Tag: france
South African artist to serve residency in France
Shamin Chibba Some of Nelson Makamo's paintings sell for hundreds of thousands of rands. Singer Annie Lennox and designer Giorgio Armani own his work. But...
Honouring South Africans who fought in World War I
It has been a century since South African and other soldiers lost their lives in World War I. The refurbishment of the Delville Wood...
South African animation awarded at prestigious festival
Stick Man is the story of a happy-go-lucky father’s epic journey to make it home in time for Christmas. (Image: Triggerfish) A South African animation...
Remembering Africans’ role in ending World War 2
Many Africans enlisted – or were conscripted by their colonial ruler, Britain – to fight the Axis countries in World War 2. They were instrumental in bringing an end to the war, which was fought across Africa, Europe and the East, yet there is not much known about their contribution.
South African chardonnay judged best in world
Groot Constantia's 2013 Chardonnay beat more than 800 other entrants from around the world to
be judged the best overall chardonnay at the 22nd annual Chardonnay du Monde competition held
recently in France.
South African government condemns terrorist attack in France
The South African government has come out in support of the UN Security Council's condemnation of the attack on journalists at Charlie Hebdo magazine in Paris as "barbaric and cowardly", describing it as a "crime against humanity".
SA government condemns attack in France
The South African government has come out in support of the UN Security Council's
condemnation of the attack on journalists at Charlie Hebdo magazine in Paris as
"barbaric and cowardly", describing it as a "crime against humanity".
SA Women’s Sevens set for tough Hong Kong test
The Springbok Women's Sevens team has been drawn to face France, China and Mexico in their pool matches at the IRB Women's World Sevens Qualifier in Hong Kong next month, the International Rugby Board announced on Tuesday.
Springbok Women aiming high in France
The Springbok Women departed for the IRB Women's Rugby World Cup in France on Sunday with high hopes of achieving their best ever finish in the tournament following months of preparation and specialist skills training.
South African colours light up Paris
The Eiffel Tower was lit up in the colours of the South African flag on Tuesday night to mark the opening of the South African Season in France, while will see over 800 artists showcasing the country's vibrant diversity in hundreds of projects across France between May and December.
