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Cape Town China International School Celebrates Chinese New Year with Global Cultural Exchange Initiative

Discover how Cape Town China International School is celebrating the Chinese New Year with a vibrant cultural exchange initiative that connects students globally.

News South Africa
IOL Reporter|Published

‘If you know history, South Africa must be supported’, says Chinese Ambassador Wu Peng

Derrick Avenue in Cyrildene buzzed with excitement as the China Town Johannesburg Community celebrated the Lunar New Year, featuring prominent officials and vibrant festivities.

News South Africa Gauteng
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

CMG holds fifth rehearsal for 2025 Spring Festival Gala

Highlights of the rehearsal include a song by singers from China's Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), who extended their best wishes to the GBA.

News World
CGTN|Published

Chinese New Year festivities enchant travellers at OR Tambo International Airport

On the eve of the 2025 Lunar New Year, travellers at OR Tambo International Airport were greeted with vibrant drums, traditional dancing, and festive Chinese chanting, marking a spectacular celebration of culture and community.

News Politics
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

WATCH LIVE: CMG's Chinese Spring Festival Gala

UNESCO has renewed recognition of Chinese New Year traditions, reinforcing how these cultural practices have transcended national boundaries.

News World
IOL Reporter|Published

What to watch about China's Spring Festival travel rush

The latest episode of the China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News Agency, spotlighted key trends shaping this year's travel season, including record-breaking travel numbers, booming tourism, transformative technologies, the rise of electric vehicles and a surge in inbound travel.

News World
Xinhua|Published

From China to the World: The Universal Spirit of the Spring Festival

We look forward to the day when, through realising our shared human values, we can muster the strength of all mankind to jointly tackle global challenges and earnestly collaborate to create a better future, say the writers.

News Opinion
Opinion|Published

Cape Town Chinese Year 'plays a wonderful symphony of harmonious coexistence between cultures'

The Chinese Spring Festival, which embodies the values of pursuit of peace, harmony of the Chinese nation and the world, is moving towards the world's multicultural stage with its unique charm.

News Feel Good
Staff Reporter|Published

Uniting Cultures: How the Spring Festival Sparks Global Festivities

For centuries, the Spring Festival (or Chūn Jié in Mandarin) has stood as the most significant holiday in the Chinese calendar.

News Feel Good
Palesa Nangu|Published

Chinese New Year 2025: A Celebration of Tradition and Global Friendship

Chinese New Year has evolved from a local tradition into an international event, uniting families in China and engaging spectators worldwide.

News Politics Opinion
Kuben Chetty|Published

Cultural fusion lights up prelude to the Spring Festival Gala in Nairobi

The event provided attendees with an opportunity to enjoy Chinese artistic and culinary displays, reflecting the significance of the Chinese zodiac.

News Africa
CGTN|Published

CMG holds fourth rehearsal for 2025 Spring Festival Gala

The widely anticipated Spring Festival grand show takes place on the eve of the Chinese Lunar New Year.

News World
CGTN|Published

China Media Group holds third rehearsal for 2025 Spring Festival Gala

The Wuxi venue has connected traditional music with scene interpretations, showcasing both the historical context and modern civilization.

News World
CGTN|Published

CMG holds second rehearsal for 2025 Spring Festival Gala

Building upon the first rehearsal, the latest run-through showcased significant improvements in original songs, dances, innovative performances and other programs.

News World
CGTN|Published

CMG completes first rehearsal for 2025 Spring Festival Gala

UNESCO inscribed the Spring Festival on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on December 4.

News World
CGTN|Published

CMG unveils 2025 Spring Festival Gala promo

The Spring Festival, or the Chinese lunar New Year, is one of the most important traditional Chinese festivals and the Spring Festival Gala is a cherished tradition for Chinese families worldwide.

News World
CGTN|Published

CMG unveils mascot of its 2025 Spring Festival Gala

Featuring a diverse array of performances – including music, dance, comedy and drama – the gala is much more than an entertainment show.

News World
CGTN|Published

CMG reveals theme and logo for 2025 Spring Festival Gala

The Chinese lunar calendar divides time into 60-year-long cycles and represents each year with 10 "Tiangan" characters and 12 "Dizhi" characters. For the Year of Snake, which roughly fits the year 2025, the characters are "乙巳. "

News World
CGTN|Published

7 Tips on how to manage seasonal allergies

Springtime often brings sneezing, nasal congestion, and itchy eyes.

Lifestyle Health
Sarene Kloren|Published

Spring into wellness: where to go to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul

Spring is an ideal time to reconfigure yourself, so here are some experiences to look forward to this season.

Sunday Tribune Travel
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Experience the magic of music and flavours at the Durban Street Food Festival with KZNYO

The KZN Youth Orchestra's performance at the Durban Street Food Festival promises to be a vibrant and engaging experience.

Entertainment Whats On Durban
Cebolethu Shinga|Published

Brutal Fruit Spritzer Saturday brunches are back, bigger and more glamorous than ever

The Spritzer Saturday Brunches promise to be the most memorable yet, headlined by the sensational and multi-platinum selling Shekinah

Lifestyle Partnered
Brandstories|Published

5 tips to help you prepare for a music festival

The festival season is already around the corner. Here are five tips to prepare you for your first music festival.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Lutho Pasiya|Published

Oskido and Nasty C among artists to perform at 'The Road to Amapiano Festival Experience'

'The Road to Amapiano Festival Experience' is set to be a celebration of the evolution of South African music, spanning the 1990s to 2020s.

Entertainment Whats On Joburg
Cebolethu Shinga|Published

Land Arts returns to Plett Festival

With spring making its appearance soon, mother nature is will be in full bloom across the Western Cape. And the annual Land Art event will return to the Plett Festival in Plettenberg Bay from September 20 to 29.

Weekend Argus Entertainment
Venecia Valentine|Published