Discourse

The Goethe-Institut South Africa deals with many topics and issues, including critical ones. Relevant topics are discussed and debated both locally and globally in various formats and offerings.

Zeitgeister Keyvisual Illustration: © El Boum

Cultural work must remain independent!

Organisations such as the Goethe-Institut must not become the ‘extended arm’ of the government, particularly in difficult political times. Tests of conviction and moral imperialism will not help to overcome crises.

Carola Lentz Photo: Goethe-Institut / Loredana La Rocca

HOUSE OF AFRICAN FEMINISMS (HOAF)

The House of African Feminisms (HoAF) is a platform for feminist discourse, resource and enlightenment. 

House of African Feminisms (HoAF) © House of African Feminisms

Power Talks

Can a European cultural institution actually play a role in the cultural landscape of Africa…are cultural institutes situated north on the globe now confined to being pure donors…or can they share in the dialogue of the south [and] ask to partake in, or even help shape, processes that are decidedly emancipatory?

Powertalks .

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