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South Africa was well represented at the 17th annual Toronto Global Forum in Canada
An assembly of leaders and decision makers across all spheres of society results in robust and practical solutions to tackle the most pressing issues...
SSAFF ON DEMAND: THE BEST CONTEMPORARY SOUTH AFRICAN CINEMA AVAILABLE TO RENT ONLINE
Brand South Africa is proud to collaborate with the Sydney South African Film Festival (SSAFF) to bring to audiences across the globe a curated...
South African literature
An overview of the main currents in South African literature, from Olive Schreiner's depiction of life on isolated Karoo farms to more recent work...
High five for South African film in Toronto
The universal theme of redemption and the beloved tropes of the western genre – and the great film-making – bring acclaim to Five Fingers for...
South African school wins top prize at world book quiz
Four students from St John's Preparatory School in Johannesburg have won first place at the World Literary Competition, an international youth event that promotes...
UWI honours Desmond Tutu with Luminary Award
The University of the West Indies has named Desmond Tutu the recipient of its Luminary Award. His daughter, Reverend Canon Mpho Tutu van Furth,...
Five South African electronica and dance artists you should be listening to
The Cape Town Electronic Music Festival, to be held from 10-12 February 2017, showcases the cream of the crop in international and local dance...
22 monuments for 22 years of freedom
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.
South African director to helm Hollywood action film
Donovan Marsh, South African director of the Spud films and festival favourite
iNumber Number, has been selected to lead the production on his first big budget
Hollywood film, starring Gerard Butler and Gary Oldman. Shooting starts in London in July.
South African films making global impact
South African films, particular small, independent movies that tell personal local stories, are
garnering recognition globally. Most recently, this week two films were selected for a number of
international film festivals - For Love And Broken Bones and Ayanda.
