HONORING INTERNATIONAL MANDELA DAY
OPEN DAY HOSTED BY THE EMBASSY OF SOUTH AFRICA, WASHINGTON, DC
DATE / TIME: MONDAY, 18 JULY 2022, 10:00 – 15:00
Fellow compatriots
Sanibonani / Dumelang / Goeie Dag / Molo / Thobela
The Nelson Mandela International Day campaign remains rooted in the call Nelson Mandela made in 2009 to honor the struggle icon by working in communities rather than by celebrating his birthday. While the 18 July remains a focal point for the campaign, we urge people supporting the campaign to participate in sustainable interventions with lasting impact.
18 July, the birthday of Nelson Mandela is declared “Nelson Mandela Day” by the United Nations. The call by the UN to organizations and communities across the globe is to volunteer 67 minutes of their time to serve in a project that builds a better life for all. The 67 minutes symbolize the 67 years that Nelson Mandela contributed towards the project of building a better life for all in South Africa, Africa, and the World.
The global theme for 2022 is “Do what you can, with what you have, wherever you are”. The context, of course, is a world in which inequality continues to grow and in which the destructive impact of the COVID19 pandemic has exposed existing disparities and damaged vulnerable communities in all kinds of ways. The call to action is as broad and as inclusive as possible – identify those in need around you and do what you can to make a difference for them.
In marking International Nelson Mandela Day and dedicated to remembering the extraordinary life and legacy of Mandela, you are cordially invited by Ambassador Mfeketo and her team to an OPEN DAY walkthrough at your home away from home, the Embassy of South Africa in Washington, DC.
In the spirit of Madiba and his vision to spread social justice and freedom for all, this is your chance to become part of a continuous global movement for good, members of the public are encouraged to bring along any non-perishable foodstuffs, old clothes, and toys, that will be donated to an Orphanage in the DMV area.
Looking forward to meeting with you!
South African Sector Tourism Webinar
The Embassy of South Africa in Washington DC in collaboration with the Department of Tourism, invites you to join us in exploring investment opportunities in South Africa’s Tourism Sector.
Thursday, 10 March 2022
9h00 – 10h00 (EST)
16h00 – 17h00 (SAST)
Please Register here to attend: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__m2Wf6FNSqSirJEVWuphKw
South African Films at the DC Indie Film Festival
The South African Embassy in Washington, DC is excited to share that this year’s DC Indie Film Festival will showcase two South African Films at the annual festival, scheduled to take place 2-6 March 2022. The DC Indie Film Festival (DCIFF) has been supporting and showcasing independent films since 1999. You can find out more about DCIFF and their work here.
SONS OF THE SEA an award-winning new “environmental” thriller from South Africa directed by John Gutierrez (South Africa /2021 /82mins).
In a small fishing community on the outskirts of Cape Town, Gabriel discovers a dead body and two bags of valuable abalone. His brother, Michail, convinces him they must take it for themselves.
MAGDALENES LIES a documentary short directed by: Julie Laurenz (South Africa / 2021 / 26 mins).
To some Magdalene is a “Mother Teresa”, to others she is a rotten crook. The real Magdalene is revealed.
Venue: E Street Theater, Penn Quarter, DC
Promo code: Embassy “SASS” for $3 off a ticket to either film screening
Black History Month: Indemnity Film
During this year’s #BlackHistoryMonth, the South African-produced movie, Indemnity will open in select U.S. theaters & On-Demand this coming Friday, February 11th. Indemnity is produced and directed by black filmmakers who also produced Blood & Water drama series on Netflix.
More About the film: http://www.magnetreleasing.com/indemnity/
Webinar Invitation: Understanding Business Opportunities in Northern Cape Province
The Embassy of South Africa in Washington DC in collaboration with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), invites you to join us in exploring investments opportunities in the Northern Cape Province.
Wednesday, 2 February 2022
10:00am-11:30am (US EST)/ 5:00pm-6:30pm (SAST)
Please Register here to attend: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_H1WYb2BrRfigdILPUCBhnA
Webinar Invitation: Understanding Business Opportunities in South Africa's Provinces
The Embassy of South Africa in Washington DC in collaboration with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), invites you to join us in exploring investments opportunities in the Limpopo Province.
Tuesday, 23 November 2021
10:00am-11:30am (US EST)/ 5:00pm-6:30pm (SAST)
Please Register Here to Attend: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3b0AKiK0R5mwBzZrA_h8yg
LoVE USA Fundraising Los Angeles
LoVE is a non-profit organization created to help AIDS infected and affected children and their communities in KwaZulu Natal South Africa. LoVE raises support and awareness of their programs in the USA. If you are in the L.A. area, join them in their fundraiser on Saturday, 13 November 2021.
To find out more about the work carried out by LoVE and how you may get involved in their work please see: http://www.loveusa.org/
Film Screening: Against The Current
LoVE USA Fundraising Dinner and Dance
LoVE is a non-profit organization created to help AIDS infected and affected children and their communities in KwaZulu Natal South Africa. LoVE raises support and awareness of their programs in the USA.
To find out more about the work carried out by LoVE and how you may get involved in their work please see: http://www.loveusa.org/
SADAC Buyers and Expoters Webinar
The Southern African Development Community (SADAC) through its Embassies in the United States, is proud to collaborate with the USAID TradeHub, to host a virtual SADAC Market Place information-sharing webinar and business to business(B2B) event to promote exporters from the region into the U.S.
Date: 28-29, September 2021
Time: 9:00am -11:00AM (EST)/ 15:00-17:00 (SAST)
For More Details: SADC Buyers-and-Exporters-webinar-Invite-and-AGENDA
Bokamoso Youth Foundation: A Battle for a Bright Future
“Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world”- Nelson Mandela
Celebrate Nelson Mandela’s Birthday and support the Bokamoso Life Center for the United States Premier of Bokamoso: Battle for a Bright Future
Date: Sunday, 18 July 2021
Time: 6:30pm-7:45pm EDT
Purchase tickets: CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
Financing for Infrastructure, Trade and Investment
The Embassy of South Africa in Washington DC In partnership with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), cordially invites you to “Financing for Infrastructure, Trade and Investment” webinar.
Tuesday, 13 July 2021
12:00pm-1:00pm (US EST)/ 6:00pm-7:00pm (SAST)
Please Register Here to Attend: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dmZSoypZTMWFNnUlcMD8OQ
Healthcare Sector in South Africa
The Embassy of South Africa in Washington DC in collaboration with the Department of Science and Innovation, Health, Trade, Industry and Competition, Industrial Development Corporation, South African Regulatory Authority and the US Chamber’s , US-SA Business Council invites you to “Exploring the Manufacturing Capability and Investment Opportunities in the Healthcare Sector in South Africa” webinar.
Date: 29 June 2021
Time: 11am-1:30pm (EDT)
To attend please Register Here: Webinar Registration – Zoom
Inaugural Black Business Summit
The Embassy of South Africa in Washington DC, in collaboration with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), the Province of the Eastern Cape and the U.S. – South Africa Business Council invite you to the “Inaugural Black Business Summit.
Tuesday, 29 June 2021
11:00am(EST)/ 5:00pm(SAST)
To attend this webinar, register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SPVei_CmSDCqCUCBKaAz1g
South Africa's 27th Freedom Day Virtual Celebration
Join the Embassy of the Republic of South Africa in the United States of America partnering with “America’s Voices Against Apartheid (AVAA)” live on Facebook for virtual celebration of the year of Charlotte Maxeke and Honoring the ties that bind us.
Tuesday, 27 April 2021
12:00pm (EST)/ 18:00 SAST
To RSVP and watch live : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/south-africa-freedom-day-celebrating-the-year-of-charlotte-maxeke-tickets-151221949923
Inaugural Black Business Summit Webinar
The Embassy of South Africa in Washington DC, in collaboration with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), Minority Business Development Agency, National Business League, Black Business Council and B&C International, LLP invite you to the “Inaugural Black Business Summit”.
Tuesday, 23 March 2021
08:00am (EST)/ 14:00 (SAST)
To attend this webinar series, register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_M4uNahfBTbCbHcuVIwA-lA
Trade, Investment and Boat Buying Tourism Opportunities in the Boatbuilding Sector in South Africa
The Embassy of South Africa in Washington DC, in partnership with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), and the South African Boatbuilders Export Council (SABBEX) invite you to attend a virtual webinar on “Trade, Investment and Boat Buying Tourism Opportunities in the Boatbuilding Sector in South Africa”.
Monday, 15 February 2021
10:00am to 11:30am (EST)/ 5:00pm to 6:30pm (SAST)
To attend this webinar series, register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EstKAaEhQDihHrA7y3f7mA
America’s Voices Against Apartheid (AVAA) Virtual Launch
Join the Embassy of the Republic of South Africa in the United States of America for the virtual launch of “America’s Voices Against Apartheid (AVAA)”. AVAA is an initiative of the National African American Drug Policy Coalition, Howard University Republic of South Africa Project, the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg and other U.S. and South African partners, highlighting the contributions of American citizens and organizations in the global anti-apartheid movement.
Friday, 15 January 2021
11h30am (EST)/ 18:30 SAST
To find out more about the AVAA initiative and to watch the live virtual launch: https://www.americasvoicesagainstapartheid.com/
I AM HERE:
A Virtual Celebration Honoring Our Collective
Resilience, Perseverance, and Fortitude
We are excited to announce that our partner, I Am We Are, will host a virtual reception in honor of their 5th year anniversary on 5 December 2020. The reception will feature an interactive paint therapy session, a Youth and expert panel on mental health challenges faced experienced by youth, silent auction of South African art and musical performances.
To find out more about this event and event registration information: https://www.iamweareyouth.org/i-am-here-reception
Processed Foods Webinar & the Americas Food & Beverage Show
The Embassy of South Africa in the United States, invite the participation of export-ready South African companies in the Processed Food Sector to attend & participate in a series of webinars promoting South Africa’s exports to the United States.
To attend this webinar series, register here: https://forms.gle/4n1Sqt9w8k2LLvCM8
For information regarding participation at the AFBS: https://www.americasfoodandbeverage.com/
Heritage Month Conversations: Dorah Sitole
Join us in our final conversation with South African food icon, food stylist and author, Dorah Sitole on Tuesday, 22 September at 10h00(ET) / 16h00 (South Africa). You can join the conversation live on the Zoom platform or follow the stream on our Facebook page. Register here: https://forms.gle/ow8pzEFcfqL9BHcE6
Heritage Month Conversations: Msaki
Thursday, 17 September
Our second conversation is with musician, composer, producer and curator, Msaki on Thursday, 17 September at 10h00 (ET) or 16h00 (South Africa). You can join the conversation live on the Zoom platform or follow the stream on our Facebook page. Register here: https://forms.gle/UaGKcdswn4vpCC6n7
Heritage Month Conversations: Vusi Africa Sindane
Thursday, 10 September
Throughout the month of September, the Embassy will be hosting a series of Heritage Month Conversations with South Africans in various areas of the Arts & Culture sector. Our first conversation is with award-winning South African writer and film director, Vusi Africa Sindane on Thursday, 10 September at 10h00 (ET) or 16h00 (South Africa). You can join the conversation by registering for the event below or follow the stream on our Facebook page. To register: https://forms.gle/FBAcgnJuevHtC1UeA
Women’s Month 2020 Webinar
Friday, 21 August 2020
Discovering South African Wines
Thursday, 20 August 2020
