CNN

‘I’m always chased away and victimized,’ says shopper told his traditional clothing is ‘indecent’ in South Africa mall

A South African cultural activist says he is still reeling from the humiliation meted out to him for donning traditional attire to a shopping mall in a suburb of Johannesburg. Thando Mahlangu, 35, an ...
Essence

9 Traditional African Wear Instagram Pages To Follow In Celebration Of South Africa's Heritage Month

With September being Heritage Month in South Africa, it seems fitting that we look at what some of Africa’s traditional heritage is like. Although this is celebrated only in South Africa, the ...
CNN

Chunky knitwear, tasteful v-necks: South Africa’s Xhosa get a style makeover

Every week, Inside Africa takes its viewers on a journey across Africa, exploring the true diversity and depth of different cultures, countries and regions. The journey from boyhood to manhood is a ...
The Conversation

Traditional healers in South Africa are exposed to infection, but few can get protective gear

Carolyn Audet receives funding from the National Institutes of Health in the United States and from ViiV Health Care. Mosa Moshabela was nominated as the chairperson of the Standing Committee on ...
The Conversation

Sho Madjozi: the pop star using traditional culture to shape a fresh identity for young South Africans

The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their ...