K-Day 2024 Wrap Up
The annual K-Day celebrations from the 11-15 June 2024 we a resounding success. From Sport to culture, supporters were treated to it all.
Old Kingswoodian taking to the stage at the National Arts Festival in Makhanda
All eyes will be on Old Kingswoodian, Ruth Plaskett (OK 2014 stage name: Samantha Carlisle) this week, as she, along with co-star, Kamgelo Mhlantla present “The Year of the Bicycle” at the annual National Arts Festival.
Turning Unused Space into a Sacred Place: The Revival of the Kingswood Chapels’ Choir Robe Room
For decades, a small room in the Kingswood Chapel has remained unused. But thanks to a team effort, this dormant space has recently been transformed.
Kingswood’s Golden Thread shines at Grandparents Day – 2024
Generations of Kingswoodians came together for a day of celebrations at Grandparents Day on Friday.
K-Day 2024
K-Day is just around the corner! This year the event will be hosted by St Andrew’s College and DSG and Prep. Check out an overview of the week here.
Advocate Howard Varney delivers the annual Neil Aggett Memorial Lecture at Kingswood College
On the 12th of March, Kingswood welcomed Advocate Howard Varney, who represented the Aggett family in the reopened inquest into Dr Neil Aggett’s (OK 1970) untimely death whilst in detention in 1982. Advocate Varney delivered the annual Neil Aggett Memorial Lecture, where he spoke on “standing up against injustice”.
Public Protector Adv. Kholeka Gcaleka speaker for Uyinene Mrwetyana Commemorative Lecture
On Monday 25 March, Kingswood welcomed the Mrwetyana family, Public Protector Adv. Kholeka Gcaleka and the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation to our annual Uyinene Mrwetyana Commemorative Lecture.
Making a Difference Day
Over 450 pupils from Kingswood went out into the wider Makhanda community on the 14th of March to make a difference.
Kingswood College Donors in USA Eligible for Tax Benefits
In an exciting development for supporters of Kingswood College, USA-based donors can now enjoy tax benefits for their contributions thanks to a new partnership with the Rhodes University Trust (RUT) USA.
Cricket and Camping at the Mill in Bedford back on the calendar
Back by popular demand – Old Kingswoodian versus Old Andrean Cricket at the Mill in Bedford is happening on Saturday, the 13th of April. Bring the family along – and enjoy a day of cricket, laughter, good food and better company under the oak trees at the foot of the picturesque mountains.