South Africa: Jan Smuts Was a White Supremacist. Nelson Mandela a Black Liberation Hero. New Book Explores What They Have in Common
[The Conversation Africa] Jan Christiaan Smuts (1870-1950) and Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela (1918-2013) belonged to and were shaped by two different epochs in South Africa, yet left an indelible mark on its history. Sociologist Roger Southall has brought …
South Africa: Cape Town Secures Historic Bid to Host WorldPride 2028
[allAfrica] We are excited to share the momentous news that Cape Town Pride has officially won the bid to host WorldPride 2028. This significant event is a global celebration of LGBTQ+ pride and rights, marking a pivotal milestone not only for the LGBT…
South Africa: Being Black in the World – a Tribute to Pioneering South African Psychologist Chabani Manganyi
[The Conversation Africa] Professor Noel Chabani Manganyi, who has died at the age of 84, was a torchbearer in psychology, literature and African intellectual thought.
Rwanda: South African Choir Joyous Celebration to Perform in Kigali
[New Times] Renowned South African gospel group Joyous Celebration is set to perform live in Kigali on December 29.
South Africa: Nomzamo Mbatha Calls for ‘Urgent Optimism’ As Key to Driving Climate Action
[allAfrica] Cape Town — Nomzamo Mbatha, a South African actress and humanitarian, is a powerful advocate for social justice and climate action.
South Africa: Fatoumata Diawara – A Psychedelic Journey Through Sound and Spirit At Joy of Jazz
[Daily Maverick] Although the Joy of Jazz spaceship landed and departed Johannesburg a fortnight ago, looking at Vuyo Giba’s photographs of Mali’s Wassoulou punk-rock dervish left Bongani Madondo still reeling from the magic of it all.
South Africa: Sport Committee Congratulates Ringo for Being Bestowed Legendary Status in Music
[Parliament of South Africa] Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr Joe McGluwa, has noted the honour bestowed on Mr Ringo Madlingozi at the SA Music Awards last night.
South Africa: Soccer Star Faces Charges After Fatal Crash – South African News Briefs – November 1, 2024
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South Africa: Home Affairs to Revoke ID, Passport of Former Miss South Africa Finalist and Mother
[allAfrica] Home Affairs says former Miss South Africa finalist Chidimma Adetshina and her mother’s identity documents and passports will be revoked because they failed to meet the deadline to make representations.
South Africa: Coloured South Africans Are All but Erased From History Textbooks – I Asked Learners How That Makes Them Feel
[The Conversation Africa] South African singer-songwriter Tyla made history in February 2024 when she won the inaugural Grammy for Best African Music Performance.