The Slam took place at SAIACS Convention Centre and the space, classy yet intimate, was perfect for the spirit of the Slam. The young poets dazzled us with their passion and wit, their words often eliciting applause, gasps, laughter and sometimes even tears. The students in the audience marveled at how well the ones on stage echoed their sentiments and the adults in the audience wondered if they were ever as bold and as articulate as the 16-18 year olds on stage…