Eight hours of music, dance, and more to commemorate International Women’s Day

March 3, 2010 · Posted in Entertainment, Arts & Culture · Comment 

Its been 99 years since the first International Women’s Day was held in 1911 and this year, with the global United Nations theme: Equal Rights, Equal Opportunities: Progress for All, the world once again celebrates with thousands of events being held globally to inspire women and celebrate their economic, political and social achievements past, present and future. On the 8th March, a global web of rich and diverse local activity connects women from all around the world, ranging from political rallies, business conferences, and government activities and networking events through to local women’s craft markets, theatrical performances, fashion parades and more. Read more

Arts Indaba Opens in Harare

February 18, 2010 · Posted in Arts & Culture Indaba 2010 · Comment 

Leading arts figures from around Zimbabwe have gathered for an arts & culture indaba in Harare. The indaba, organised by the British Council, the Culture Fund, UNESCO and the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe began  with a keynote speech by Senator David Coltart, Minister of Education, Sport, Arts & Culture.

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