By Fienie Grobler and Jenni O'Grady, Sapa

The world's largest open water swimming event features a star-studded line-up in KwaZulu-Natal at the weekend, including a soon-to-be princess, several Olympic swimmers, a "human polar bear" and an 87-year-old veteran.

Arguably, the biggest drawcard was Charlene Wittstock, once an Olympic swimmer, whose engagement to Prince Albert of Monaco did not deter her from her promise to Midmar race director Wayne Riddin to help raise Euros 60,000 for the Special Olympics.

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by Karen Greyling

What always strikes me about the Midmar Mile is its carnival-like atmosphere. There is a lively spirit – a buzz of excitement and anticipation. People of all ages and from all over the world bunch together on a starting line that promises a crowded, choppy, long swim to the other side, where swimmers exit the water with a look of triumph and joy on their faces. Sort of like a really long labour that produces a plump, healthy baby.

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Congratulations Manor Gardens Primary School!

The Kids’ Lit Quiz is an annual literature competition for children aged 10 to 13. It puts readers onto the stage and lets them compete for fantastic prizes. The quiz has heats in New Zealand, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Canada, USA and China. Winning teams qualify for national and world finals. The Kids’ Lit Quiz is not for profit and is run entirely by volunteers.

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