PRESERVING CAPE HERITAGE AND CULTURE THROUGH EXPLORING VISUAL ARTS AND EDUCATION

The Spice of Heritage, Heart of the Nation

A poem by Waheedah Smith

THROUGH YOUR PEN

Waheedah Smith

11/1/20241 min read

In the heart of a land, where two oceans kiss,

A beautiful culture, you surely can't ever miss.

A legacy that can always withstand,

As their roots are dug deep in this land.

Our culture holds a rich karamonk scent,

One capable of bringing your heart to content;

Spices that fill every home’s air,

Create so much food to share.

In us, you can always find a humble abode,

Something about us - always in family mode.

The honour is ours, through centuries passed,

To stand as one, together, steadfast.

In this rainbow nation, we play our part,

With Cape Malay pride, we live from the heart.

For we are the spice, the soul, the song,

In South Africa’s story, we belong.