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Five things you must do if you visit South Korea – And why The Emperor’s Dining Table is one of them
Five things you must do if you plan to visit South Korea, a county filled with rich heritage and vibrant fashion.
Hollywood African Cinema Connection expands to Cape Town for a vibrant film festival
Join the celebration of African cinema as the Hollywood African Cinema Connection unveils an exciting festival in Cape Town, highlighting exceptional films and crucial dialogues on creativity and technology.
From China to the World: The Universal Spirit of the Spring Festival
We look forward to the day when, through realising our shared human values, we can muster the strength of all mankind to jointly tackle global challenges and earnestly collaborate to create a better future, say the writers.
LOOK: King Shaka statue finally unveiled at Durban airport
Travellers to Durban's King Shaka International Airport (KSIA) will finally be able to view the massive King Shaka statue.
PICS: Barbie embraces Indian heritage, culture and inclusivity with launch of Diwali doll
Barbie officially launched the Barbie Diwali Anita Dongre Barbie Doll in Gauteng, this week.
Forging a new era of co-operation along the Silk Road
This is an edited version of Daily News editor Ayanda Mdluli’s speech delivered at the Belt and Road Forum for International Think Tank Cooperation and the 2nd Silk Road International Communication Forum in Xi’an.
Hunan and Africa Vow to Deeper Ties Based on Long-Standing Friendship
The Chinese culture is taking root, germinating, blooming, and flourishing on African soil, says the writer.
Forging a high-level China-Africa community with a shared future
The three-day summit, organised under the theme, “Joining Hands to Advance Modernisation and Build a High-Level China-Africa Community with a Shared Future”, will be a defining moment for both sides, shaping the trajectory of this vital partnership
‘Relieved’ King Dalindyebo says slain extortion ‘chief’ Mareke was no traditional leader
In light of recent media coverage and statements from the leadership of Contralesa, the House of AbaThembu urges both entities to refrain from referring to Mr Mareke as a chief.
The Impact of Dr Iqbal Survé on Africa-China Relations through the Belt and Road
Dr Iqbal Survé’s involvement in the BRI spans several years, during which he has consistently advocated for the initiative’s potential to transform not just economies but the global narrative around cooperation, inclusivity, and shared prosperity.
Xinhua Issues Think Tank Report on The Road to Becoming a Sports Powerhouse — The Value and Inspiration of Xi Jinping's Important Discourses on Sports
By fostering cross- border and transcultural exchanges, sports enhance mutual understanding and respect, contributing to global peace and development.
‘I was struck by the number 60’: Oprah Winfrey
‘Also I realised that the Auntie thing is very cultural. If you go to other countries where age is respected it's considered an honour. ’
The 23rd ‘Chinese Bridge’ Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign College Students-South Africa Finals held successfully in Cape Town
Participants demonstrated their deep understanding of Chinese culture and language skills through tests on Chinese knowledge, Chinese speech, and performances of Chinese culture.
This is how we fix South Africa
As the May 29 general elections approach, what can we as South Africans do to ensure our government sees us as citizens instead of customers?
Stories of democracy
Democracy is not an ornament to be used for decoration; it is to be used to solve the problems that the people want to solve.
CMG 2024 Lantern Festival Gala captivates audience with blend of tradition and technology
The Chinese Lantern Festival, also known as Yuan Xiao Jie, marks the end of Chinese New Year celebrations and symbolises the coming of spring.
Chinese President Xi Jinping stresses enhancing capability of land resources to ensure high-quality development
Chinese President Xi Jinping called for building a land management system that is more efficiently linked to macroeconomic policies and regional development, to improve the accuracy and efficiency in the allocation and utilization of the land factor.
Xi's old time in Fuzhou: The people-centred ‘3820’ project
More than 30 years ago, Chinese President Xi Jinping already began a project to lift the residents of Fuzhou out of poverty through economic and social development.
Xi's old time in Fuzhou: Strong push for opening up and innovation
The city has become one important hub connecting China to the rest of the world, especially in areas including new materials, artificial intelligence (AI), textiles and digital information.
Cultivating cross-cultural bonds: The Yunus Emre Institute in Johannesburg
The institute's diverse activities encompass Turkish language classes, marbling and calligraphy sessions.
WATCH: Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers 2024 New Year’s address
Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a New Year address to ring in 2024 on Sunday.
Central conference on work relating to foreign affairs held in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping systematically reviewed the historic achievements and valuable experience of major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics in the new era in important speech delivered at the conference.
Belt and Road Initiative: A road of peace for the new era
Over the past decade, the BRI has increasingly become a road of peace where dreams and aspirations come true.
Belt and Road Initiative: A road connecting civilizations for the new era
The BRI has built a platform for dialogue among civilizations, where the flowers of different civilizations bloom and shine together.
Gauteng’s National Tourism Careers Expo 2023 closes on high note
With as many as 97 exhibitors and registrations topping 10 000, the 2023 NTCE was a great success.