South Africa: President Pays Tribute to Global Jazz Icon Abdullah Ibrahim

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed profound sadness at the passing of cultural activist, global jazz icon and member of the Order of Ikhamanga, Abdullah Ibrahim. Read more »

South Africa: Sport, Arts and Culture to Host Youth Expo

Ahead of the commemoration of Youth Day, the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture will on Monday, 15 June2026, host a Creative and Cultural Industries Youth Career Expo at the… Read more »

South Africa: Durban Abuzz As Africa Travel Indaba Kicks Off

Durban is abuzz with activity as it plays host to Africa's Travel Indaba 2026 which President Cyril Ramaphosa will officially open this morning. Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Mourns Passing of Writer Dr Diana Ferrus

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep condolences following the passing of writer, storyteller and cultural activist, Dr Diana Ferrus, who has passed away at the age of… Read more »

South Africa: Women in Film and Media Call for New Narrative At 16 Days of Activism Launch

Leading voices in South Africa's film, media and creative industries have called for a fundamental shift in how women are portrayed, insisting that storytelling, content creation… Read more »

South Africa: Two Suspects in AKA Murder Case to Be Extradited to South Africa

Two men accused of the murder of South African musician, Kiernan "AKA" Forbes and his friend, Tebello "TIBZ" Motsoane, are expected to be extradited to South Africa on 11 November… Read more »

South Africa: Call to Protect Intellectual Property of Creatives Amid AI Revolution

As the international community embraces the digital revolution and artificial intelligence (AI), KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture, Mntomuhle Khawula, has stressed the… Read more »

Africa: G20 Called to Support Creative Industries

The African Union (AU) has called on the Group of Twenty (G20) members to support inclusive financing frameworks for the cultural and creative industries. Read more »

South Africa: No Equality Without Sign Language Rights, Letsike Warns

Deputy Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Steve Letsike has warned that the constitutional promise of equality will remain unfulfilled if deaf South Africans… Read more »

South Africa: Condolences for Jazz Musician, Ernest 'Stompie' Manana

Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Matome Chiloane has extended his condolences following the passing of legendary jazz musician, Ernest "Stompie"… Read more »

South Africa: Awards Honour Excellence in the Arts

The stage was alive with celebration as the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) hosted the 2025 National Arts and Culture Awards (NACA) at the Sun City Super Bowl in the… Read more »

South Africa: Tributes Continue to Pour in for Actress Nandi Nyembe

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Sports, Arts, Culture and Recreation (SACR) has paid tribute to legendary actress Nandi Nyembe, affectionately known as… Read more »

South Africa: Condolences for Actress Nandi Nyembe

Prolific actress Mam' Nandi Nyembe has been described as the "very soul of South African storytelling" and as someone who was a "teacher and guide" in the country's arts landscape. Read more »

South Africa: Tributes Continue for Mama Nandi Nyembe

The Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Matome Chiloane has extended his heartfelt condolences following the passing of South Africa's legendary actress,… Read more »

South Africa: Breakthrough Arrests in DJ Sumbody Murder Case

Four men have been arrested in connection with the murder of Oupa John Sefoka, popularly known as DJ Sumbody. Read more »

South Africa: Peter Magubane Launches June 16 Book

South Africa's renowned photo journalist, Peter Magubane, has launched a book on the 40th anniversary of the 16 June 1976 Soweto uprising. Read more »