The people of South Africa have enjoyed a creative relationship with food ever since Cape Town was nothing more than a vegetable garden for ships following the spice route. Almost 400 years later, the country’s culinary traditions are bigger, brighter, and more exciting than ever before – and that...

In a song that he wrote for his son Jesse in 1990, Johnny Clegg spoke of having to say goodbye someday, and sadly that time came in July 2019. The 66-year-old icon passed away at his family home in Johannesburg South Africa after a long battle with pancreatic cancer....

Shaka Zulu is one of the most famous rulers to ever come out of the African continent, but it’s difficult these days to separate fact from fiction when it comes to him and his tribe, as it is with most things. While we know that the chief remodelled the...

When we think of ancient castles and ruins, we tend to imagine the age-old cities found in countries like Italy or Greece. But Africa was home to some of the oldest empires in the world, and they left behind plenty of evidence of archaeologists....

There is nothing quite like sitting back with a cold drink on one of Africa’s many gorgeous beaches. From the harsh sun of Morocco to the wind-swept shores of Cape Town, Africa boasts some of the very best beaches in the world....

Visiting a foreign country is always daunting when considering the language barrier and South Africa is no exception. While English is widely spoken, in a country with 11 official languages, you can expect to hear some confusing phrases. Explore this glossary of South African slang to ensure you aren’t...

Whether intended for function or form, ceramic art is one of the most versatile creative genres where the possibilities are almost endless. South Africa is absolutely bursting with creative talent and the world of ceramic art is no exception. Join us as we take a closer look at 5...

With a truly unique melting-pot of cultures and traditions, South Africa is a tapestry of contradictions and our Rainbow Nation has come a long way since the fall of Apartheid....

The Art of Controversy in South Africa There is more to South African art than ancient rock paintings, colourful Ndebele geometry, and watercolours of leopards in the bushveld. The arts were a powerful tool of protest before, during, and after the Apartheid era, and are no stranger to controversy....

South Africa was set abuzz on August 21st when it was announced that international superstars would be heading to the country in order to perform at the Global Citizen: Mandela 100 music festival. Besides international superstars, the line-up was also jam-packed with African artists and on December 2nd, thousands...