The global gaze shifts to Shanghai Fashion Week (SHFW), where South Africa’s creative prowess takes center stage. Talent, innovation, and cultural storytelling define this moment as Brand South Africa, in collaboration with Development Reimagined (DR) and the South African Consulate in Shanghai, presents a showcase that is both artistic and economi... SOUTH AFRICAN DESIGNERS TAKE TO THE WORLD STAGE AT SHANGHAI FASHION WEEK
What started as a breakthrough in mending religious tensions many years ago, has evolved into a unifying platform for many people across the globe. However, let us give you some context and a bit of background before we jump straight into it. Back in the year 2000, Sean and Brendan Tuohey travelled to Northern Ireland […] PeacePlayers South Africa using Hoop dreams to build an equitable society
By Mduduzi Malinga Born in Zambia in 1943, Adrian Gardiner’s passion and love for wildlife, came from his father who worked for a cattle ranching business and who taught them about camping in the bush and hunting from an early age. Not long ago, he was awarded with a global award in the […] A South African changemaker’s, global acknowledgement for his work in eco-tourism
Step into a world where architecture becomes a vibrant expression of a nation’s spirit and innovation at the La Biennale di Venezia, South African Pavilion. The 18th International Architecture Exhibition, known as La Biennale di Venezia, has opened its doors in the mesmerising city of Venice, Italy. Drawing architects and enthusiasts f... Journey through South Africa’s Architectural Legacy: Biennale Architettura 2023 Showcases Innovation and Cultural Fusion
Gift Mona is making South Africa proud. By Mduduzi Malinga The country is inspired by Gift Mona’s story making waves at home and abroad. Gift was recently honoured for outstanding achievement at the Pride of Africa Asia Pacific Media Awards. These were established in 2013 and managed by the Appreciate Africa Network, which […] ... Mpumalanga media practitioner wins award in Beijing
As women, you go beyond the ordinary, you have given birth to world leaders, warriors and nations! Every August in South Africa, we pay tribute to the women that paved the path for us in 1956. This month, Brand South Africa salutes our inspirational women from all walks of life, who have showcased and cemented […] AN ODE TO SOUTH AFRICAN WOMEN VISIONARIES, CHARTING UNFAMILIAR TERRITORIES AND CHANGING THE NARRATIVE
Elle Reve – translated from French means She Dreams. These words define the 24-year old Human Resources professional, founder of She Who Dreams, entrepreneur and philanthropist – Luyanda Duma. She recently obtained a post-graduate qualification in Human Resources at the University of Johannesburg, and is currently building a career in the hum... She Who Dreams – an inspirational woman who makes things happen
By Kealeboga Mokomane As the world celebrates International Womens Day on 8 March 2021, Brand South Africa shines a spotlight on 27 year old Tebogo and Lebo Ndala, self–labelled coffee lovers and critic twin chefs, published authors, township cuisine specialists and in my view, South Africa’s next celeb chefs who will represent the country beyond [... Dynamic township duo influences the culinary world one dish at a time
Lulu Hela is a key member of a production team on one of Mzansi’s most-watched telenovelas, Gomora. Award-winning filmmaker Desiree Markgraaff is on the verge of making history by being behind what is tipped to become Africa’s most expensive production yet. While both are among a special category of accomplished women in the film space, their indiv... Meet Mzansi’s influential women making magic behind the scenes: Desiree Markgraaff and Lulu Hela
All the world’s a stage’, this rings true for 27-year-old Play Your Part Ambassador Luntu Vuyisa Masiza, who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Live Performance from The South African School of Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance (AFDA) along with two awards for best male performance on a stage production and best […]... Play Your Part ambassador destined to take the world stage by storm
Johannesburg, Wednesday 11 April 2018 – Today, South African’s woke up to the sad news on the passing of politician Zola Skweyiya. He passed away at the age 75-year-old died while in hospital after a short illness. Skweyiya’s life was devoted to the party he joined in 1956‚ notably serving as Minister of Public Service […] ... A period of mourning struggle heroes has fallen – Zola Skweyiya
Honorary Consul Anne Page writes a personal tribute to the three late South African greats: Hugh Masekela, Prof Keorapetse “Willie” Kgositsile and Rica Hodgson. By Anne Page, Honorary Consul for South Africa in the East of England I am feeling blue at the death of Hugh Masekela, world-renowned musician, and personal friend. It is hard [... A personal tribute to Hugh Masekela, Prof Keorapetse “Willie” Kgositsile and Rica Hodgson
The former financier turned chef will be accompanying the Brand South Africa team to Davos for the annual World Economic Forum meeting. Host of the popular Africa on a Plate TV series, Lentswe will be introducing guests at a Brand South Africa hosted dinner in Davos to the flavours of Mzansi. Chef, former banker, MC […] Life comes full circle for chef Lentswe Bhengu
Jazz singer Sophia Foster started the Fostering Foundation to teach young people the skills she had learned in her years in the entertainment industry. Melissa Javan South African jazz singer Sophia Foster warns the students she mentors that their attitude can make or break their careers. She has the experience to back her words: Foster […] ... Sophia Foster talks about mentoring
The trans-continental Resistance and Liberation Heritage Route will allow the continent to reclaim its history from its colonisers. Sulaiman Philip A continent-wide Resisitance and Liberation Heritage Route offers Africa the opportunity to remember and reflect on its often tortuous road to independence. The Department of Arts and Culture hosted a s... Preserving Africa’s rich liberation history
Ramatlhodi was the ANC president’s speechwriter. He recalls a sharp dresser who was meticulous in his attention to detail and unwaveringly dedicated to liberation. Amukelani Chauke The late struggle stalwart Oliver Reginald Tambo was a perfectionist – he was so thorough and meticulous that in the late 1980s and early 1990s, he would make his [&hell... The oratory of Oliver Tambo: Ngoako Ramatlhodi on Oliver Tambo
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
Instead of aiming for the bright lights and the big bucks of Hollywood, filmmaker Ntsikelelo Mavata returns to his hometown roots to make films about the people of Rhamnyiba, Eastern Cape. CD Anderson Mavata is a graduate of Johannesburg’s Big Fish Digital Filmmaking School, and has taken the technical and storytelling skills he learnt in [&h... Eastern Cape filmmaker wants to help tell his community’s stories
Limpopo butchery manager Queen Mathebula is the winner of the 2017 Shoprite Checkers Championship Boerewors competition, the annual heritage event dedicated to finding the country’s best boerewors recipe while benefiting local communities. CD Anderson The competition, now in its 25th year, celebrates South Africans’ diverse heritage in ... Meet South Africa’s Queen of Boerewors
