Telkom to launch Telkom Transformation and Innovation Awards: Celebrating South African Innovators: Telkom, a leading technology company in South Africa, is proud to announce the launch of the Telkom Transformation and Innovation Awards, set to take place on the 14th of November 2023. This ground-breaking event marks the beginning of an annual celebration, recognising Telkom’s …
Celebrating one woman’s mission to change an industry – and society into the bargain: Founded in 2019, Black Elegance is the brainchild of Simone Jules. She’s a woman on a mission: she has wanted to run a company since she was a child, but she’s also clear that her ambition would not stop there. “I …
Black and Bold Queens is a new children’s book celebrating women in Ghana’s history: Detail of an illustration of Theodosia Okoh, who designed Ghana's flag. Illustrations by Denyse Gawu-Mensah/Black and Bold Queens A new children’s book, Black and Bold Queens: Women in Ghana’s History explores the lives of 16 notable female pioneers and leaders in …
It’s not just weddings – how celebrating small wins and unconventional milestones can bring joy: Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock In an episode of the popular TV show Sex and the City, protagonist Carrie Bradshaw sets up a fake wedding registry to get a friend to buy her a pair of shoes. Carrie claims to be getting married to …
Celebrating the 2023 Opensource.com Community Choice authors: Celebrating the 2023 Opensource.com Community Choice authors AmyJune Wed, 01/25/2023 – 03:00 Often our first interaction with open source is through community knowledge bases. This past year, I have had the fantastic opportunity to work with the many authors here at Opensource.com (and bring in some new ones!). …
Quentin Blake at 90: celebrating the joy and magic of the illustrator of Matilda, The BFG and beyond: The expression “national treasure” could have been invented for Sir Quentin Blake who celebrates his 90th birthday on December 16 – and we might also celebrate his considerable impact on the status and understanding of the art …
The Godfather at 50: celebrating the mob saga that raised the bar for gangster films: The Godfather starred Marlon Brando in his most iconic role. Zero05Ard/Shutterstock It’s one of the most famous climactic scenes in film: a tense and shocking denouement that sees a series of brutal assassinations intercut with the central character calmly renouncing …
Celebrating Dolly Rathebe, South Africa’s original black woman superstar: Dolly Rathebe (centre) in detail of the album cover for Dolly Rathebe & Elite Swingsters. Gallo Music Publishing Dolly Rathebe, the musical legend of Sophiatown, is part of South Africa’s rich heritage and history. Sophiatown was a much-storied suburb and vibrant cultural hub in Johannesburg that …
South Africa in the news: Celebrating iMbokodo and Adelaide Tambo’s legacy: The life of the anti-apartheid heroine and servant of the people is an important lesson for how leadership can be reimagined …: “South Africa” – BingNews This week in history: August 9-15: Yeltsin begins second term in Russia after Chechen military debacle On August …
South Africa in the news: National Space Day – Celebrating Queen Mary’s Astronomy Unit and their work exploring the Cosmos: On the first Friday of May each year, countries around the world celebrate National Space Day. Established in the late 1990s, National Space Day encourages people to explore the wonders of the …: “South Africa” …
Napoleon’s bicentenary: why celebrating the French emperor has become so controversial: Napoleon Bonaparte may have died 200 years ago, but the vast ramifications of his rule can still be felt – and not only in France. This year marks the last in a series of bicentenaries since 1969, the 200th anniversary of his birth, but …
Shrek at 20: celebrating the film’s unique brand of animated anarchy and sardonic irreverence: While Pixar’s groundbreaking Toy Story often achieves plaudits for the shot in the arm it gave Hollywood animation in the mid-1990s, it’s impossible to ignore the influence of DreamWorks’ 2001 computer-animated hit Shrek. The grubbier and more sarcastic sibling to Woody …
South Africa in the news: Queen pictured at Windsor ahead of Commonwealth Day address celebrating the union: A pre-recorded message from Her Majesty will feature in a BBC programme along with contributions from other royals.: “South Africa” – BingNews ‘Only three players should remain at Chiefs’: Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Junior Khanye feels only three …
South Africa in the news: Atletico Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen join Gyan in celebrating Ghana’s Independence Day: La Liga side Atletico Madrid, Bundesliga outfit Bayer Leverkusen and former Sunderland forward Asamoah Gyan celebrated Ghana’s Independence Day.: “South Africa” – BingNews Europe staggers as infectious variants power virus surge: The virus swept through a nursery school …
South Africa in the news: Atletico Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen join Gyan in celebrating Ghana’s Independence Day: The La Liga side, the Bundesliga outfit and the former Sunderland forward joined others to celebrate the West African nation’s anniversary …: “South Africa” – BingNews Mighty Saracens cut down to size by Cornish Pirates: Saracens, four-times Premiership …
South Africa in the news: A just vaccine roll-out, SA’s school dropout rate and celebrating the world’s 10-million NGOs: This week, civil society turns its attention to the state of human rights and equality during the pandemic and the global vaccine roll-out. We’ll see a new report on South Africa’s school dropout rate …: “South …
Why celebrating Christmas is good for your mental health: Lucky Business/Shutterstock From birthdays to weddings and graduations, this year has seen many personal celebrations cancelled, while communal festivities such as Bonfire Night, Eid and Diwali either haven’t been celebrated or have been more subdued. So it might feel tempting to downplay Christmas too, especially with …
Monsters, movies, and biomechanics: Celebrating Ray Harryhausen: It’s the early 1980s and I’m about ten years old. On the TV is a fantasy movie replete with swords and ships. And monsters: monsters of metal, monsters of bone. Creatures of the imagination. And they are all brought to life with frightening realism on the screen before …