South Africa’s North star is and will always be an inclusive and equal country for all who live in it. Key to the realization of this goal are Government, Business and Civil society who dedicate their resources and time into bringing everyone to the table. Among these facets of society are our brothers and sisters […] Making the love of the great outdoors accessible for Persons living with Disabilities
South Africa observes National Child Protection Week from 2 – 9 June this year, under the theme: “Let us Protect All Children to Move South Africa Forward”. Child Protection Week, spearheaded by the Department of Social Development has been commemorated for the past 22 years, and brings awareness to issues of the protection of children [&hell... Prioritising the rights of the youth during Child Protection Week
Powering Possibilities Through Enterprise Development The private sector is one of the main pillars upon which the Nation Brand rests. It goes without saying that the concurrent exportation and inward investment of goods and services contributes to economic growth and thus a strong and competitive Nation Brand. What often goes unnoticed, however, i... Celebrating the Private Sector as Nation Builders
President Cyril Ramaphosa will travel to Addis Ababa, Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, to lead a high-level South African delegation at the 32nd Ordinary Session of the Assembly of African Union Heads of State and Government, scheduled to take place from 10 to 11 February 2018. The AU Assembly is to be preceded by the […] President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead an SA delegation to the AU Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethopia
South Africa celebrates the centenary of the birth of Nelson Mandela throughout 2018; the commemoration begins this month with the announcement of a new design for the R5 coin that celebrates the life and work of Madiba. Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba authorised the new coin for national circulation on 19 January 2018. The coin features […] ... Mandela centenary coin unveiled
For the Going The Extra Mile project, 2017 was a year of milestones and great successes, with volunteers from around the country banding together to make a difference in their communities. Take a look back at a few of the organisation’s achievements last year. Mathiba Molefe For the Going The Extra Mile (GEM) project, 2017 […] GEM: A year to remember
The Children’s Monologues is a spoken-word performance piece of soliloquies and testimonies of South African children about their country, performed by some of the biggest names in international film and television. The show had its New York debut on 13 November 2017. CD Anderson The show, first performed at London’s Old Vic theatre in ... South Africa’s youth shine at Children’s Monologues charity benefit
Brand South Africa’s efforts in promoting the country as a great place to visit and invest is getting the global recognition it deserves. Brand South Africa reporter City Nation Place is a global forum for the strategic branding and marketing of cities and countries. The City Nation Place Awards, now in their third year, recognise […] ... Brand South Africa nominated for international award
Communications Minister Ayanda Dlodlo praised Brand South Africa as one of the best performing entities in the government during the organisation’s annual report presentation to the Portfolio Committee on Communications. CD Anderson Brand South Africa presented its 2016/17 annual report to members of the Portfolio Committee on Communications ... Minister Dlodlo: Brand South Africa doing a good job building nation’s reputation
Brand South Africa’s CEO, Dr Kingsley Makhubela and his executive team briefed Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Communications yesterday about the performance of the organisation in 2016/17. Dr Makhubela and his team were once again applauded by the Committee for achieving the organisation’s second consecutive clean audit since its establishment... Press Release: Brand South Africa achieves its second consecutive clean audit
To celebrate Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu’s 86th birthday, a new public space installation was unveiled in Cape Town on 7 October 2017. The Arch for the Arch represents Tutu’s life and legacy as South Africa’s moral compass for more than 50 years. CD Anderson The Arch for the Arch is situated next to St George’s [&hellip... The Arch for The Arch: the story behind a tribute to Archbishop Tutu
South Africa’s film and television makers are urged to submit their entries to the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) before the closing date on 16 October 2017. You could be the next to join the list of winners, so enter now and show us what you have got. Brand South Africa reporter The […] South African Film and Television Awards: last call for entries
South African chef Nompumelelo Mqwebu is taking local cuisine to the world with the release of her new cookbook, Through the Eyes of an African Chef, to be published in October 2017. CD Anderson Mqwebu runs the Africa Meets Europe/Mzansi International Culinary Festival chef school, skills training company, hospitality service provider. Before this,... Cookbook celebrates South Africa’s culinary heritage
Trevor Noah continues his world domination since taking over as host of American comedy news show The Daily Show. In addition to his sell-out comedy tours in the US and South Africa and his bestselling memoir, Born A Crime, Noah has won his first Emmy award. CD Anderson Noah won the award for Best Short […] Trevor Noah wins Emmy award for The Daily Show
Innovative psychologist Banetsi Mphunga campaigns to break the stigma around mental health issues and take the anxiety out of therapy using a minibus taxi as a mobile treatment clinic in Cape Town townships. CD Anderson While Mphunga still maintains an office-bound practice at the Township Parents and Children Counselling Centre in Khayelitsha, the... Minibus therapy takes life skills counselling on the road
The SABC’s role in promoting social cohesion and non-racialism was explored at a seminar in Johannesburg. Priya Pitamber The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) was there to serve its people, said the acting chief operating officer, Bessie Tugwana. This was one of the messages that came out of a seminar on the SABC’s Role in [... Is the SABC promoting social cohesion?
A Brand South Africa presentation at a recent gathering of marketing academics highlighted the importance of the relationship between nation branding and future of marketing education at tertiary institutions. CD Anderson An academic collaboration programme hosted by Unisa’s Department of Marketing and Retail Management was held on 15 and 16 ... Brand South Africa collaborates with academia on the future of marketing education
Unable to find books written in her mother tongue, telling stories that related to her life, Charmaine Mrwebi wrote her own – and set up a distribution platform for her own and other writers’ books. Sulaiman Philip Everyone should read says Charmaine Mrwebi. The published author, librarian and founder of the Charmza Literary Club says: [&hell... Charmaine Mrwebi, dreaming and writing in Setswana
South Africa’s Constitution, built on an acute awareness of the injustices of the country’s past, is widely regarded as the most progressive in the world, with a Bill of Rights second to none. The Constitution of South Africa
Brand South Africa sends condolences to those who have lost loved ones in Knysna fires. Johannesburg, Thursday 08 June 2017 – The Western Cape Province is tackling massive wild fires in the Knysna area and after overcoming rain storms in the city which left thousands of local residents displaced. Although the storms have subsided the […] ... Brand South Africa calls on citizens for humanitarian support
