Liewe Heksie
Liewe Heksie is a fictional character developed by children's book author Verna Vels.
Liewe Heksie’s first radio appearance was in 1961 as part of the Afrikaans children’s program, Siembamba, which was followed by a 1963 radio series. Originally Blommie, rather than Liewe Heksie, was the main character, both of whom were voiced by Vels.
In 1978, Liewe Heksie debuted in an Afrikaans language children's television programme directed by Louise Smit. A second series of began in 1981. Vels created 10 Liewe Heksie books, eight records and numerous videos, CDs, and DVDs.
Characters
Main characters
- Liewe Heksie : A clumsy, forgetful, and incompetent witch named Lavinia who lives in Blommeland.
- Blommie Kabouter : Heksie's best friend and a helpful companion.
- Karel Kat : An anthropomorphic, sophisticated cat from the city who owns a helicopter and drives a car.
- Matewis: Heksie's beloved pet kitten.
- Griet: A horse, whose name was chosen by Heksie because she couldn't think of other names.
Antagonists
- Geel Heks : An evil witch who tries to take over Blommeland.
- Gifappeltjies : The Yellow Witch's menacing, yellow and orange-clad elf minions.
Other characters
- Koning Rosekrans: The king who rules Blommeland and is often frustrated by Liewe Heksie but remains fond of her.
- Kwaaitjie Kabouter and Kwaai Babatjie: A bad-tempered gnome and his baby brother.
- Feëkoningin: The Fairy Queen, who also resides in Blommeland.