Join upcoming events at Dibukafé, the French Institute’s Living Library in Braamfontein

Arts and Creative Industries

Over the coming weeks, Dibukafé will host a varied programme of screenings, discussions, and cultural encounters supported by the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS). These events bring together makers, thinkers, and audiences from across the region to exchange ideas and reflect on social and artistic issues.

Free film screening: Doves in Zero Gravity by Christophe Gargot (event flyer here)
Wednesday, 29 October 2025 | 17:30–20:00 | Dibukafé 

Set against the backdrop of ongoing instability in Mali, this documentary examines how international peacekeepers have been drawn into complex local conflicts. Through first-hand accounts, Doves in Zero Gravity explores the consequences of failed peace efforts and considers what lessons can inform future operations. Watch the trailer for the film hereThose interested in attending can RSVP here.

Panel discussion: Women’s Health and Wellness Debate
Thursday, 30 October 2025 | 17:00–19:00 | Dibukafé

This conversation questions whether the modern wellness industry truly benefits women or reinforces pressures and inequalities. The discussion, presented by the Lulama Wellness initiative, features Divashnee Naidoo and Sohela Surajpal. RSVP to join here.

Discussion: Mobile and Digital Libraries – Reinventing Access to Culture in Rural Areas (event flyer here)
Monday, 3 November 2025 | 15:30–17:00 | Dibukafé 

Patrick Weil, Founder and President of Bibliothèques Sans Frontières (Libraries Without Borders), will speak on new ways to extend access to books and culture in rural communities. The talk will be followed by a signing of his book, The Madman in the White House. The event will also be streamed live on Microsoft Teams. RSVP to attend in-person or online here.

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