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IMEXSA ensures artists and exporters are poised to excel internationally
The time is ticking at a rapid pace for independent and emerging artists and exporters who wish to make an indelible mark on the international music scene, as the Independent Music Exporters South Africa (IMEXSA) is inviting entries from independent emerging exporters/and artists to be showcased at the most significant music market/trade show in the […]
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[Media Alert] Exciting variety of performances at WALE 5.0
WALE 5.0 promises to be an exciting and cutting-edge mix of all things artistic. Running for four days from 9 to 12 May 2012 at Wits University, this welcome addition to the Johannesburg arts calendar offers something for everyone. A staggering variety of visual and performing arts awaits WALE festival-goers this year. From innovative dance […]
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WALE Announces The Inaugural Khabi Mngoma Memorial Lecture
A highlight for African musical heritage, during WALE 5.0 will be the Inaugural Khabi Mngoma Memorial Lecture. Khabi Mngoma had a vast influence on African music, through his extensive career as a leading academic and cultural activist in the service of music. Prof. Mngoma is also the father of singer Sibongile Khumalo, and musician Lindumuzi […]
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“You ANC nothing yet – on the road to Mangaung”
Drama for Life is looking forward to hosting their longtime friend and patron Pieter-Dirk Uys in his public lecture “You ANC nothing yet – on the road to Mangaung”. Inspired by the politics of third-rate people with fourth-rate ideas, as well as the great passions of those who take long walks to freedom, Uys will […]
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SAMRO Bursaries
SAMRO’s million-rand boost for tomorrow’s music stars SAMRO Foundation has awarded a total of R1.13-million in music study bursaries for 2012, giving 113 young South Africans a helping hand in fulfilling their dreams. A total of 195 applications were received for this year’s bursaries, submitted by prospective and existing undergraduate and postgraduate students who are […]
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SAMRO unveils its new power-packed Executive Team
SAMRO has announced a number of key appointments to boost its strategic repositioning as a 21st-century copyright asset management and services society. SAMRO – the Southern African Music Rights Organisation – is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary with a new focus and direction to benefit its more than 10,000 members and licensees. The music rights […]
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VASER 4D Sculpt’ a breakthrough in minimally invasive body sculpting’
March 22 2012, JOHANESSBURG: The world-famous ‘VASER 4D Sculpt' treatment is now available exclusively at the recently-opened Silhouette Aesthetic Clinic in Rivonia, Johannesburg. VASER 4D Sculpt is the most sophisticated and advanced body contouring procedure in the world. By seamlessly integrating technology with the art of sculpture, the treatment can literally sculpt your body into […]
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Boost for ‘Local Music Industry’-WOMEX '12 call for submissions now open
In further demonstrating its dedication to developing locally produced music around the world, the Independent Music Exporters South Africa (IMEXSA) is inviting entries from independent emerging exporters/and artists to be showcased at the most significant music market/trade show in the world, WOMEX 2012 taking place in Greece from 17 October to 21 October 2012. Artists […]
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Moshito Music Conference and Exhibition calls for Submissions 2012
CALL FOR CONFERENCE PAPERS FOR MOSHITO 2012 The music industry, both at a global and domestic level, is experiencing extraordinary transformation. Factors such as globalization, mergers and acquisitions, competition from traditionally non-music companies, and technological innovation are forcing companies to re-think and re-align their business strategies. In this new environment companies are required – amongst […]
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Moshito celebrates South African music’s biggest talents
AFRICA’S premier music industry event, the Moshito Music Conference and Exhibition would like to congratulate the nominees for the 18th MTN South African Music Awards (SAMAs), whose efforts will be duly acknowledged as part of the local music industry’s biggest night on April 29 and 30 at Sun City’s Superbowl. The SAMAs were conceptualised to […]
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Legal eagle with an eye on fashion brings the face of India to SA
In a quest to forge closer business links between India and South Africa in the fashion world, enterprising Johannesburg advocate Kameshni Pillay is setting up the first Shakti Concept Store & Global Desi in Johannesburg. Pillay, who is a member of the Duma Nokwe Group of Advocates, will launch the Shakti Concept Store & Global […]
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[Media Alert] WALE 2012: Celebrating 90 Years of Creativity at WITS!!!
The fifth annual Wits Arts and Literature Experience (WALE) 9th to 12h May 2012 is set to surpass all expectations as this years’ four-day journey seeks to bring you the finest offerings of artistic, creative, literary and intellectual achievements of Wits alumni, staff and students. As a project of Wits’ Faculty of Humanities this years’ […]
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South African Meistersinger, Sibongile Khumalo, Celebrates Two Decades of Song
This Freedom Day Weekend gives Johannesburg music lovers the opportunity to celebrate the living legacy of Sibongile Khumalo. Long revered as being among the world’s most accomplished vocalists, South Africa’s beloved musical daughter will be celebrating 20 years as a performer in the entertainment industry. Titled the “Breath of Life” Concert, Sibongile Khumalo hopes to […]
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CALL TO ACTION | Last Chance to Apply for TED2013 Worldwide Auditions, Johannesburg
FIVE DAYS LEFT TO CLOSE OF JOHANNESBURG APPLICATIONS TEDxSoweto | TED2013 Worldwide Auditions, Johannesburg Saturday, 10th March 2012 For Immediate Release Applicants can apply to their nearest city even if they are from a different country and in exceptional cases TED may contribute to costs of attending the audition. The auditions will be held in […]
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Johannesburg to host TED2013 Worldwide Auditions
Johannesburg, South Africa. This March Johannesburg joins Doha, London, Nairobi, Tunis and 9 other cities, on 6 continents in hosting TED 2013 Worldwide Auditions, a public search to uncover new talents, voices and ideas the world needs to hear, for TED 2013 themed “The Young, The Wise, The Undiscovered”. Applications will open separately for each […]
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Music Composers are tackling ignorance head on
The Composers’ Association of South Africa (CASA) has declared war on the lack of music industry knowledge amongst many of South African music composers. For too long, artists have been educated and skilled only in their arts discipline, without the business, financial and self-management skills that they require to be become successful and financially secure […]
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SAMRO enters into progressive cooperation agreement
In a progressive move that consolidates its commitment to building strong institutions within the Arts, SAMRO has entered into a cooperation and support agreement with Composers Association of South Africa (CASA), Music Managers Forum of South Africa (MMFSA) and Academic and Non-Fiction Authors of South Africa (ANFASA). “SAMRO believes in the development of strong arts […]
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The 2011 Drama for Life Africa Research Conference
BUILDING A CRITICAL PEDAGOGY IN APPLIED DRAMA AND THEATRE HIGHER EDUCATION IN AFRICA   “Knowledge is not acquired merely through abstract, rational thought or idealism, but by experiencing, interacting and reflecting on the material world in which we live.” (Paulo Freire Brazilian educator and influential theorist of participatory education) Building on the results and insights […]
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Media Alert | Calling All Writers / Content Producers / Journalists / Bloggers / Citizen Journalists
In 2012 we are looking to broaden the scope of writers who engage with the amazing content available through JT Communication Solutions' Media and Publicity efforts. If you are a progressive media practitioner who works in the Community, Online and/or Traditional Media feilds of Arts and Culture, Travel & Tourism, Science, Technology, Innovation, Education, Business, […]
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Wits Arts and Literature Experience (WALE) 2012 Call For Submissions
  WALE 2012 Call For Submissions     WALE is a flagship event on the Wits calendar and has established itself as one the premier festivals in South Africa showcasing the best that Wits has to offer in dramatic arts, film, music, literature, theatre, dance and more. This is a further call for submissions under […]
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24/7 HOTLINE TO SAMRO'S NON-ROYALTY REVENUE
The new companies Act has had significant impact on some of the services that SAMRO has offered to its members over the years. The most significant of the services affected by the Act is the distribution of the Non-Royalty Revenue (NRR). Various means of communication have been used by the organisation to communicate the implications […]
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