Although sport is my passion, I have been commissioned to take photos of events, places and people that are not sports related. From features on nature reserves, to protests, to the covering of President Ramaphosa’s visit to Makhanda in 2019, all of my non-sport photos can be found here…

The Great Fish River meanders through the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, providing water to the many different wildlife, fauna and flora species in the park. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Praise poet gave welcome to President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of his address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The traditional leaders, chiefs, kings and queens were all present to listen to the presidential address at the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The months-old remains of a large bush buck is evidence of predators inside the the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The training jets from different air force bases across South Africa flew over the military proceedings ahead of the president’s official address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military parade performing maneuvers as President Cyril Ramaphosa entered the Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
An intrusive invader, the Warthog is not native to the Great Fish River Nature Reserve area. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Mary Waters’ students, through the Enke Make your Mark and Ikamva Youth programmes, have managed to raise the funds to bring a rainwater tank to their school, in response to the Eastern Cape Water crisis. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Internal Communications Officer at Isuzu Motors South Africa, Vuyiseka Nyembezi (left) hands the keys to the two new water trucks to Ali Sablay from the Gift of the Givers. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The remains of a Hartebeest lay on the side of the road inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The men in the crowd were asked to stand and acknowledge the different leaders, heroes and legends that helped bring about freedom 25 years ago. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Executive Mayor of the Sarah Baartman District Municipality, Cllr Khunjuzwa Eunice Kekana ended the proceedings of the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations at Miki Yili with a vote of thanks. Photom Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A senior military official helps the guard of honour prepare for their role escorting the President, Cyril Ramaphosa. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
An ostrich watches out for predators inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River meanders through the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, providing water to the many different wildlife, fauna and flora species in the park. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River meanders through the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, providing water to the many different wildlife, fauna and flora species in the park. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa is escorted by his guard of honour after the presidential salute at Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military marching band performs ahead of President Ramaphosa’s arrival at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The police were out watching over Makhanda as the president made his way to Miki Yili stadium for the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Two helicopters carrying the Flag of the President of South Africa (Left) and the South African National Flag fly over the military proceedings at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Kwantu Choir, which is based in Makhanda, sang a multitude of songs for President Ramaphosa and the gathered supporters throughout the celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Creepy crawlers are everywhere in nature, with this little one landing up on the windshield of the Game vehicle in the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The generals, admirals and other high ranking military officials eagerly await the arrival of the President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Premier of the Eastern Cape, Phumulo Masualle addressed the crowd ahead of the President at the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Stickman dazzles the gathered crowd at the Village Green with his spectacular juggling skills; juggling a running chainsaw, a machete and an orange ball all at the same time. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River Nature Reserve have recently reintroduced Spekboom into the Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Kwantu Choir, which is based in Makhanda, sang a multitude of songs for President Ramaphosa and the gathered supporters throughout the celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa is escorted by his guard of honour before the presidential salute at Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Buffalos in the mist. The heavy mist on the morning drive made a difficult, but amazing morning of wildlife viewing. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The residents of the Sun City informal settlement took to the streets in protest of a lack of follow-through from the municipality, burning rubbish and their uncollected bucket toilets on Tuesday 12 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
ANC supporters and other members of the public celebrate 25 years of freedom at the 2019 Freedom Day event at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
performers in their traditional dress ready to listen to the presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
performers in their traditional dress ready to listen to the presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful sun sets over the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
An intrusive invader, the Warthog is not native to the Great Fish River Nature Reserve area. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa joined the members of the Kwantu Choir after his keynote address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Department of Social Development came to Rhodes University on Friday 8 February to spread awareness on social issues such as drug abuse and gender based violence. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Two helicopters carrying the Flag of the President of South Africa (Left) and the South African National Flag fly over the military proceedings at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A large male Kudu shows off inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
An ostrich watches out for predators inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
As the rain began to fall, this young local band began their set near the food stalls at the Village Green. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa joined the members of the Kwantu Choir after his keynote address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River meanders through the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, providing water to the many different wildlife, fauna and flora species in the park. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa joined the members of the Kwantu Choir after his keynote address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
performers in their traditional dress ready to listen to the presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The New Year’s dam in Alicedale is currently sitting at around twenty percent usable capacity. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Dragonflies around the Great Fish River shows that the water is healthy and good for the rest of the wildlife to drink. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Sun a city informal settlement has had to make use of bucket toilets since it began. Residents claim that they have not been cleared out since the first week in January, and protested the poor service delivery on Tuesday 12 February by burning rubbish and their bucket toilets in the street. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Even the smallest creatures, such as this Toktokkie, can be seen and enjoyed at the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River Nature Reserve offers unparalleled birding experiences for avid bird watchers and photographers to enjoy. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful sun sets over the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A nearby carnivore enjoyed their meal, leaving little behind for scavengers in the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
ANC supporters and other members of the public celebrate 25 years of freedom at the 2019 Freedom Day event at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Isuzu Motors South Africa donated two water tankers to the Gift of Givers in order for them to continue distributing water to the people of Makhanda. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Double Drift Fort inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve has stood since the 1830’s, with this signal tower being the most prominent of the remains. Photo Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa stands at attention while the marching band plays the national anthem. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military marching band performs ahead of President Ramaphosa’s arrival at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Praise poet gave welcome to President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of his address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The residents of the Sun City informal settlement took to the streets in protest of a lack of follow-through from the municipality, burning rubbish and their uncollected bucket toilets on Tuesday 12 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The not-so-fresh remains of a small Duiker near Fort Double Drift inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Black-Backed Jackal is one of many natural predators inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military marching band performs ahead of President Ramaphosa’s arrival at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The sun shines over the South African Flag on Freedom Day 2019
Members of the Makhanda community, some dressed in ANC Regalia and Colours, walk into the tent where the President, hail Ramaphosa, had just finished his address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
As a member of the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency, the Great Fish River Nature Reserve offers guests game and heritage drives on their large game vehicles. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa is escorted by his guard of honour before the presidential salute at Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Dragonflies around the Great Fish River shows that the water is healthy and good for the rest of the wildlife to drink. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The MEC of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture, Bulelwa Tunyiswa (left) and Minister Nathi Mthethwa on stage at the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The remains of a Hartebeest lay on the side of the road inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful sun sets over the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The motorcade which escorted the president of South Africa to Miki Yili Stadium for the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa joined the members of the Kwantu Choir after his keynote address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A spider’s artwork lit up by the morning dew inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Jackals in the mist. The heavy mist on the morning drive made a difficult, but amazing morning of wildlife viewing. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa is escorted by his guard of honour past the gathered generals before the presidential salute at Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A short drive through the Bucklands Private Game Reserve, which borders the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, allows guests to see Impala and other different types of buck. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Bugsey, the rescued mix of various breeds, captured hearts at the Village Green. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Double Drift Fort inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve has stood since the 1830’s, with this signal tower being the most prominent of the remains. Photo Stephen Kisbey-Green
ANC supporters and other members of the public celebrate 25 years of freedom at the 2019 Freedom Day event at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Interesting trees and plants, such as this camel-like trunk, are waiting to be discovered inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Kwantu Choir, which is based in Makhanda, sang a multitude of songs for President Ramaphosa and the gathered supporters throughout the celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
My first ever front page photo. This also happens to be the first time a puppy has appeared on Grocott’s Mail’s front page.
Sizwe Mkhulise, the Park Manager at the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, gingerly holds large Dung Beetle atop Adam’s Kraans. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
There seemed to be more people queuing up to receive food packages outside the tent than there were inside celebrating with the choir during the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations at Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
ANC supporters and other members of the public celebrate 25 years of freedom at the 2019 Freedom Day event at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful night sky viewed from the balcony of the Mvubu Chalet inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The traditional leaders, chiefs, kings and queens were all present to listen to the presidential address at the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Praise poet gave welcome to President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of his address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Kwantu Choir, which is based in Makhanda, sang a multitude of songs for President Ramaphosa and the gathered supporters throughout the celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Volunteers Ronaldo Arries (left) and Keanu Baartman hold up the Gift of the Givers banner on top of one of the two trucks that were donated to the Gift of the Givers by Isuzu. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
One of the many flourishing watering holes insider the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, that attracts a plethora of different wildlife. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
MY FIRST EVER FRONT PAGE PHOTO: After her injury a month ago, Fluffy went home from the SPCA’s clinic on Wednesday 5 September.
ANC supporters and other members of the public celebrate 25 years of freedom at the 2019 Freedom Day event at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful night sky viewed from the balcony of the Mvubu Chalet inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The training jets from different air force bases across South Africa flew over the military proceedings ahead of the president’s official address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military marching band performs ahead of President Ramaphosa’s arrival at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Thulani Wana was chosen to coach the EP provincial athletics team in the upcoming National Champsionships in Germiston, Gauteng. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Praise poet gave welcome to President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of his address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Supporters dressed in ANC regalia and colours were all smiles after seeing the South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa live at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Sun a city informal settlement has had to make use of bucket toilets since it began. Residents claim that they have not been cleared out since the first week in January, and protested the poor service delivery on Tuesday 12 February by burning rubbish and their bucket toilets in the street. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Nestled in the heart of the Eastern Cape, the Great Fish River Nature Reserve is surrounded in natural beauty and untouched wilderness, offering unrivaled biodiversity. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
There was plenty of colourful outfits on display at the Miki Yili Stadium during the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful night sky viewed from the balcony of the Mvubu Chalet inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The conductor of the Makhanda-based Kwantu Choir, from Makhanda himself, was overjoyed to have his choir perform for the President of South Africa. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Along with Social Development, other sponsors and partners were present, offering entertainment. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River meanders through the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, providing water to the many different wildlife, fauna and flora species in the park. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa laughs at a joke that was told on stage, while Premier Phumulo Masualle (right) and Minister Nathi Mthethwa (left) look on. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Stickman lays barebacked on a bed of sharp nails, as a member of the audience, under the Stickman’s orders, stands on top of him, pressing the nails deeper into his back. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The training jets from different air force bases across South Africa flew over the military proceedings ahead of the president’s official address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful night sky viewed from the balcony of the Mvubu Chalet inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A prancing male Kudu runs through the bush in the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A sneaky Zebra peers through the mist behind a tree in the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A burst manhole spills sewage in the streets of Alicedale, right in front of the crèche in the Transriviere area. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Kwantu Choir, which is based in Makhanda, sang a multitude of songs for President Ramaphosa and the gathered supporters throughout the celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
ANC supporters and other members of the public celebrate 25 years of freedom at the 2019 Freedom Day event at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
There is always a high possibility of seeing Hippos in the Great Fish River. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The drummer as part of a group of buskers at the Village Green plays on through the start of some heavy wind and rain. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful night sky viewed from the balcony of the Mvubu Chalet inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Kwantu Choir, which is based in Makhanda, sang a multitude of songs for President Ramaphosa and the gathered supporters throughout the celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Praise poet gave welcome to President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of his address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The once thriving railway network that linked Alicedale to Makhanda (Grahamstown) is not chained up and desolate. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River meanders through the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, providing water to the many different wildlife, fauna and flora species in the park. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Local buskers would not be deterred by the weather to show off their talents at h Village Green. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River meanders through the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, providing water to the many different wildlife, fauna and flora species in the park. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Praise poet gave welcome to President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of his address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The MEC of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture, Bulelwa Tunyiswa addressed the crowd at Miki Yili stadium before the president spoke at the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A spider’s artwork lit up by the morning dew inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful sun sets over the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers arrived in Makhanda (Grahamstown) on Tuesday 12 February, bringing with them a massive amount of water bottles filled with drinkable water. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Rain, wind and cold didn’t stop the passionate and talented buskers at the Village Green, as evident by the lead singer of this band. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The residents of the Avondale area have to rely on rainwater for the majority of the year, with their only other source of water coming from a borehole a number of kilometers away, down a steep hillside. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Double Drift Fort inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve has stood since the 1830’s, with this signal tower being the most prominent of the remains. Photo Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military marching band performs ahead of President Ramaphosa’s arrival at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The training jets from different air force bases across South Africa flew over the military proceedings ahead of the president’s official address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Kwantu Choir, which is based in Makhanda, sang a multitude of songs for President Ramaphosa and the gathered supporters throughout the celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military marching band performs ahead of President Ramaphosa’s arrival at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Joined Cactus is an alien and invasive species in the Eastern Cape, and can cause a lot of trouble for rangers inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Minister Nathi Mthethwa (left), President Cyril Ramaphosa (middle), and Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle bow their heads in reverence during the moment of silence for all those lost in the recent floods and tropical storms in Southern Africa. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The training jets from different air force bases across South Africa flew over the military proceedings ahead of the president’s official address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa stands at attention while the marching band plays the national anthem. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
There is always a high possibility of seeing Hippos in the Great Fish River. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Everyone in attendance at the Miki Yili Stadium for the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations was given a free small South African Flag. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River meanders through the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, providing water to the many different wildlife, fauna and flora species in the park. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
His Excellency, The President of the Republic of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the crowd at Miki Yili for the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
As a member of the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency, the Great Fish River Nature Reserve offers guests game and heritage drives on their large game vehicles. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The sun shines over the South African Flag on Freedom Day 2019
The training jets from different air force bases across South Africa flew over the military proceedings ahead of the president’s official address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
One of the the old walls of Fort Double Drift inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
All kinds of different buck populate the immensely diverse Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Dragonflies around the Great Fish River shows that the water is healthy and good for the rest of the wildlife to drink. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Members of the public sing and wave flags in celebration of the 2019 Freedom Day programme at Miki Yilli Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Celebrations and clapping were the order of the day at Miki Yilli Stadium, during the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Stickman dazzles the gathered crowd at the Village Green with his spectacular juggling skills; juggling a running chainsaw, a machete and an orange ball all at the same time. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The President of the Republic of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa makes his way from the Miki Yilli Stadium to the Noza Indoor Sports Centre, after the Freedom Day celebrations drew to a close. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
ANC supporters and other members of the public celebrate 25 years of freedom at the 2019 Freedom Day event at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A group of Warthogs scrounge around in the flowers at the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful night sky viewed from the balcony of the Mvubu Chalet inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The President of the Republic of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa makes his way from the Miki Yilli Stadium to the Noza Indoor Sports Centre, after the Freedom Day celebrations drew to a close. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa is escorted by his guard of honour after the presidential salute at Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A Raucous Toad hops to safety near a small stream inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A cow walks past the sewage which runs like a river alongside the main road into Alicedale. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A female Kudu grazes peacefully near the Great Fish River, just in front of the Mvubu Chalets at the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa joined the members of the Kwantu Choir after his keynote address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River Nature Reserve offers unparalleled birding experiences for avid bird watchers and photographers to enjoy. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Praise poet gave welcome to President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of his address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Raw sewage is spilling out onto the street, right in front of the local crèche in Alicedale. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa enters the Miki Yili Stadium for the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A Hidden Kudu try not to be seen while on an early morning Game drive inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Driving over one of the very few river crossings in the Reserve, one can get a rare opportunity to stare down the Great Fish River, and might even be able to spot a Hippo. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Great Fish River Nature Reserve offers unparalleled birding experiences for avid bird watchers and photographers to enjoy. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
There are many different hiking trails on offer at the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, including the Hippo Trail near the Mvubu Chalets. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful sun sets over the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A group of supporters, dressed in ANC regalia, gathered outside the tent at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
As a member of the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency, the Great Fish River Nature Reserve offers guests game and heritage drives on their large game vehicles. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tunnel to enter the Kentucky Bird Hide inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve is long and slightly disorientating, however the views and potential for bird sightings is worth it all. Photo Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Mvubu Chalets have a great view of the Great Fish River and the surrounding bush. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa is escorted by his guard of honour past the gathered generals before the presidential salute at Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Hidden Kudus try not to be seen while on an early morning Game drive inside the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
An adorable puppy up for adoption at Grahamstown’s SPCA.
The military marching band performs ahead of President Ramaphosa’s arrival at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful sun sets over the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A short drive through the Bucklands Private Game Reserve, which borders the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, allows guests to see Impala and other different types of buck. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The MEC of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture, Bulelwa Tunyiswa addressed the crowd at Miki Yili stadium before the president spoke at the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Kiddies train in the Village Green awaiting new riders. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa joined the members of the Kwantu Choir after his keynote address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military parade performing maneuvers as President Cyril Ramaphosa entered the Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A group of young marimba players entertains the crowds walking through the Village Green. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Mary Waters students responsible for bringing the rainwater tank to Mary Waters, along with representatives from Enke and Ikamva, stand next to the rainwater tank in the middle of the Mary Waters quad. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Kwantu Choir, which is based in Makhanda, sang a multitude of songs for President Ramaphosa and the gathered supporters throughout the celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa stands at attention while the marching band plays the national anthem. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military marching band performs ahead of President Ramaphosa’s arrival at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The training jets from different air force bases across South Africa flew over the military proceedings ahead of the president’s official address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military parade performing maneuvers as President Cyril Ramaphosa entered the Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Kwantu Choir, which is based in Makhanda, sang a multitude of songs for President Ramaphosa and the gathered supporters throughout the celebrations at Miki Yili. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Supporters of the EFF showed up at Miki Yili during the 2019 Freedom Day Celebrations, after the President, Cyril Ramaphosa, had left the area. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Sizwe Mkhulise, the Park Manager at the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, gingerly holds large Dung Beetle atop Adam’s Kraans. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The team responsible for bringing the two new water tankers to Makhanda, from left to right, Fakir Stoffberg (Process Technician), Vuyiseka Nyembezi (Internal Communications Specialist), Ali Sablay (Western Cape Project Manager, Gift of the Givers) and Saadick Abrahams (Quality and Materials Lead). Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
President Cyril Ramaphosa is escorted by his guard of honour before the presidential salute at Miki Yili Stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A group of Warthogs scrounge around in the flowers at the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A giant South African flag was sent over the crowd as the President walked into the tent. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The SPCA always has puppies and older dogs available for adoption, instead of using online breeder websites. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The military marching band performs ahead of President Ramaphosa’s arrival at Miki Yili stadium. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The tents on the field at Miki Yili were filled with ANC supporters and others that came to hear the Presidential address. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
A beautiful sun sets over the Great Fish River Nature Reserve. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Sun a city informal settlement has had to make use of bucket toilets since it began. Residents claim that they have not been cleared out since the first week in January, and protested the poor service delivery on Tuesday 12 February by burning rubbish and their bucket toilets in the street. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
Sizwe Mkhulise, the Park Manager at the Great Fish River Nature Reserve, gingerly holds large Dung Beetle atop Adam’s Kraans. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Gift of the Givers handed out a truck load of water to the members of the community that had gathered around City Hall on Tuesday 12 February. The remainder of the water in the trucks that came though from Port Elizabeth will be delivered on Wednesday 13 February. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green
The Mvubu Chalets have a great view of the Great Fish River and the surrounding bush. Photo: Stephen Kisbey-Green