From 28 to 31 October 2025, the Thokoza Film Festival will take place in the South African city of Thokoza, Gauteng Province, bringing together independent filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts. The event will feature special screenings of films by directors from BRICS+ countries, provided by TV BRICS – a partner of the festival. The special screening… Continue reading TV BRICS Presents Films by BRICS+ Directors in South Africa
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Gala Concert at Russian Bolshoi Theatre Marks 25th Anniversary of Brazilian Ballet School
A gala concert dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the Bolshoi Theatre Ballet School in Joinville, Brazil, and the national holiday, Independence Day, which is celebrated annually on 7 September, was held on the New Stage of the Bolshoi Theatre. The event was attended by 35 students and graduates of the educational institution. They now… Continue reading Gala Concert at Russian Bolshoi Theatre Marks 25th Anniversary of Brazilian Ballet School
Foreign Actors to Undergo Training in Russian Theatre Practices in Moscow
Young drama theatre actors from BRICS+ countries will come to Moscow to participate in the InteRussia fellowship programme in the field of theatre arts. The programme is organised by the Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund in conjunction with the Russian Institute of Theatre Arts (GITIS) and the TV BRICS International Media Network, as well as with… Continue reading Foreign Actors to Undergo Training in Russian Theatre Practices in Moscow
Makhadzi Returns Home to Venda for Her One‑Woman Show Themed “Womandla!”
Thohoyandou, Limpopo — Limpopo-born superstar Makhadzi is bringing her One-Woman Show back home this December, with two performances set for 20 and 21 December 2025 at Makhuvha Stadium and Rabali Stadium in Venda. The event is themed “Womandla” — celebrating women’s strength and resilience, especially during Women’s Month. It’s also a symbolic return to the… Continue reading Makhadzi Returns Home to Venda for Her One‑Woman Show Themed “Womandla!”
Young Fashion Talent and Star Power Set the Stage for 2025 Durban July
Excitement is building ahead of the 2025 Durban July, with organisers confirming a packed programme of fashion, music, and horse racing scheduled for Saturday, 5 July at the Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse. The annual event, often marketed as “Africa’s Greatest Horse Racing and Fashion Event,” will once again spotlight emerging talent through the Durban July Young… Continue reading Young Fashion Talent and Star Power Set the Stage for 2025 Durban July
Marketing Expert Anga Jamela Crowned Miss Bachelorette SA 2025
It was a night of catwalk filled with emotion, pride, and purpose. Inside The Lyric Theatre at Gold Reef City, a 40-year-old woman from Gauteng outshone her competitors to be crowned Miss Bachelorette South Africa (MBSA) 2025. Anga Jamela, a marketing and strategic communications expert, grabbed the crown at a glittering function in Johannesburg on… Continue reading Marketing Expert Anga Jamela Crowned Miss Bachelorette SA 2025
TV BRICS Presents new Documentary Film about Young Composers in Russia
TV BRICS International Media Network presents a new documentary film “Partitura. Young Music of Russia”. The project is aimed at popularising internationally the achievements of Russian musical culture and raising the prestige of the composer’s profession. The film is based on the experience of the III All-Russian Competition of Young Composers “Partitura”, which was held… Continue reading TV BRICS Presents new Documentary Film about Young Composers in Russia
South African Celebrity Christmas Messages
Popular soapie Skeem Saam’s actors and actresses from Limpopo, who had attended the 2024 Mapungubwe Arts Festival in Polokwane, took time to wish African Times readers Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Award-winning South African actress Lethabo Mekoa, and popular actor Mahlatse Moropo, also reflected on the year that was, and shared their New Year… Continue reading South African Celebrity Christmas Messages
FEATURE: Mapungubwe Festival – Celebrating Culture, Heritage, and Economic Growth in Limpopo
Polokwane, Limpopo – The annual Mapungubwe Festival is one of Limpopo’s most significant cultural events, drawing thousands of visitors from all walks of life to celebrate the province’s rich heritage and diverse cultural history. The Mapungubwe Arts Festival on Saturday, December 14, was an unforgettable experience, packed with energy and vibrant performances. This year marks… Continue reading FEATURE: Mapungubwe Festival – Celebrating Culture, Heritage, and Economic Growth in Limpopo
Lights, Camera, Inclusion: The Rural Inclusion and Sustainability Film Festival Inspires Change
Drakensberg, South Africa – The rolling hills of Bonjaneni served as the backdrop for the third annual Rural Inclusion and Sustainability Film Festival (RISFF), a celebration of creativity and community empowerment. Over November 29-30, villagers gathered to explore themes of sustainability, conservation, and economic inclusion through the lens of film. This year’s festival at Emazizini… Continue reading Lights, Camera, Inclusion: The Rural Inclusion and Sustainability Film Festival Inspires Change