South Africa: 'An Artist, a Friend and a Freedom Fighter' - Zapiro Receives Top French Cultural Award

14 November 2019

Famed cartoonist Jonathan "Zapiro" Shapiro has received a top French cultural award in recognition of his contribution to the arts.

On Wednesday, French Ambassador to South Africa Aurélien Lechevallier bestowed upon him the Knight in the Order of Arts and Letters.

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