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‘Bridging the Gap’ on a wing and a prayer

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Millions of viewers across the country watched a “seamless” hour-long Youth Day celebration live from Robben Island on June 16, 1999.

But, 25 years later, those involved behind the scenes said it was hardly a shoo-in and was achieved through meticulous planning, preparation and prayer.

Doctor Eubulus Timothy wrote,

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