From August 1, 2025, the USA will impose a sweeping 30% tariff on all South African exports as part of broader “reciprocal tariffs.” South Africa protests the move as based on flawed trade data. With AGOA preference under threat, thousands of jobs and industries—from agriculture to mining—face serious risk
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Springboks Triumph Over All Blacks in Men’s Rugby World Cup Final
South Africa’s victory serves as an inspiration to all young Africans with dreams of sporting greatness.
Africa Shines in the 2023 Women’s World Cup: Triumph and Redemption on the Global Stage
The world of football is ablaze with excitement as the 2023 Women’s World Cup tournament showcases the extraordinary talents of female athletes from across the globe.
Zoid and Mahlasela for the Fugard, 1 night only
Musical greats Vusi Mahlasela and Karen Zoid will perform together The Fugard Theatre for one unforgettable concert on 3 March 2014.
Exclusive Interview with LIRA
Over the past few years – buoyed by multi-platinum sales of her two studio albums and live DVD, a mantlepiece full of awards and support of fans – Lira has made no secret of her desire to find a global audience for her music. The following is an exclusive interview with this fast rising African diva about her life and profession.
South Africa’s Afro-Soul Queen Lira
SONY MUSIC Africa recording artist LIRA is following in the footsteps of the legendary Miriam Makeba & Letta Mbulu, releasing four platinum albums and a triple platinum Live in Concert DVD making her one of South Africa’s highest selling acts
Hip hop showcase mixes up Cape theatre scene
CAPE TOWN’S hip hop scene will never be the same again after the British Council South Africa’s new hip hop dance theatre showcase, Mixing It Up. It takes place on 10 and 11 March and is set to revolutionise the way hip hop is perceived in the Mother City.
Film, Music, Talk in Learn Africa Love Africa
[fblike] Art and culture from around the continent are in the spotlight in Cape Town as the African Arts Institute’s Learn Africa Love Africa event […]
Mr Showbiz Ian von Memerty releases solo album
Acclaimed media personality proves that SA does have talent with the release of his debut solo album. When Port Elizabeth-based TV Host (Strictly Come Dancing), reality TV series judge (SA’s GOT TALENT) and multi-award winning performer and theatrical creator, Ian von Memerty embarks on a new project, he does it big.