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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa

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South Africa's Ambassador to France, Monaco and Permanent Delegate to UNESCO ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ณ

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4 years
We're proud to hear the news that South African R&B sensation Elaine @elaineofficial_ has signed with @ColumbiaRecords , joining global icons such as Beyoncรฉ & Adele. Her hit song "You're the one" has over 2,7 million views on YouTube. We're incredibly proud of your achievements๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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It is with a great sense of pride that we congratulate @KwestaDaKAR on making South African Hip Hop history with his album DaKar II, which is now 7 x platinum selling in excess of 210,000 copies. This is a great milestone.
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A baobab tree has fallen, the nation has lost a one of a kind musician with the passing of Jazz legend bra Hugh Masekela. We can safely say bra Hugh was one of the great architects of Afro-Jazz and he uplifted the soul of our nation through his timeless music. #RIPBraHughMasekela
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As we celebrate #YouthMonth today we honour the courageous spirit of young rappers & songwriters like @casspernyovest who broke boundaries & raised the bar by tenaciously organising #FillUpOrlandoStadium & #FilluUpFNBStadium supported by @SportArtsCultur .
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Watch: After an outstanding performance at the 2019 Artistic World Championships in Germany, Caitlin Rooskrantz will be representing South Africa at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. She is the 1st South African woman to qualify for the Artistic gymnastics & win a gold medal. Well done!๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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I am pleased to welcome @MasechabaNdlovu to the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture as my newly appointed Spokesperson. As a Department, we know that you will play an integral part in executing our motto of "laying the foundation for greatness".
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Watch: Today marks the 14th anniversary of the passing of legendary Afro-pop singer, Brenda Fassie. Well over a decade after the start of her career she was still on top winning SAMA's bestselling artist award 4 times in a row. Time Magazine dubbed her the Queen of African Pop.
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Watch: I take great pride in sending my best wishes to award-winning actress, @ThusoMbedu as she attends the 46th International Emmy Awards as a nominee for her role in the South African drama series, Isโ€™thunzi. Thank you for elevating our art industry to great heights, Halala!
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Award-winning South African artist & two-time Emmy Nominee #thusombedu has once again astonished us all by becoming the 1st South African actress to lead an American series. Not only has she elevated our art, she is an inspiration for young & old to never stop pursuing greatness
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Congratulations to Multitalented Radio Host, TV Presenter, now Producer @bonang_m on her very first film, "Public Figure" which she both co-produced & starred in. The film was recently accepted to premiere at the Manchester Film Festival where it received raving reviews.
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I join the sports fraternity in celebrating & applauding Award-Winning Veteran Sports Presenter, @robertmarawa on the launch of his groundbreaking new Sports Channel #MarawaTV . We wish you all the best & I certainly look forward to what I know will be highly riveting content.
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1. We're absolutley horrified by the actions of Musician Mapmpintsha @MampintshaNuz caught on video where he brutally abuses Internationally celebrated Artist @BABESWODUMO . We do not only condemn this senseless act but call on @BABESWODUMO to immediately press charges against him
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Join us in congratulating our very own Singer-songwriter and TV presenter @Nandi_Madida for being invited to the New York Fashion Week, Oxford Fashion Studio to showcase her clothing line "Coล‚our". We wish you all the best ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ.
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Watch: @CassperNyovest using his platform to encourage the youth to preserve and promote African arts and culture. #FillUpFnbStadium
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Today we pay tribute to a one of our finest Raggae musicians, the legendary Lucky Dube who died tragically on this day 10 years ago.
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We're deeply saddened by the tragic passing of a lyrical genius, pioneering Hip Hop Artist, Linda Mkhize (Prokid). Prokid took rapping in African languages to great heights & he will go down as one of the greatest & most influential Hip Hop Artists of his generation. #RIPProKid
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Today marks the 140th anniversary of the Isandlwana Battle which took place on this day when 24 000 African soldiers overran a British camp near the Isandlwana Mountain, led by the great King Cetshwayo. This battle is recorded as the British Armyโ€™s greatest defeat in Africa.
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Congratulations to @BafanaBafana for defeating Egypt 1 - 0 & making it to the #AFCON2019 Quarterfinals. This will go down in history as a great example of when opportunity meets preparation & courage. We are super proud of you! Halala Bafana Halala!!! #EGYRSA #BafanaAtAFCON ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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Congratulations to award-winning Chef @SibaMtongana who has once again raised our flag high by walking away with a silver world medal at the New York Festivals TV & Film Awards for her TV reality show Siba's Table. Thank you for representing our country with so much pride ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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We extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends & colleagues of veteran actor Sandy Mokwena who has sadly passed on. As early as 1972 he embarked on a world tour with the cast of the musical "Ipi Tombi". He later played roles in Scandal, Generations, Soul City & Yizo Yizo
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Today marks the 50th anniversary of the assassination of civil rights activist Dr Martin Luther King Jr. He spoke out against injustices the world over, even against apartheid South Africa. He lived by the mantra he coined "an injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere"
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Watch: We celebrate Award-winning Vocalist @samthingsoweto who's one of the 1st South Africans to have both a single & album reach #1 on the Album Charts & the Apple Music Singles simultaneously. Such milestones reinforce the great value that comes with #supportinglocal . Halala!
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Watch: Musician @Nelisiwe_Sibiya leading a moving item at the #BRICSsummit cultural evening at Montecasino.
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We are pleased to inform you that legendary musician Vusi Mahlasela, will be conferred with an Honourary Doctorate by the University of KZN this week for his invaluable contribution to the music industry, not only in South Africa, but also across the globe.
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The tallest statue in Africa is the African Renaissance Monument in Dakar, Senegal. It stands at 49 meters (160 feet) tall and it represents the rebirth of Africa while also commemorating Senegal's independence.
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We're saddened to hear the news of the tragic and sudden passing of multitalented actor, producer, TV & radio presenter, Akhumzi Jezile. We'll miss his exhilarating energy, passion & appreciation of Africa culture, which inspired him to learn most of our languages. #RIPAkhumzi
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A towering giant has fallen with the passing of legendary Singer-songwriter & Anthropologist Johnny Clegg. Our hearts are sore & as he famously sang in Asimbonanga "oh the sea is cold & the sky is grey" as we contend with the loss of a torchbearer of our struggle for freedom.
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We'd like to take this opportunity to congratulate all the winners at the 2017 SA Hip Hop Awards #SAHHA2017 , especially @CassperNyovest who bagged six awards and @KwestaDaKAR who won "Song of the Year" for Ngiyaz'fela Ngawe ft Thabsie & "Best Digital Sales".
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Which Minister?
@ThembaRumbu
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The Minster is currently busy with things to build them a home๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฟ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฟ
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We take this opportunity to congratulate celebrated Actor @AtandwaKani who was chosen to play the young Madiba in "Long Walk to Freedom" & has recently been selected to be the voice for 'Mandela's Peison Letters.' We are proud of you, keep flying the flag high! #IamTheFlag ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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It's our great pleasure to congratulate @Sjava_ATM for winning the @BET_Africa Viewers Choice Award in the Best New International Act category. You are a shining example of how important it is to be authentically African & how impactful South African musicians are internationally
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Watch: @CassperNyovest promoting African culture with traditional dancing on stage and the Khoisan language IXam masterfully fused with Hip Hop. #FillupOFNBStadium
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We welcome the decision taken by the Swiss Federal Supreme Court to suspend the implementation of the IAAFโ€™s regulations for athletes with "differences of sex development" pending @Caster800m #CasterSemenya 's appeal. We will never rest until justice is served! #IStandByCaster
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Good day Vatiswa, thank you for taking the time to write this letter. This is to confirm that it has been received.
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Vatiswa Ndara
5 years
GOOD MORNING ๐Ÿ™‹๐Ÿฝโ€โ™€ ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ AN OPEN LETTER TO MINISTER OF SPORTS, ARTS & CULTURE @NathiMthethwaSA + @asandamagaqa #actor #acting #actorslivesmatter #DiaryOfAMadFrustratedActor #StopExploitingActors #TheShowMustGoOn #IAmAnActorSA #SouthAfrica
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Watch: Archeologists from the @WitsUniversity have uncovered a long lost & wealthy Tswana city in Suikerbosrand hills, about 60 km south of Johannesburg. This great city existed long before the arrival of colonisers & debunks myths relating to the history of African civilisation.
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Congratulations @ThusoMbedu on your 2017 International Emmy Awards nomination, for Best Performance by an Actress. All the best! ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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Today we woke up to devastating news of the passing of veteran football Analyst, David Kekana. His contribution to football analysis spans close to 2 decades & his commitment to sports development will be sorely missed. We send our sympathies to his loved ones #RIPDavidKekana
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We are thrilled by the news that internationally renowned Artist, Mama Esther Mahlangu, will be conferred with an Honourary Doctorate by the University of Johannesburg for "her legacy as a cultural entrepreneur & educator, skillfully negotiating local and global worlds"
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World-renowened Artist, Mama Esther Mahlangu, has arrived at the University of Johannesburg's Auckland Park Kingsway Campus to a warm reception. Tonight our living legend will be conferred with an Honourary Doctorate for her invaluable contribution to the Arts & Culture sector.
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As one of South Africaโ€™s most celebrated acting exports, @TerryPheto continues to push the envelope & show not only South Africa but the world, what it means to be great. Congratulations for winning Best Actress at the British Urban Film Festival Awards in London. Keep it up!๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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Watch: There's no doubt that one of the greatest highlights of 2019 has been the outstanding contribution @ChoirAfrica has made in representing our country on @AGT . We wish you all the best for your finale tonight. We are behind you, go out there & shine! ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ #NdlovuYouthChoir
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Watch: What a proud moment for South Africa! In an astounding 46-13 victory against Argentina the @Springboks have claimed the #RugbyChampionship title after 10 years! What a fantastic way to lead to the World Cup! Mooi werk manne! You have done your country proud ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ #ARGvRSA
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At least you got the consolation win at the end there Refiloe. Thanks for spreading the COVID-19 message with @Trevornoah & all the best with the new single #amadimoni #CassperStayAtHomeGames
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4 years
Check out my broadcast vs Trevor Nyovest live at
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We applaud Actress & TV Personality, @PearlThusi for landing a lead role on @Netflix 's first ever African Original series, 'Queen Sono' which will be streamed in 190 countries globally. This is a great achievement and we are proud of you. Continue to soar to greater heights! ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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Watch: Today we pay homage to South African musical icon & legendary Afropop singer, Brenda Nokuzola Fassie who passed away on this day 15 years ago. As a testament of her international fame, Brenda Fassie was featured on Time Magazine in 2001 & dubbed the Queen of African Pop.
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On 11 Januart 1962, late President Nelson Mandela was smuggled across the border & granted an Ethiopian passport byย Haile Selassie. He was classified as a journalist calledย David Motsamayi & made a surprise appearance at the Pan-African Freedom Movement Conference in Ethiopia.
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We applaud South African Artist @ANATII who has exerted great esteem on the South African music scene by being nominated on the Soul Train Awards for the Ashford and Simpsonโ€™s songwriterโ€™s award for his contribution in writing Beyonceโ€™s hit song, Brown Skin Girl. ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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Today we celebrate 75 years of the life of legendary, world-renowned Artist, Dr John Kani @JohnKani2 who spent over 50 years sharing our art & our culture with the world. We are privileged to have an Artist of your caliber & we thank you for planting seeds for the next generation
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Today marks the 91st birthday of liberation struggle stalwart Mama Zondeni Sobukwe, affectionately known as "The mother of Azania". While married to liberation struggle hero, Robert Sobukwe she played a leading role in exposing his prison conditions & advocating for his release.
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Congratulations to legendary Actor & Playwright @JohnKani2 , as he travels to Burkina Faso to attend the prestigious ceremony of the Sotigui Awards where he will be awarded the Sotigui of Honour for his tremendous contribution to the African creative industry. Sithi halala Baba!
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22 Jan 1879 marked a historic moment in the fight against colonialism as amaZulu Warriors defeated the British army in the Battle of Isandlwana. It was one of worst defeats the British had ever suffered in Africa, as out of approximately 1300 British soldiers only 60 survived.
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Congratulations to @KalushiMovie lead Actor @ThaboRametsi for winning the Best Actor award at the Khouribga Film Festival in Morocco.
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We're deeply saddened by the tragic passing of a shining star & celebrated musician Nichume Refeloe Siwundla - a talented daughter of the soil whose lovely voice reverberated in our hearts & gifted us lasting memories. We send our deepest sympathies to her loved ones. #RIPNichume
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It's always a pleasure Refiloe, you deserve all the recognition. Keep up the spirit of artistic excellence.
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Thank you for giving me my flowers while i am alive Mr Minister.
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It is with a deep sense of pride that I congratulate @TrevorNoah for winning the Outstanding Short Form Variety Series Emmy Award #Emmys2017
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News: Living legend uMama Esther Mahlangu and internationally acclaimed artist Nandipha Mntambo will join Japanese multimedia artist Yoko Ono For a Joint Art Exhibition In Johannesburg at the Cradle of Humankind, Johannesburg from 12 - 13 May.
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A speedy recovery to our beloved Veteran Sports Presenter @robertmarawa . Please take it easy, allow your body to rest & know that we will always be here waiting for you to return & continue connecting us with our favourite sports around the country & the world.
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Watch: We pay homage to legendary Kwaito group TKZee who brought an innovative sound which celebrated multilingualism, Pantsula dance, fashion & a go-getter attitude. We thank them for contributing to Africaโ€™s cultural evolution & paving the way for many of our celebrated artists
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We are devastated to learn of the tragic & untimely passing of Celebrated Actor & the pride of Soshanguve Sibusiso Khwinana whose talent was demonstrated in his performance in the box-office hit #Matwetwe . He was also a founding member of the Independent Theatres Makers Movement
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Watch: Actress and vocalist Siyasanga Kobese, who was involved in the accident that claimed 5 lives, singing a song which comforted us in times of sorrow. Her passing is a great loss to the arts fraternity and we will truly miss her lively spirit. #RIPSiyasanga
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Watch: Queen of African Pop, Brenda Fassie performs her hit song Vul'indlela at the 6th Annual Kora Awards which were attended by the late President uTata Madiba. The awards were held on the 3rd of November in 2001 which was also the late musical icon's 37th birthday celebration
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It's with great pride that we congratulate US-Based South African Actress, Phumzile Sitole, who has been cast to play a role in popular Netflix show, Orange is the New Black. Phumzile has also had a role in the American legal and political drama, The Good Fight. Siyakuhalalisela.
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A giant of African music has fallen with the passing of legendary Musician, the one & only, Oliver Mtukudzi. From the depths of Harare his career blossomed like the flame lily flower & his artistic genius brought us together in good times & gave us hope during our darkest hour.
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Our hats go off to South African Actress, Shonisani Masutha who has become the first African actress to star in a Bollywood series. She plays the role of Norah Gabela in a series called 'Mehek'. We wish you the very best on this new journey. ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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"For a colonized people, the most essential value, is the land. The land that will bring them bread & above all, dignity." Frantz Fanon #LandExpropriation
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It is with great pride that I congratulate world-renowned South African DJ Nkosinathi Maphumulo @RealBlackCoffee who has been named the โ€˜Best Deep House DJโ€™ for the third time in a row at the DJ Awards, held in Spain, Ibiza. Siyakuhalalisela Maphumulo!
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It is my great pleasure to congratulate Ladysmith Black Mambazo @therealmambazo for winning the Grammy Award for the Best World Music Album 2017. Thank you for flying our flag high & demonstrating the potency of authenticity to future generations of African musicians. #Grammys
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Liberation struggle icon Charlotteย Maxeke passed away on this day in 1939. She was the first black SA'n woman to graduate with a B.Sc degree
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Watch: On this day in 2006, the South African Film industry was put on the global stage when South African Film, Tsotsi, starring celebrated actors @Presley_tsotsi & @TerryPheto , directed by Gavin Woods, received an Oscar for the Best Foreign Film at the Oscar awards in Hollywood
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Congratulations @TerryPheto for reaching another international milestone by winning two awards at the @IARA_Awards #IARA2017
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"We believe in our country there shall be no minority, there shall be no majority, there shall just be people." #SteveBiko
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We're watching Shimza! #QuarantineOnlineParty
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Watch: South Africa join me in celebrating one of our own Grand Prix Motorcycle Racers, @BradBinder_41 who ended his Moto2 career in outstanding fashion after winning his 3rd grand prix in Valencia this Sunday. Thank you for flying the South African flag with such great pride! ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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Congratulations Tatjana Schoenmaker on your momentous achievement in becoming the first female South African swimmer to win an Olympic medal in over 20 years and for elevating women in sport globally. We are exceptionally proud of you. Keep flying the South African flag high! ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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Well done on this music video @CassperNyovest released as we celebrated #FreedomDay and as we acknowledged the pressing need to accelerate radical economic transformation. These are the kinds of messages that will inspire the youth.
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Cassper Nyovest - Ksazobalit (Official Music Video): via @YouTube
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Watch: Join us in congratulating our very own Ndlovu Youth Choir @ChoirAfrica from Limpopo, who got a standing ovation from the audience and the judges during their spirited & energetic performance of "My African Dream" in America's Got Talent. Keep flying our flag high! ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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Thank you to award-winning Actress, @theVati_Can for agreeing to meet with me today to address the issues which she articulated in the open letter sent to me on Twitter, about the plight of the members of the South African Creative Industry. We applaud you for your courage.
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
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It is our great pleasure to congratulate @LoyisoMadinga who will be joining @TrevorNoah on the @TheDailyShow in a new feature which starts tonight. We wish you all the best ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ.
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
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ubab' Joe Mafela was multitalented. In 1996 he released the highly successful song "Shebeleza" which became a theme song for AFCON 1996.
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Watch: It's with great pride that I join the music fraternity in congratulating South African award-winning artist @Sjava_atm for representing our country on renowned European music platform @colorsxstudios & showcasing the beauty of authentically African music. Umkhulu Bhungane!
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We strongly condemn the racism on display at the #BlackMonday protest with the brandishing of the apartheid flag. This is unacceptable.
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Congratulations to South African Artists @AmandaBlackSA , @Nasty_CSA @TELLAMANWORLD , & Actress & Stand-up Comedian, @celestentuli who will be representing South Africa at the Essence Festival in New Orleans. Well done on making it to this highly prestigious international platform
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The success of Award-winning Rapper @Nasty_CSA 's album #StringsAndBling reaching triple platinum is not only reflective of his amazing talent but it highlights the importance of supporting local music & art. Congratulations @Nasty_CSA ! South Africa let's continue to #supportlocal
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
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On this day in 1871 founding President of @MYANC John Langalibalele Dube was born. He established the isiZulu newspaper, Ilanga lase Natal & was the 1st African to be awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of South Africa. He was an influential proponent of African unity
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
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Legendary artistย uMam' Esther Mahlangu has been honoured with a mural in New York, from Franklin Street to West Broadway Citi Bike station.
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
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We have arrived at OR Tambo International Airtport to welcome the Queens of African football @Banyana_Banyana . ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ We are delighted to see that the investments the Department of Sport, Arts & Culture & other key partners have made in women's football is yielding positive results.
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
5 years
Congratulations to @ZoziTunzi for taking the #MissSA2019 crown! We were inspired by how you addressed questions around the paradigm shift necessary to pursue gender equality and we look forward to seeing you use this platform to be a positive influence & fly our flag high. ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
6 years
Today marks the 40th anniversary of the passing of Pan Africanist Congress founder, Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe. In April 1959 he said the following "Scientists agree that there is no race that is superior to another... there is only one race to which we all belong, the human race."
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
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Today marks the 141st anniversary of the Isandlwana Battle which took place on this day when 24 000 African soldiers overran a British camp near the Isandlwana Mountain, led by the great King Cetshwayo. This battle is recorded as the British Armyโ€™s greatest defeat in Africa.
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
5 years
Watch: Today marks 9 years since the FIFA World Cup was 1st held in Africa. Described by FIFA as one of the best the world has seen, it's also the 9th anniversary of this spectacular goal scored by football icon & Philanthropist, Siphiwe Tshabalala @siphiweshabba against Mexico.
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
7 years
We're relieved to hear that musician Vusi Nova is safe & call on those with information of his hijacking to assist law enforcement agencies.
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
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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 Refeloe Siwundla #RIPnichume
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
7 years
I'd like to extend my heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of veteran Actress and my dear friend Mary Makgatho, who has sadly passed on.
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
6 years
One of Africa's most prominent writers, the Author of "Maru" Mme Bessie Head, was born on this day in 1937. Born to a white mother & black father she was disowned by her parents and her foster parents for looking "too black". She overcame these great challenges against all odds.
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We're heartbroken to learn the news of the untimely passing of legendary Kwaito & Afro Pop producer, Robbie Malinga. We have lost an illustrious Kwaito pioneer who paved the way for future generations of artists. We send our deepest sympathies to his loved ones. #RIPRobbieMalinga
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Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa
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What a game! South Africa has progressed to the semi-finals after a brilliant 3-26 win against host nation Japan! Thank you @springboks for showing the world what our country is made of! You came through at the precise moment we needed you to & we couldn't be happier! #JPNvsRSA
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