South Africa: SA Artists Bag Grammy Award
[SAnews.gov.za] The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has congratulated eminent South African musicians Wouter Kellerman, Zakes Bantwini and Nomcebo Zikode for winning the Best Global Music Performance at the Grammy Awards.
South Africa: KZN Govt Denies Spending R50 Million On Musician’s Funeral
[SAnews.gov.za] The Kwazulu-Natal provincial government has denied reports that it spent R50 million on the funeral of Kwaito and Gqom musician, Mandla “Mampintsha” Maphumulo.
South Africa: All Roads Lead to Moses Mabhida Stadium
[SAnews.gov.za] The streets of eThekwini and surrounding areas are abuzz with activity, with many heading to Moses Mabhida Stadium to witness President Cyril Ramaphosa officially hand over a certificate of recognition to AmaZulu King Misuzulu KaZwelith…
South Africa: Traditional Leaders Urged to Use Culture to Boost Tourism
[SAnews.gov.za] Deputy President David Mabuza has encouraged traditional leaders to use their rich culture and heritage to boost tourism.
South Africa: Condolences for Renowned Musician Tokollo Tshabalala
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa, has paid tribute to musical icon, Tokollo Tshabalala, affectionately known as “Magesh,” for his contribution to the sector.
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Pays Tribute to Don Mattera
[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his sadness at the passing of author, poet and activist Donato “Don” Francisco Mattera.
South Africa: Monumental Flag Project to Be Reviewed
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa, has directed his department to review the process related to the R22 million flag pole project that was meant to be erected at Freedom Park in Tshwane.
South Africa: Condolences for Legendary Gospel Artist, Dr Deborah Fraser
[SAnews.gov.za] The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has extended sincere condolences to the family friends, colleagues and fans of legendary gospel artist, Dr Deborah Fraser.
South Africa: Mthethwa Calls for Digital Platform to Store Work of African Creative Sector
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa, has called for a worldwide, Africa-based digital platform to store the work of the creative sector on the continent.
South Africa: Govt Continues Support for African Languages
[SAnews.gov.za] Government continues to fund students wishing to further their studies using African languages, says Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa.