Arts and Entertainment

Cristine Struweg c_r_i_s_1_0   In recent weeks, a debate has emerged about who the real ‘Oakes’ are. In 2023, a SuperSport Commentator referred to a bunch of NWU rugby institute players, on camera, as “The Oakes”. They have since embraced this name and during each game have a special corner on the pavilion, reserved for ‘The Oakes’. Until recently, they have had this name to themselves but a group of […]

Megan Grobler   There are many traditions and procedures associated with becoming the Primaria/Primarius (Prim) of a residence at the North-West University (NWU). Though many of these traditions are mostly kept under wraps, a few newly appointed ‘Prims’ have given Wapad a glimpse of the process behind reaching this esteemed position.   Caitlin Begg, Primaria of Dinki for the 2024/25 term, told Wapad that her love for her residence was […]

Wilma Ernst @_wilhelmina_ernstig_   Valentine’s Day is universally known as the day of love. On this day, thousands around the world show their affection for the people who play significant roles in their lives. Just as we express love for our friends, family, and partners on Valentine’s Day, we can extend that love to nature by appreciating and protecting it.   The Green Team embodies this philosophy. What started as […]

Shanell Binedell @shanell_lalala   Die liefde blom daagliks in die strate van Potchefstroom, maar op 14 Februarie raak almal ‘n klein bietjie meer kreatief, en verlief! Passop vir Lovers' Lane, want cupid het ‘n Red Bull of twee in en vlieg rond. Wees gewaarsku, sy pyl mag jou dalk net tref! Vandag vier ons die liefde wat hulle oorsprong kan bedank aan Potchefstroom, met huidige en ou pukkies wat hulle liefdes stories deel. […]

Shanell Binedell @shanell_lalala   Pieter Van Jaarsveld, wat bekend is as Bobby Van Jaarsveld, is die verskuilde man agter die rol JP in die musiekblyspel Semi-Soet. Van Jaarsveld het sy betrokkenheid glo op ‘n radio onderhoud verklap en is reeds baie opgewonde oor hulle eerste optrede in Mei.   “Ek sien baie uit daarna om weer, na soveel jare, in die teater te wees. Semi-Soet was so 'n gewilde fliek […]

Shanell Binedell @shanell_lalala   Semi Soet, die fliek wat in 2012 uitgesaai was, maak na 13 jaar sy verskyning as 'n musiekblyspel. Die romantiese komedie het beslis in 'n hele paar Afrikaanse harte ingekruip en is nie 'n fliek om maklik te vergeet nie. Die perfekte kombinasie van liefde, teenspoed, die gejaag na sukses en uitstekende rol vertolkers het gelei na groot sukses en menige toekennings. Die fliek spog met […]

Christabell Lourens @_clourens_   When you get behind the wheel, you’re not only driving for yourself but also for the people around you. Therefore, it is in your best interest to stay up to date with potential dangers that might cross your path.   For a lot of a people, driving is an unavoidable part of life. Whether you’re driving to work every single day or occasionally go on a […]

Christabell Lourens @_clourens_   Registration and Orientation (R&O) is every first-year's first step into university life, which quickly evolves into a run. Wapad asked three on-campus residences to contribute their best advice on how to make it absolutely unforgettable.   There’s a saying among seniors that R&O is both the best and worst few weeks of your life. Many recall sleepless nights and early mornings, copious amounts of coffee, a […]