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Official account of the South African Department of Sport, Arts & Culture. Tel: 012 441 3000 #InspiringANationOfWinners
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Press Release.31 January 2025. Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture Announces Provincial Consultation Dates for SAGNC Draft Amendment Bill 2023. The Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture is proud to announce the official gazetting of provincial consultation dates for the South
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BUDGET VOTE | We will be reaching out to the Department of Basic Education to bring back physical education as a stand-alone subject at schools. [1/3]. #BudgetVote2024.#DSACBudgetVote
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Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has always cared for the creative sector. Below is the link to the Covid-19 Relief Beneficiaries 2020-2021 list. More lists are coming to cover other categories of funding since 2020 to date Beneficiaries: #DSACCares.
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Department of Arts and Culture has sent two of our music legends, Mama Dorothy Masuka and Mama Abigail Kubeka to attend the funeral of legendary singer-songwriter Aretha Franklin. They are part of the Living Legends Legacy Programme of the department.
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Media Statement.Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has noted the public reaction that followed the recent instruction by Minister Gayton McKenzie, for the Department to publish names of creatives & athletes who have received money from the Department.#InspiringANationOfWinners
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We congratulate @MasterKGsa on his hit song #Jerusalema that has taken the world by storm. The original music video has now reached 49 million views on YouTube and the #JerusalemaDanceChallenge has gone viral globally. #AppreciationTweet for you & Nomcebo.
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Watch: The entertainment industry has lost yet another incredibly talented musician after the untimely passing of Idols Top 2 Finalist, Thami Shobede. At only 31 years, he had captured many with his unique voice. We send our deepest sympathies to his loved ones. #RIPThamiShobede
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We send our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Rhythm City Actor Dumi Masilela, who has reportedly passed on.
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Following the lists of beneficiaries of Corvid-19 relief funds that were released, we are now releasing names of projects from the open call and unsolicited funds of Mzansi Golden Economy. List of projects that benefitted in 2021/2022. [1/2].#DSACCares
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Watch: We are deeply saddened to hear the tragic news of the untimely passing of House Vocalist & upcoming music star, Nichume Siwundla. Well known for her feature on the hit song, Bhutiza, Nichume had a talent our nation will truly miss. May her soul rest in peace #ripnichume
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Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has always cared for the creative sector. Below is the link to the 2nd Wave Covid-19 Relief Beneficiaries list. More lists of other categories of funding since 2020 to date will be issued: #DSACCares
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Media Statement.09 January 2025. Minister Gayton McKenzie on the Protea Cricket Games against Afghanistan. Public calls have been escalating for the Proteas cricket team to boycott their ICC Champions Trophy match against the Afghanistan men’s cricket team next month. This, on
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Watch: We are deeply saddened to learn about the passing of a pioneer of South African Television, Vinolia Mashego popularly known as V-Mash, who became a leader of popular culture in the 90's and will forever be remembered for breathing life into the soul of our nation #RIPVMash
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(1/2) We extend our deepest sympathies to the family of late Xitsonga traditional music icon Samson Mthombeni, who passed away yesterday at the age of 75. He was a beacon of our heritage who recorded his first track with the then Radio Tsonga which is now Munghana Lonene FM.
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Congratulations to @Tyllaaaaaaa for being awarded Best International Act and Best New Artist, and to @MakhadziSA for being awarded the Best New International Artist in the @BETAwards. You continue to raise the South African flag high 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦 #WinningNation
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Rendani Ramovha - CEO at SuperSport who is part of the F1 Bid Committee speaking with us at Kyalami in preparation for Minister McKenzie to announce details around SA’s next steps in preparation for the return of Formula One. 🗓️18 De 2024.📍 Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, JHB. #F1
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BUDGET VOTE | R94 million is set to be transferred to a targeted 50 national sport federations through the Winning Nation sub-programme. We are also prioritising arts & culture throughout our country, including in our schools. ~ Minister McKenzie. #BudgetVote2024.#DSACBudgetVote
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MEDIA STATEMENT. Minister @GaytonMcK extends his condolences to the family, friends and many fans of South African football on the tragic passing of football legend Stanley “Screamer” Tshabalala.
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Please help us congratulate Mme @YvonneChakaX2 on her #GlobalGoodAward #BETAwards Thank you for Laying the Foundation for Greatness
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Is your school interested in participating in sports?. Does your school love Football and is good? Well this is your opportunity for your school to be part of the 2024 National School Sports Championships. Reg link:. #SchoolSports.#SchoolSportsIsAlive
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We will also need a new national oversight body for school sport, with support from DSAC, the DBE, and SASCOC, to create one seamless system for the development of sport in schools. [2/3].#BudgetVote2024.#DSACBudgetVote.
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Exciting energy at OR Tambo international airport as we welcome Tatjana Smith from Paris, France after performing magnificently. #TeamSA #ForMyCountry #Olympics #SportArtsCultureRSA
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The most recent Eminent Persons Group on Transformation in Sport report noted that only eight per cent of learners in SA’s 25 000 public schools have any kind of access to sport. This is far too low and much will need to change in terms of improving equal access to sport. [3/3].
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The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture welcomes Minister, Mr Gayton McKenzie and Deputy Minister, Ms Peace Mabe #Cabinet . #SportArtsCultureRSA.#InspiringANationOfWinners
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Today the gospel community mourns the tragic passing of well renowned Gospel Musician & Pastor, #NeyiZimu. Your music uplifted & gave hope to the hearts of many in times of need & your talent & spiritual calling will never be forgotten. Robala ka Kgotso. #RIPNeyiZimu
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Banyana Banyana and Netball Spar Proteas breakfast underway to celebrate the two teams flying the South African flag high at the Southern Sun Sandton . We are a nation of inspired winners as a result of their hard work. #BanyanaBanyana #NetballSparProteas
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Media Statement. Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie extends his condolences to the family, friends and fans of legendary actress Connie Chiume. Statement: . #RIPConnieChiume
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A one of a kind moment here at OR Tambo international airport as we welcome athletes from Paris, France. #TeamSA #ForMyCountry #Olympics #SportArtsCultureRSA
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WA THINTA ABAFAZI WA THINTA IMBOKODO . Struggling to meet your fitness goals? Check out today's post of @FitMasi b4 #LockdownSA .Don't forget 2 wear a 😷.When women workout, get fit & eat healthily together, we instil healthy lifestyle in our communities. #StaySafe.#WomensMonth
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DID YOU KNOW: The South African Netball team is ranked 5th in the world. Being top 5 in the world is undeniably is extraordinary!. #PutYourHandsUp #StandTall #NWC2023 #SparProteas #NetballWorldCup
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Living Legends being honored by Minister Gayton McKenzie as part of the program for Heritage Month during the Heritage Launch at Freedom park. #HeritageMonth2024 #OurHistoryOurStoryOurHeritage #HeritageLaunch2024 #RepatriationAndLiberation
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View the Covid-19 Relief Beneficiaries 2020-2021 list here:
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Minister @NathiMthethwaSA says the freedom chapter declare South Africa belongs to all who live in it. No matter the color of your skin. #Masivumelane.
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Mama #AlbertinaSisulu Mama Nontsikelelo Sisulu. #AWomanOfFortitude. We honour you. We love you. For your selflessness & courage, South Africa owes you a debt of gratitude. 2018- #TheYearOfAlbertinaSisulu #WomensMonth
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We have been deeply shaken by the untimely passing of South African Actor Andile Gumbi. A multi-talented thespian, he captured many with his extraordinary talent & his dedication to the arts was evident in the delivery of his work. Lala ngoxolo Ngubo Yengwe! #RIPAndileGumbi
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MEDIA STATEMENT: .Over the past few days the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Mr. @NathiMthethwaSA has followed and taken note of public discourse that has unfolded in respect of the envisaged Monumental Flag.
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“There is something special about the music we are doing in Limpopo” @MasterKGsa #Jerusalema #Jerusalema50million #JerusalemaDanceChallenge.
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MEDIA INVITE: Members of the media are invited to a virtual meeting hosted by Minister @NathiMthethwaSA with @MasterKGsa on Tuesday 28/7/2020 between 12:30-13:00 in celebration of his global success with @Nomcebozikode #Jerusalema #Jerusalema50million #JerusalemaDanceChallenge
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"Stop procrastinating, stop being afraid, believe that it can happen & it will happen. You're more powerful than you think you are, listen to that inner voice & unleash that awesomeness that's always been there".-Late South African Musician, Nichume Siwundla #RIPnichume
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Message of Congratulations: Minister Nathi Mthethwa congratulates Cassper Nyovest for Filling up the Dome,read more
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BUDGET VOTE | Minister McKenzie & Deputy Minister Mabe to table the Budget Vote, Cape Town . #BudgetVote2024.Date: 16 July 2024.Time: 10h00 – 12h00.Live streaming @ParliamentofRSA. Post – Budget Media Briefing.Time: 12h00.Venue: GCIS Imbizo Centre, Parliament. #DSACBudgetVote
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Media Advisory.16 Dec 2024. Minister @GaytonMcK to announce Formula One Bid Steering Committee in Kyalami. Members of media are invited as follows: .Date: 18 Dec 2024.Time: 12pm.Location: Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, JHB. #SASports #GovZAUpdates
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And the Sports Star of the year award goes to, ANDILE DLAMINI😎😎😎😎!!!!!!!!!!. Congratulations. 🎊👏. #IzinjaZeGame.#SASA2022
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A towering giant of the South African music industry famously known for hits like "Let the good times roll" has fallen, with the passing of legendary musician ntate Ali Katt, at the age of 60 after a lengthy illness. We send our deepest sympathies to his family, friends & fans.
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Media Statement.4 Aug 2024. Ministry of Sport, Arts & Culture reaches an agreement to assist National School of the Arts. @NsaArt has made headlines in recent weeks for staring down bankruptcy. #DSACCares .#InspiringANationOfWinners
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MUST LISTEN: Recently appointed Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, @zizikodwa is later today doing media engagements. Catch him Live with @robertmarawa on 947 this evening.
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Media Statement. Min McKenzie Congratulates Kgothatso Montjane and her partner for #Wimbledon Glory. “@KGMontjane, we are so very proud of you, & I hope that other young players take great inspiration from your success, both in the wheelchair discipline & the sport as a whole,”
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BUDGET VOTE | Over the medium term, R1.2 billion is being allocated to the Mzansi Golden Economy sub-programme in Arts & Culture Promotion & Development. These funds will be used to create more than 60 000 job opportunities in the cultural & creative sector. [1/2].#BudgetVote2024
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What a great talent we have.South Africans are proud of their culture. Watch Traditional zulu dance as we welcome our delegates to #BRICSZA official opening held @The Playhouse Company an agency of Department of Arts & Culture. Let's all enjoy a week long of films #BricsFilmFest
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Minister @GaytonMcK has handed over the South African flag and delivered an inspiring message to the @OfficialTeamRSA Paralympic Team. Today, the South African team for the @Paris2024 Paralympics was announced #WinningNation #ActiveNation #Paris2024
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@NathiMthethwaSA @Trevornoah Well done @casspernyovest & @Trevornoah 👏👏👏 #CassperStayAtHomeGames #amadimoni.
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Siyabonga Mpongose showcasing his talent in arts & culture. Poetry rocks #AmanzimtotiImbizo
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Media Statement. Minister Gayton McKenzie excited about roll-out of extracurricular activities for school children after signing MOU with Basic Education Minister. More:
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The Department is aware of the technical glitches and the technicians are working on resolving the problem. We apologise for the inconvenience.
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Minister Gayton McKenzie after engaging with SASCOC Board was able this afternoon to pay a special visit to the Nelson Mandela Foundation in Houghton. Accompanied by DDG Vusi Ndima responsible for heritage & preservation. #IChoose2BActive.#7thAdministration.#SportArtsCultureRSA
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No dream is too big to be achievable and @CassperNyovest continues to prove this. DAC continues to support the local arts.
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“This team is our ambassadors - You are our ambassadors - you are going to be our ambassadors.” Minister @NathiMthethwaSA on @MasterKGsa & @Nomcebozikode #Jerusalema #JerusalemaDanceChallenge #Jerusalema50million.
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It is with deep sadness that we receive the devastating news of the passing on of Award-winning Xitsonga musical sensation Khombo Shirimani, well-known for her angelic voice & her hit song Samson. We convey our heartfelt condolences to her family,friends & the Xitsonga community
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Minister Gayton McKenzie and Deputy Minister Peace Mabe meet and greet with the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) staff. Let’s get the ball rolling. #7thAdministration.#SportArtsCultureRSA.#InspiringANationOfWinners
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Call for funding. The National Heritage Council aspires to expand the base of participation of heritage organizations in the country. Applications are invited from individuals, organizations and institutions. Visit: 🗓️:30 August 2024. #NHCFunding
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Media Statement. Minister of Sport, Arts, and Culture, Hon Gayton McKenzie, applauds deal to broadcast historic Springbok-All Blacks Test on SABC. The following remarks were delivered at a press conference by Minister McKenzie in Johannesburg on Friday evening.
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Watch: Audience including @ArtsCultureSA Minister @NathiMthethwaSA, Interkultuur 's Gunter Tisch, ACDF's Ali Mpofu, Mayor @SollyMsimanga is on its feet singing along to a choir performance of Ringo Madlingozi's "Nkqo Nkqo Nkqo" #WorldChoirGames
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You captured hearts of many with your sweet voice. RIP mama #ThandiKlaasen you will always be remembered
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Minister @NathiMthethwaSA says the commitment of building a non-racist, non-sexist SA remains key which is which is why the NDP set out a plan to reach these goals by 2030. #Masivumelane.
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5 days to go before #FIllupOrlandoStadium with @CassperNyovest be sure to get your tickets and be a part of history.
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Best Dance Album: @ladyzamar King Zamar. You are a citizen, a resident, a resident in my heart . 🎵🎵🎵 #YouthMonth18 #BeTheLegacy #SAMA24
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Domba and Tshikona traditional dancers representing the VaVhenda arrive at Loftus Stadium. They will form part of the spectacle in a calabash performance. #SAInauguration19 #PeoplesInauguration #AfricaDay2019 #AfricaDay #WeAreAfrican #WeThePeople
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Minutes to go before the ultimate performance. Good luck @CassperNyovest #FillUpOrlandoStadium
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Today, Minister @GaytonMcK met with the South African Ambassador in France @NathiMthethwaSA for a meet and greet. With them is the President of SASCOC Mr Barry Hendricks. This is ahead of the opening of the Olympics . #Olympics .#TeamSA .#ForMyCountry
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An exciting moment in history at OR Tambo international airport as we welcome our athletes who flew the flag as high as possible from Paris, France. #TeamSA #ForMyCountry #Olympics #SportArtsCultureRSA
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Media Statement. South Africa’s Participation at the 2024 Venezuela Book Fair (FILVEN). South Africa will be the guest of honour at the 20th International Book Fair of Venezuela (FILVEN) in Caracas, Venezuela.Date: 11-21 Jul 2024.#30FootprintsOfFreedom.#Filven2024 #LeerTransforma
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Only 5 days to go until the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Team Mzansi 🇿🇦 is READY to go for gold !🏅. #TeamSA #Paralympics #Paris2024 .#InspiringANationOfWinners
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Tatjana Smith returns home as the most decorated medalist from the Olympics and shares a few words after with us after Paris, France . #TeamSA #ForMyCountry #Olympics #SportArtsCultureRSA
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Gifted @Gaddafi_de_poet renders a powerful poem that is particularly poignant in how it talks to an ill that not only plagues S. Africa, but many parts of Africa, the persecution of those living with albinism. @ArtsCultureSA also launched the #AlbinismActivismCampaign this year.
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Media Release: The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture pays tribute to one of South Africa's greatest treasures uMama Mary Twala. #RIPMaryTwala
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Artists supporting each other is the only way for growth and progression in this industry. The support for @CassperNyovest tonight!!! 👌👌👌.
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Deputy minister has arrived at the Athlone Stadium in Cape Town under the theme “Peace, Hope and Solidarity” for football for humanity. #Football4Humanity.#30YearsOfDemocracy #WeUnite
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(2/2) Mr Samson Mthombeni gained popularity through songs such as 'Bombo Ra Tika' and 'Xinengani Xa Nwampfundla'. He carried both the music and cultural torch during apartheid and his legacy will forever live on.
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MEDIA STATEMENT .4 October 2023. Mama Joy Chauke and Mr Boy Msila are recognised in the world of sport as the epitome of promoting a winning, active and inspiring nation. This is one of the objectives of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture.
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Congratulations to SA’s Queen👸🏽 Shudufhadzo Musida @abigailmusida from the ministry and department of @SportArtsCultur. #MissSouthAfrica2020 #Congratulations #ShudufhadzoMusida #Shudu #SouthAfrica #CongratulationsQueen
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Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has always cared for the creative sector. View the 2nd Wave Covid-19 Relief Beneficiaries list: More lists of other categories of funding since 2020 to date will be issued. #DSACCares
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@tembisa today we celebrate Mama Winnie Mandela #WinnieMandelaMemorial #bethelegacy #freedommonth @CityofJoburgZA @joburgtheatre
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@NamhlaM Hey Namhla, we love that you’re looking out for others, great spirit and Ubuntu. Please contact: they may be able to provide you with the relevant information regarding funding or anything you may need assistance with.
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The first group of South African writers 🇿🇦 has arrived in Caracas, Venezuela to participate at the Venezuela International Book Fair, 11 to 21 July. They are joined by members of the organising team of the book fair. Proudly supported by Dept .#Filven2024.#30FootprintsOfFreedom
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Did you know that Cdr Solomon Kalushi Mahlangu died on 06 April 1979 at Dr. Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Service. #Kalushi40
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Minister Gayton McKenzie excited about roll-out of extracurricular activities for school children after signing MOU with Basic Education Minister. #InspiringANationOfWinners
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Our legends Mama Dorothy Masuka and Mama Abigail Kubeka with Consular General Phumzile Mazibuko and Rev Jesse Jackson at a meet and greet before heading to the funeral of legendary Aretha Franklin. Detroit, USA.
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