Alexander Potgieter is the official ‘paperboy’ at the Wakkerstroom History Weekend.

The boisterous eight-year-old has been assigned the job of handing out the latest Caxton newspapers to guests at the historical event, which takes place from October 23 to October 25, with something fun and nostalgic to look forward to on each and every day.

This year marks 167 years since the founding of Wakkerstroom and the weekend promises an immersive blend of culture, storytelling, music, living history and community celebration.

From parades and re-enactments to historical talks, traditional demonstrations and guided tours, the programme offers a rich, authentic experience.

Meet Alexander, Wakkerstroom’s little paperboy

Alexander, the paperboy, will be handing out newspapers at the street parade, which starts at 09:00 on Saturday morning, October 24, and forms part of the historic celebrations.

He urges residents to read newspapers rather than watch the news on television, so they can improve their reading skills.

Alexander, himself, loves to read and is currently reading a Minecraft book called ‘The Enderman Invasion’.

While he is excited about his role in the parade, Alexander is especially looking forward to the Stage Coach Robbery Re-enactment at the Wakkerstroom History Weekend.

Besides reading, Alexander enjoys coding; robotics; outdoor adventures with his best friends, Carolyn and Josh; and spending time with Oom Roy’s (Roy Elliott, the chairman of the Wakkerstroom Tourism Association) horses when he is in Wakkerstroom.

He also loves swimming, arts and crafts, and has a keen eye for photography. However, Alexander’s exceptional talent lies in his drawing ability and he hopes to one day study art at the University of Pretoria.

If he could rule the world, Alexander would enforce ‘Huggals Time’. Every night at 19:00, everyone would have to stop what they’re doing and hug someone they love.

If he could eat just one food for the rest of his life, Alexander would choose the KFC Fully Loaded Box Meal.

Asked what superpower he would like to have, Alexander chooses shape-shifting, explaining that he could then shape-shift into anything he wants and become a master at hide-and-seek.

Look out for little Alexander, if you are attending the Wakkerstroom History Weekend, for your free newspaper.

Highlights of the event include a screening of ‘The Gods Must Be Crazy’ in the original Wakkerstroom bioscope, a full Saturday parade featuring Transvaal Scottish Pipes and Drums, vintage cars, horse carts, Volkspele, Scottish dancers and more; historical talks by Nigel Mason and Dr Pieter Bruwer; a Living History Market with traditional craft demonstrations; and guided tours of Wakkerstroom’s heritage sites.

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