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Education

We promote the exchange of knowledge through a network of schools, the training of French-speaking educators, opportunities for postgraduate studies in France and an extensive library and information centre.

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Arts and Creative Industries

We aim to strengthen cultural ties and partnerships between institutions and professionals in France and the region through multi-disciplinary exchanges, events, and creative collaborations.

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Science and Innovation

Our goal is to enhance bilateral relations between France and South Africa by supporting innovation, technology, and international research developments

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Governance and Human Rights

Our work focuses on building social cohesion through championing economic inclusion, feminist diplomacy and climate change.

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Arts and Creative Industries

Calling all Musicians: Applications are open for Fête de la Musique 2023!

The French Institute of South Africa has officially opened the call for applications for the 2023 Fête de la Musique in Johannesburg until April 15th Originally, the Fête de la […]

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Education

French language teachers training – BELC Mauritius – 20 scholarships offered by the French Embassy in Pretoria

The BELC Mauritius teachers training will take place from April 24 to 28, 2023...

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Arts and Creative Industries

CALL FOR CREATIVES: Ecole Nomade Immersive Theatre Workshop

Join a groundbreaking troupe from Paris for a two-week intensive workshop led by Théâtre...

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Science and Innovation

2024 PROTEA Call for Joint Research Proposals

South Africa / France Science and Technology Research Collaboration The South Africa/France PROTEA Programme...

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Governance and Human Rights

Request for Proposals: Co-designing just energy transition interventions in Mpumalanga

The Embassy of France in South Africa is inviting proposals to lead and facilitate...

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Localised cooperation

Local cooperation is based on partnerships between French authorities (regions, departments, inter-municipalities, districts) and foreign authorities, involving human exchanges and relationships of trust. It is a pillar of French external action.

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Key Partnership Projects

Education

French language FSPI in South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi

The launching seminar of the French language project in South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi,...

Arts and Creative Industries

Novembre Numerique Animation Jam

Sixty animators responded to the call for applications for the 2021 Animation Jam. On...

Science and Innovation

France wishes to contribute to the SKA project and to research in radio astronomy

On Thursday 4 February 2021, on the occasion of the official creation of SKA...

Governance and Human Rights

Generation Equality Forum to drive Major Policy Reforms and Generate over $40 Billion in New Investments

Heads of State and Government, heads of international organizations, activists from civil society and...

Key Partners

The French Institute has a range of successful partnerships with educational and research institutions, non-governmental organisations, governmental organisations, cultural organisations and esteemed multinational organisations. We are committed to building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with partners who provide a vital mutual transfer of ideas and support to help us reach our shared cooperation goals between France, South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi. Partner with us today.

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HEADLINERS ALERT: Get ready for an electrifying celebration of music at Fête de la Musique 2023 in Johannesburg! 🎶 Open and free to all!✨ We are thrilled to announce our FIVE incredible headlining acts:🔹 Morena Leraba🔹 Nomfusi🔹 Simmy🔹 Tshepang Ramoba🔹 Musa Mashiane Musa MashianeJoin us on 24 June at Newtown Junction Victoria Yards and Alliance Française of Johannesburg from 11am - 6pm for a day of pure musical magic! 🔥🌟 With the support of TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa and Newtown Junction and produced by Bassline "In Music We Trust" ... See MoreSee Less
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Supporting young talent and their mobility is important to fostering creative cultural exchanges. After spending a few weeks together in Johannesburg, students from the Market Lab have made their way to Lyon to join their ENSATT counterparts! ... See MoreSee Less
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