Hasani’s Shocking Announcement

"Mother, you'll be pleased to know that Anele and Mr. Ebrahim are getting married." "How do you know that?" "Malik found out from her cousin, Idris and he texted me." "When is the wedding?" "I don't know. I haven't replied to Malik's text as yet." "You're upset with your father and me, aren't you?" "Yes. …

Hasani’s Regret & Anele’s Future with Mr. Ebrahim

Hasani watched Anele and her friend, Dimah talking. He was tempted to go over and say hello but he wasn't sure that he should now after meeting Mr. Ebrahim at the graduation ceremony. It had been a blow when his mother had later told him that Mr. Ebrahim and Anele were courting each other and …

The Whistler

Photo by Ted Strutz “That’s where he used to live.” “Who?” “Tom Hardy.” “Who’s he?” “Was.  He died centuries ago.” “Who was he, Mom?” “Well, the town folks used to say that he was a whistling wonder.” “What does that even mean?” “Well, when he first came here, people didn’t pay him much attention until …