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Southern Cross learners take Hoedspruit rhythms to Cape Town

The senior djembe squad represented Hoedspruit at a private function in the Mother City, earning a standing ovation for their energetic performance.

HOEDSPRUIT – The senior djembe squad from Southern Cross Schools recently travelled to Cape Town, where they delivered an impressive performance at a private function on Tuesday, October 20.

The talented young drummers departed Hoedspruit on Monday, October 19, leaving behind the town’s warm temperatures for the much colder weather of the Mother City.

Exploring the Mother City

Despite the chilly weather, the learners made the most of their visit, enjoying sightseeing and recreational activities before their performance.

On Tuesday morning, the squad explored Cape Town’s coastline, taking a dip in the ocean, playing soccer on the beach and capturing photographs at Muizenberg’s famous colourful beach huts.

Standing ovation for Hoedspruit drummers

Later that day, they performed at a private function, showcasing their drumming skills and musical talent. Their energetic performance earned them a standing ovation.

Southern Cross Schools praised the learners for representing the school with enthusiasm and excellence, describing them as wonderful ambassadors who had seized the opportunity to showcase their talents beyond Hoedspruit.

The squad returned to Hoedspruit on Wednesday, October 21. The school thanked everyone whose support helped make the trip possible and gave the young musicians the opportunity to showcase their talents.

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Anwen Mojela

Anwen Mojela is a journalist at the Letaba Herald. She graduated with an Advanced Diploma in Journalism at the Tshwane University of Technology. Including an internship and freelancing, Anwen has four years’ experience in the field and has been a permanent name in the Herald for nearly three years. Anwen’s career highlights include a water corruption investigative story when she was an intern and delving into wildlife and nature conservation. “I became a journalist mainly to be the voice of the voiceless, especially working for a community newspaper. Helping with the bit that I can, makes choosing journalism worth it.

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