European Film Festival line-up announced
By CityLife Arts Writer A stellar line-up of films has been announced for the 11th European Film Festival in South Africa which runs from 10 to 20 October. Including two Oscar … Read More
Month: September 2024
East Rand emerges as centre of globally impactful photographic narratives in post apartheid South Africa
This is as Vuyo Mabheka exhibits Popihuise at Biennale Images Vevey in Switzerland. By Edward Tsumele, CITYLIFE/ARTS Editor It has become clear that the centre of photography in the country … Read More
Winnie play returns to National School of the Arts
By Edward Tsumele When I saw this play at the National School of the Arts in August on its last day of a four day season, I was impressed by … Read More
A splendid afternoon of poetry, story-telling and folklore music sounds at Constitution Hill
By Edward Tsumele, CITYLIFE/ARTS Editor They came from all corners of the city and beyond to witness wonderful performances as well as listening to stories that punctuated performances. The Folklore … Read More
Ndebele painting icon Esther Mahlangu celebrated as newly built studio is handed over to her
By Funeka Bambalele The scorching heat accompanied by humid air in Mthambothini village in Siyabuswa, Mpumalanga, was just not enough to deter people from celebrating with globally acclaimed Ndebele mural … Read More
SARA’s Court application to dissolve “irregularly constituted” National Arts Council Board sails to court unopposed
The motion is scheduled to be heard on November 7, 2024 at the Southern Gauteng High Court in Pretoria on an unopposed basis. By Edward Tsumele, CITYLIFE/ARTS Editor The long … Read More
Global media tell only part of Africa’s story – new report shows which outlets perform best and worst
Wallace Chuma, University of Cape Town and Trust Matsilele, Birmingham City University Media coverage of Africa has always been dominated by narratives of disease, poverty, conflict and political instability. These … Read More