As President Cyril Ramaphosa engages with U.S. stakeholders and President Donald Trump, questions have emerged regarding the application of South Africa’s Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) policy to international investors. South Africa remains open and committed to global partnerships grounded in mutual respect, shared growth, and su... Why South Africa’s Economic Transformation Agenda Applies to All
In the heart of Limpopo, South Africa, lies the once-overlooked village of Gwakwani. Devoid of basic amenities, reliable cell phone reception, and internet access, Gwakwani was a community seemingly left behind. THE RISE OF GWAKWANI: SOUTH AFRICA’S FIRST SMART VILLAGE
South African food celebrates the country’s rich cultural heritage, as well as taking advantage of the natural bounty of seafood, meat, game and plants. All this food has got to be washed down with something, and our wine has been earning rave reviews internationally for 300 years. A cultural melting pot
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
South Africa is known for its gold and diamonds, but if you want to discover its real gems, head for the small towns and villages that lie just off the beaten the track – the country’s heartland. Discover small-town South Africa
South Africans speak English, that doesn’t mean you’ll always understand us. Our robots are nothing like R2D2, just now doesn’t mean immediately, and babbelas is not a shampoo. Tune in with our quick dictionary of SA idiom. It’s lekker, bru! South African English is lekker!
Inspiring young entrepreneur Lufefe Nomjana started with a good idea and R40. Today he has expanded his small-scale spinach-bread making business into a range of bakeries, eateries and a food delivery service. CD Anderson In 2012, Lufefe Nomjana volunteered at a Khayelitsha community garden. There was a huge spinach crop, and much of it was [&helli... Khayelitsha’s “Spinach King” is building a healthy eating empire
The scenic Route 62, between Cape Town and Oudtshoorn, has been named by CNN Travel as the world’s best road trip destination. Here are five must-see stops along the legendary Western Cape route. CD Anderson A CNN Travel poll, as voted by tourists and travel journalists, puts the scenic and fun-filled road between Cape Town […] South Africa’s Route 62 is world’s best road trip
From Great Zimbabwe to Nubian pyramids along the Nile River, Africa, as the Cradle of Humankind, holds many of the world’s greatest archaeological treasures. Here are five of the most significant. CD Anderson The number of unearthed archaeological sites across Africa has given the world insights into the history of the continent and the world... Five globally important archaeological sites in Africa
There are a significant number of monuments to peace and freedom scattered across South Africa – not surprising given its long history of struggle against oppression. With April marking the 22nd anniversary of South Africa’s freedom, we will showcase 22 monuments that pay homage to those who made this country great. 22 monuments for 22 years of freedom
Cape Malay cooking has left its unique mark on South Africa’s collective heritage. It is known and loved across the country. Cariema Isaacs, author of Cooking for my Father in My Cape Malay Kitchen, gives deeper insight into this cuisine and its history. Priya Pitamber Asked about her favourite childhood memory involving food, Cariema Isaacs [&hell... Cooking in Cariema Isaacs’ Cape Malay kitchen
31 August 2016 The September Jive art exhibition and music seminar series will celebrate Heritage Month with a tribute to the musical heritage of South Africa. Curated by former Gallo Music archivist Rob Allingham, with support from the Southern African Music Right Organisation (Samro) and the French Institute of South Africa, it will be held [&hel... September Jive to celebrate South African music heritage
South Africa needs to use its strengths, tied up in the spirit of ubuntu, to our advantage.(Image: Brand South Africa) 30 August 2016 South Africa was still a young, evolving nation, agreed participants in the Culture, Heritage and People plenary session of the Brand South Africa Nation Brand Forum. It was, however, a nation of […] South Africa’s culture, heritage and people defined
The Springbok Experience Rugby Museum at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town has received the Travellers’ Choice Award by the travel website, Trip Advisor, and it’s been named in the top 1% of world attractions. The establishment celebrates its second birthday on Heritage Day. South Africa’s rugby museum becomes top global attraction
The grandchildren of Nelson Mandela have said his gravesite will be opened to the public, for people to pay their respects to the late leader and philanthropist. No date was given, and it will happen sometime “in the future”. Mandela was buried in Qunu, in Eastern Cape. Mandela gravesite to be open to public
It was deep in the rural heartland of the Eastern Cape that Nelson Mandela learned the lessons that would help him to lead South Africa to freedom. Tour operator Ukubona Africa reveals his early life for visitors with a unique tour, Nelson’s Transkei. Exploring the culture that made Mandela
Since Nelson Mandela was released from prison in February 1990, a number of world-class museums, monuments and precincts have been developed to bring his story to life. Now, a travel map featuring these and other attractions has been launched to help tourists “walk in Mandela’s footsteps”. Map to help travellers ‘walk in Mandela’s footsteps’
Introduced by German immigrants, intricately patterned shweshwe is a South African fashion staple, worn by township dwellers, suburbanites and rural women. The durable fabric is used to sew anything from wedding dresses to trendy gear, and has been seen on international catwalks. Shweshwe, the denim of South Africa
Heritage Day is a solemn occasion to remember our past – both its tragic and triumphant moments – as well as a day to celebrate our colourful diversity. Have a braai, go on a tour, visit a museum, or attend an official event. ... Celebrate SA’s rich heritage
The Maasai Cricket Warriors are young men from Laikipia North in Kenya and they are not your usual semi-nomad cattle herders living in the wild. They also play a mean game of cricket.• SA to host women’s cricket challenge Maasai hope to bowl Cape Town over
