.

10 Reasons to be HAPPY about Gauteng toll fees!

April 27th, 2026 (Updated)

Don’t be sad – paying high toll fees in Gauteng could work to your advantage – take a look on the lighter side of the e-tolls system with Wonkie. Discover how to use the tolling system to your advantage – from a new excuse not to visit your mother-in-law over weekends to tracking any dodgy spousal movements… explore these added benefits and more!

Easter Bunny causes Religious Mayhem

April 27th, 2026 (Updated)

Christians and Muslims were at war in South Africa because a devastating travesty – hot-cross buns were labelled as being halaal at a large food retailer, Woolworths. The Easter Bunny goes into a state of deep depression as he ponder his year so far.

Julius Malema’s White Protégé!

April 27th, 2026 (Updated)

Julius Malema returned to the political landscape in South Africa last week as he showed off his brand new 100% white protégé. Is Jonathan Ovadia indisputable proof that Juju is not a racist? Is Julius making a comeback, or is he just this April’s Fool?