The controversy arose after Trump expressed support for white Afrikaners in a tweet on August 22, 2018, claiming that they were being subjected to violence and land seizures. This led to heightened tensions, as many South Africans view the narrative as a distortion of the realities faced by black South Africans who suffered under apartheid. … Read more
As of October 2023, numerous South African institutions and activists are actively campaigning for the return of artefacts taken during colonial rule. High-profile cases include the request for the return of the Benin Bronzes and other significant items housed in European museums. These efforts are supported by various cultural organizations that emphasize the importance of … Read more
This situation is particularly notable given the film’s high-profile subject, the former First Lady of the United States. The documentary, which delves into her life and experiences in the White House, has garnered attention worldwide, but South African viewers have been left without access, leading to a sense of exclusion from the global conversation surrounding … Read more
