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Thursday, May 22, 2025

America’s 100% film tariff: Self-protection or self-sabotage?

President Trump’s latest trade policy—a 100% tariff on foreign-produced films—has left many questioning its implications for Hollywood.

Zhao Yinan|Published

Reflections on the 22nd Cape Town International Jazz Festival

Steven Taylor reflects on the 2025 edition of the Cape Town International Jazz Festival held at the CTICC in April.

Steven Taylor|Published

CTIJF | The Jazz Was a Prayer, and We Were the Amen

A Week Later: The music still lives in us, writes Faiez Jacobs.

Faiez Jacobs|Published

From Russia with Resonance: Igor Butman Quartet’s Triumph at CTIJF 2025

Igor Butman Quartet mesmerised audiences at the 2025 Cape Town International Jazz Festival, delivering a performance filled with dazzling virtuosity and heartfelt musical dialogue.

Gillian Schutte|Published

Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025 Drops a Game-Changer Not to Be Missed

Get ready for Africa's Grandest Gathering! The Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025 promises an unforgettable experience with a stellar lineup of local and international artists, taking place from April 25 to 26 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.

Natasha Jacobs|Published

Repainting the canvas: The artists shaping Africa’s creative future

The South African art scene is undergoing a bold transformation, led by artists who refuse to conform. Samantha Maseko and Lwando Dlamini are at the forefront, using their work to explore identity, resilience, and power. Their art is more than just visual—it’s a statement, a challenge to the status quo, and a declaration of ownership over Africa’s creative future.

Sasha-Lee Setzin|Published

The Theatre of Defiance | Athol Fugard and the Struggle for Equality

The legacy of Athol Fugard cannot be overstated; he stands as a testament to the idea that creativity combined with courage can reshape a nation, writes Andile Lungisa.

Supplied|Published

Reflections on Venice: A Journey of Philanthropy, Art, and Glamour

South African actress, producer and entrepreneur Tarina Patel recently attended the Venice Film Festival.

Opinion|Published

‘Them’ — Prime Video’s Double Feature on the Horror and Reckoning of Generational Racism

Beyond entertainment it’s a haunting call to consciousness, a dark reflection of a world where history is never dead—it’s not even past, writes Gillian Schutte.

Opinion|Published