‘Our kids are discriminated because of Afrikaans’ – EFF members: ‘Our kids are discriminated because of Afrikaans’ – EFF members: The EFF and a parent have been involved in a brawl on the first day of school during a protest outside Hoërskool Overvaal in Vereeniging. Wanted suspect hit in shootout with police: A man, wanted in connection with ATM and drop safe … [Read more...] about ‘Our kids are discriminated because of Afrikaans’ – EFF members
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The war that provided the soundtrack for subversive Afrikaans rock | The Conversation
The war that provided the soundtrack for subversive Afrikaans rock: Bernoldus Niemand (aka James Phillips) at the Market Theatre Warehouse in Johannesburg, 1989. John Hogg/The TimesIn 1967, military conscription became compulsory for all white men in South Africa over the age of 16. In the subsequent two decades the country got ever deeper involved in the so-called “Border … [Read more...] about The war that provided the soundtrack for subversive Afrikaans rock | The Conversation
More than an oppressor’s language: reclaiming the hidden history of Afrikaans | The Conversation
More than an oppressor's language: reclaiming the hidden history of Afrikaans: Award-winning Hemelbesem is a black Afrikaans hip-hop artist. FacebookThe language of Afrikaans remains a contested issue in South Africa. The controversy over the medium of instruction at traditionally Afrikaans universities such as Stellenbosch has brought this to the fore again. Should it be in … [Read more...] about More than an oppressor’s language: reclaiming the hidden history of Afrikaans | The Conversation
Dagbreek Trust joins forces to give Afrikaans wings
Dagbreek Trust joins forces to give Afrikaans wings: With Afrikaans increasingly being buffeted by strong head winds, Dagbreek Trust, in collaboration with like-minded organisations and role-players, decided to join forces and launch a comprehensive campaign to boost Afrikaans anew and establish the language as a strong brand. Source: Media Update Submit your own Press … [Read more...] about Dagbreek Trust joins forces to give Afrikaans wings
Media24 takes national Afrikaans news service to digital fast lane
Media24 has announced steps to accelerate its digital-first strategy for its Afrikaans news operations. This follows the success of Netwerk24, the news portal of its mainstream Afrikaans newspaper brands which has grown into South Africa’s largest subscription news service since its launch in August 2014. Read more on: Media Update Submit your own Press Release or … [Read more...] about Media24 takes national Afrikaans news service to digital fast lane
