Despite the cold and rainy weather, creativity and talent burned brightly on Saturday, 10 May 2025, as students from all Boland College campuses gathered for the highly anticipated Inter-Campus Art and Culture Competition. Hosted in an atmosphere charged with enthusiasm and camaraderie, the event celebrated student expression across a wide range of artistic disciplines.
From the harmonious voices of the Worcester Campus choir to rhythmic gumboot dancing, captivating drama performances, and heartfelt poetry recitals, the day was a vibrant showcase of the diversity and talent found within the Boland College community.
We were honoured to welcome a distinguished panel of expert judges who lent their expertise to the occasion:
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Ms Africa – Drama and Poetry
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Mr Magaar – Visual Arts
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Mr R. February – Dance
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Mr A. Adriaanse – Choral
After a spirited and closely contested day, we’re proud to announce the winners in each category:
Gumboots:
Gold: Worcester Campus
Drama:
Gold: Strand Campus
Silver: Stellenbosch Campus
Bronze: Caledon Campus
Poetry:
Females:
Gold: Saneliswe Ndawandwa – Caledon Campus
Joint Silver: Juanesca Fredericks – Stellenbosch Campus and Khanyisile Sotondoshe – Stellenbosch Campus
Males:
Gold: Lulutho Daniso – Stellenbosch Campus
Silver: Hlalanathi Kibido – Caledon Campus
Choral:
Soprano Solo:
Gold: Onele Soni – Strand Campus
Pencil Drawing:
Female:
Gold: Nelitha Simayile – Strand Campus
Silver: Athanathi Maja – Worcester Campus (HWA)
Paint Brush:
Female:
Gold: Linda Mdashe – Caledon Campus
Silver: Kiera Whitlow – Paarl Campus
We are immensely proud of all our students who took part in this enriching event. Your creativity, passion, and hard work brought colour and joy to a rainy day, and your performances inspired all who attended.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to our esteemed judges for sharing their time and insights and to our dedicated staff who continue to champion student development. Your commitment helps nurture the talents that will shape the cultural landscape of tomorrow.