Tag: South Africa
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Tito Mboweni, South Africa’s first Black central bank governor and finance minister, has died at 65. His legacy includes significant contributions to economic policy and worker rights.
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Donald Ramphadi and Lucas Sithole Become First Black Africans to Win Paralympic Medal in Wheelchair Tennis, Inspiring a Continent
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Nonkululeko Gobodo, South Africa’s first black woman chartered accountant, receives UP Chancellor’s Medal. Learn about her journey, achievements, and inspiring message
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Prof. Nokuthula Sibiya makes history as the first Black female vice-chancellor of Mangosuthu University of Technology, bringing a strategic vision to enhance research, education, and community engagement.
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Mandisa Maya makes history as South Africa’s first female Chief Justice, breaking a 114-year tradition and marking a new era for the country’s judiciary.
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Mosha Senyolo becomes the first black female president of ASAQS, aiming to drive innovation and enhance member engagement in the quantity surveying profession.
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Discover the captivating story of Ernest Cole, South Africa’s first Black freelance photographer, in the acclaimed documentary “Ernest Cole: Lost and Found” by Raoul Peck. Explore Cole’s groundbreaking work, his exile, and the rediscovery of his lost negatives.…
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Honoring Justice Yvonne Mokgoro, South Africa’s first Black female Constitutional Court judge, as she is laid to rest. President Cyril Ramaphosa praises her as a champion of human rights and gender justice, highlighting her pioneering journey and commitment…
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The extraordinary performance of Ronwen Williams, the South African goalkeeper who made history at AFCON 2023 by saving four penalties in a dramatic shootout against Cape Verde. Learn how Williams’ composure and skill propelled South Africa to the…
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The extraordinary journey of Cynthia Shange, the first Black woman to represent South Africa at the Miss World pageant in 1972 during the apartheid era. From breaking barriers in beauty pageants to becoming a pioneering actress in South…
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