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Novembre Numerique Animation Jam

Sixty animators responded to the call for applications for the 2021 Animation Jam. On 19-21 November, participating animators were challenged to create their original amazing 2D animated work in 48 […]

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The French Institute gears up for the Cape Town International Animation Festival

In its ninth year, the Cape Town International Animation Festival is back, and the French Institute of South Africa is excited to partner with this renowned festival again to amplify […]

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The Kingdom in the Sky: Moshoeshoe’s Strategy and Legacy – A short film on the historical ties between Lesotho and France

As Lesotho celebrates 58 years of independence and 200 years since...

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Novembre Numérique Open Call: Unrecorded Voices Workshop and Mentorship Programme

As part of the 2024 Novembre Numérique (Digital November) programme, the...

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Cinematographic and audiovisual coproduction agreement, funding, and incentives between South Africa and France

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Animating Dreams: A catch-up with GOBELINS Paris masters students

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The Fête de la Musique is an eclectic celebration of music and culture bringing together local musicians, bands, singers, poets and DJs. For the past 13 years, the festival has captured audiences with diverse musical offerings from jazz and reggae to electro and rock. The Fête de la Musique is a free event open to all, organised by IFAS, co-produced by Bassline with the continued support of TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa and SAMPRA.
Fête de la Musique Johannesburg 2024
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The New Shared Stories project is supported by the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, Institut français in Paris and Reunion Island, with the French Institute of South Africa and the Alliance Française in Durban with the aim of stimulating the production of new collaborative film and series content between France and South Africa.
New Shared Stories - French & Réunion Island audiovisual professionals' visit to South Africa
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Annecy Market Readiness Online Workshop was hosted by Wesgro, in collaboration with the National Film Video Foundation, Market International Film d’Animation(MIFA), French Institute of South Africa, Tshimologong Digital Precinct, Cape Town International Animation Festival, and Animation South Africa. The workshop aimed to upskill attendees on market opportunities at the Annecy International Animation Festival 2024. It targeted independent animation filmmakers and producers interested in attending the festival and its Market International Film d’Animation(MIFA), as well as individuals keen on learning effective strategies for navigating film festivals and markets. Mentors on the Road to Annecy discussed how to participate in the pitching competition for the following year.
Annecy Market Readiness Online Workshop Recording
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Meet Carla September | South African Competitive Esports Player
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France-South Africa Video Game Meetups 2023
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After six years in the making, Sibikwa Arts Centre in association with the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS) and Théâtre du Soleil finally brought Ariane Mnouchkine's epic theatre piece 1789 to life on stage in Johannesburg, with the support of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, the French Institute in Paris and the City of Paris. Detailing the French Revolution’s quest for Liberty, Equality and Fraternity, the immersive epis and the workshops leading up to its premiere spoke to the necessity of democracy, unity and hope. Watch the video detailing the experience above.
1789 x THEATRE DU SOLEIL - PERFORMANCE AT SIBIKWA ARTS CENTRE
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Malebogo Naticia Molokoane | 2022 Absa L’Atelier Gerard Sekoto Award
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On the 28th of April, one of the boldest dance groups from South Africa will be performing at the acclaimed Maitisong Festival in Gaborone and later traveling to Johannesburg. Via Katlehong specializes in “Pantsula”, a South African township dance, and other neo-traditional forms such as “Gumboots”, “tap Pantsula” and “steps” – a township interpretation of Gumboots dance. The troupe has performed multiple times in France, and around the world. IFAS is proud to support its ongoing dance performances, along with TotalEnergies Marketing SA. The piece being performed, Via Injabulo, was choreographed by Marco de Silva Ferreira (Portuguese) and Amala Dianor (French/Senegalese) while working closely with Via Katlehong. This is the first time it will be performed for a Southern African theatre audience.
Patsula Dance Troupe Via Katlehong heads to Gaborone
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​@DjeuhDjoahLieutenantNicholson’s tour to Johannesburg was a burst of fresh air for music lovers and the South African public that met them along the way. This was the second edition of Salon Nø Førmat created by our partners @NoFormatrecords : a moment of musical co-creation during which an artist based in France comes to Johannesburg to collaborate with a South African artist and connect with his/her audience. From collaborative sessions and a workshop with SA musician Laliboi at Flame Studios, to a record signing at Mr. Vinyl with in-the-know fans, the group made a mark on the Big Smoke. Finally, on 11 February 2023, the French duo engaged a tightly-packed crowd with an intimate performance at Untitled Basement in Braamfontein. Performers Laliboi, Cool Affairs, and Nicky B joined them on stage throughout the evening. Watch their collaborative journey around Johannesburg .
SALON NØ FØRMAT! : DJEUHDJOAH & LIEUTENANT NICHOLSON X LALIBOI
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On 29th November 2022, we partnered with Business France South Africa - the French Trade Commission, to successfully launch the very first France-South Africa Video Games meet-up with the participation of a delegation from France. During that week in various parts of Johannesburg and Cape Town, the delegation from both countries learned from each other by exchanging ideas on how the industry currently functions, what it should aim for, and the obstacles standing in its way – ultimately to use this information to pave new ways forward. Watch this immersive video of what took place during the first French-South African Video Games meet-up.
VIDEO GAMES MEET-UP 2023
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2022 was a culture-packed year for the French Institute of South Africa. With over 180 events, co-created and supported by 80 partners, we are excited to see what 2023 will bring! Thank you to all our contributors and fellow culture-philes 💙🤍❤️
IFAS 2022: A Year in Review
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Follow up on South African radio journalist Tebadi Mmotla's residency at ENS Louis-Lumière! In July this year, Tebadi embarked to France for a sound documentary residency at Ecole nationale supérieure Louis-Lumière. There, she spent almost two months fine-tuning her skills under the guidance of lecturers, sharing her knowledge with her peers, and learning from them.
CATCH-UP WITH PODCASTER TEBADI MMOTLA
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