“Building Bridges” portrays the effect that the Rhodes Bridging Programme has on the Makhanda community. The 3-minute and 29-second documentary includes interviews with the coordinator of the programme, Lauren Hacksley, as well as two students. These students, namely Junaid Denston and Ethan Sonanze are studying at Rhodes University. Both Junaid and Ethan give viewers a glimpse into their current lives, while expressing appreciation for the help they’re received from GADRA. The short documentary was filmed, directed and edited by Carmen Visser, Yuvthi Misser and Zyrté Gertse. We hope to create awareness of GADRA’s Bridging Programme, which ensures that students are able to successfully transition from high school to university.
Production By: Carmen Visser, Yuvthi Misser and Zyrté Gertse
School of Journalism and Media Studies, Rhodes University