The South African Women in the USA and Canada (SAWITU) weekend was a roaring success. A highlight event was the Tannies Tea held in Centennial Park in Nashville, which concluded the line-up of activities.
The recent Braai Day held in Maryland to celebrate Freedom Day was a huge success, with about 200 South Africans attending the event. Ambassador Mrs Nomaindiya Mfeketo and her team formed part of the day’s program and the ambassador used the opportunity to introduce her team to everyone present.
Renowned Pan-African poet, praise singer, philanthropist, musician and businesswoman Bishop Jessica Mbangeni knew from a young age that she wanted to be a force for change.
A sense of guilt often interrupts his thoughts about his charmed life in California, but Chris van Heerden has to remind himself that his success was paid for by the sweat of his brow and the work of his hands. Ockert de Villiers reports.
She was born and raised in Johannesburg, but now she keeps an eye on earth’s heartbeat from the “centre of the universe.” Dr Kerry Cawse-Nicholson is a leading scientist at NASA and Saffa Mag’s Izak du Plessis learned more about her remarkable work.
Karin Hougaard is immergroen met ’n talent wat oor verskeie genres strek. Sy het haarself “toestemming” gegee om nie net een “iets” te wees nie. “Ek mag speel, sing, dans, dig, skryf en skilder en as ek regtig sou wou, of in die tuin werk,” het sy in ‘n onderhoud met Saffa Mag gedeel.
Driven by an inherent need and pure passion to create breath-taking artwork and sculptures, Johannesburg-born multi-disciplinary artist Daniel Popper continues to make a name for himself around the globe, by Allison Cooper.
If it wasn’t for his mother, he would not have been a Springbok, says Duane Vermeulen, one of the most feared ball carriers in rugby. He spoke exclusively to Izak du Plessis about his career, life and family.
Every Saffa has their own story of how they ended up in the United States and why they ended up where they did. This is my story – one of luck and hyenas – Stanley Trollip.
“I leave you my portrait so that you will have my presence all the days and nights that I am away from you.” – Frida Kahlo.
A recent international culinary event, bringing together food, wine and the vibrant cultures of South Africa and Switzerland was an unforgettable event.
In an effort to foster economic growth and promote international trade, the South African Chamber of Commerce in the USA (SACCUSA) has joined forces with other South African Chambers around the world to establish a robust network of South African businesses and professionals. This collaborative initiative aims to create a supportive ecosystem that facilitates connections, knowledge sharing, and business opportunities for South Africans operating in diverse international markets.
Soon after South African film maker Desmond Denton completed his studies at film school, he made the film, Anderkant die Stilte. Denton, who now lives in the USA, recently announced that the movie is now available on a few USA platforms such as ROKU.