Patricia Furstenberg, Writer of Historical Fiction, Children's Books
Travel via Stories
What the World Cup and Wimbledon Finals, Barack Obama’s Visit to South Africa and Mandela’s Centenary Have Taught Me.
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Writing about the Inaugural South African Indie Film Festival was such a thrill, I am so proud of these guys and of their achievements!
The Rainbow Nation, South Africa, has given the world the iconic, inspirational spirit of Nelson Mandela and the voice of Miriam Makeba; the talent and gorgeous looks of Charlize Theron and the spirited and witty Trevor Noah.
Local IS Lekker!
SA Indie Film Fest 2018 entry ticket – courtesy SAIFF
Drenched by the southern sun and bathed by two oceans, the South African spirit is forever replenished — this time, to give the world a blend of breathtaking scenery and dynamic, independent filmmakers. The inaugural South African Independent Film Festival (SAIFF) is a fresh platform for both emerging and experienced filmmakers, local and international.
The 2018 South African Independent Film Festival on May 24 celebrated some of the very best independent film from the world stage. SA Indie Film Festival aims to give a platform to the vibrant and diverse artists working in independent film today. (SAIFF Press Release)
With screenings taking place at the historic Labia Theatre — home of independent cinema in Cape Town — South Africa’s first Indie Film Festival showcased 22 short films, documentaries, music videos and even VR films from all around the world, from Belgium to South Africa.
A lovely collaboration and friendship was born on Twitter. In July 2016 I met wonderful and talented Australian author Susan Day.
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Do you think that Mind, Brain, Education Can Aid the Education in South Africa? Here’s how.
What do a pianist and a London taxi driver have in common?
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Mind-Brain and Education, MBE, uses emerging research in cognitive and behavioral sciences to better understand how the human brain works and to uncover new methods needed by a 21st century active-style teaching.
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