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The death of a public museum in South Africa and the emergence of a privately owned museum

Busi Mhlongo’s love for music was so strong she defied parental authority, reveals her biographer Ncebakazi Manzi

UNISA to host a seminar celebrating Andile Xaba’s new book Soweto Theatre of Resistance 1984-1994

Trauma to Triumph by Karen Botha is a guide to healing for those experiencing trauma

Wits Institute for Social and Economic Research researchers reflect on the rich history and character of Johannesburg

Ellis House Open Studios 2026 opens the doors to a day of art and discovery

Chris Chameleon, The Luyanda Madope Trio and Adrian & Emma-Jean take over The Whirlwind Theatre from 23 to 25 October

Sibaningi, a solo exhibition by Zanele Muholi depicts precarious existence of the LGBTQ+ community in South Africa

Thursday, October 22, 2026
Chief Executive officer Lekgetho Makola leaves Javett Art Centre at the University of Pretoria
News

Chief Executive officer Lekgetho Makola leaves Javett Art Centre at the University of Pretoria

April 18, 2024

By Edward Tsumele, CITYLIFE/ARTS Editor Legketho Makola the first Chief Executive Officer of the Javett Art Centre at the University of Pretoria, has left the institution three years after being … Read More

West Africa’s fashion designers are world leaders when it comes to producing sustainable clothes
Opinion

West Africa’s fashion designers are world leaders when it comes to producing sustainable clothes

April 18, 2024

Adwoa Owusuaa Bobie, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Every few weeks global fast fashion brands mass produce their latest clothing, pumping out garments to be sold around … Read More

The Cry of Winnie Mandela forces you to confront own judgemental posture on others when it comes to issues of morals
Market Theatre

The Cry of Winnie Mandela forces you to confront own judgemental posture on others when it comes to issues of morals

April 17, 2024

By Edward Tsumele, CITYLIFE/ARTS Editor I personally was not surprised with the news that the current Market Theatre production The Cry of Winnie Mandela was extended to run till April … Read More

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Tutu Puoane: the South African singer on creating her new album out of Lebo Mashile’s poetry
Opinion

Tutu Puoane: the South African singer on creating her new album out of Lebo Mashile’s poetry

April 17, 2024

Nomfundo Xaluva, University of Cape Town From her base in Belgium, proudly South African singer, artist and actor Tutu Puoane has carved an international career predicated on consistency and mastery. … Read More

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Sheer Publishing Africa signs young creators, Lucas Raps and Sizwe Alkaline
News

Sheer Publishing Africa signs young creators, Lucas Raps and Sizwe Alkaline

April 17, 2024

By CityLife Arts WriterSigning a publishing contract is serious business. This rings true, especially for those in the music industry, whose creative rights need expertise in protection. For this reason, … Read More

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National Arts Council plunged into yet another controversy with a senior government official serving on its board
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National Arts Council plunged into yet another controversy with a senior government official serving on its board

April 12, 2024

By Edward Tsumele, CITYLIFE/ARTS Editor The National Arts Council may yet find itself in yet another controversy following revelation that a senior civil servant in the Gauteng Department of Sport, … Read More

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Unpacking Nina Simone’s myth of a complex life: A mentally unstable person, freedom fighter and influential pop culture icon
Feature

Unpacking Nina Simone’s myth of a complex life: A mentally unstable person, freedom fighter and influential pop culture icon

April 12, 2024

By Joy Greyling Nina Simone, is perhaps one of the greatest performers to ever live, continuing to influence popular culture with even rapper Kanye West sampling her in his “Blood … Read More

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  • UNISA to host a seminar celebrating Andile Xaba’s new book Soweto Theatre of Resistance 1984-1994

    UNISA to host a seminar celebrating Andile Xaba’s new book Soweto Theatre of Resistance 1984-1994

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