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Arts and Africa - BBC African Service, London |
The main part of this programme gives a chance to hear the remarkable talents of a South African artist Gcina Mhlophe, whose work springs from the tradition of her people but which is entirely 20th century in its content and intention. |
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Arts and Africa - BBC African Service, London |
At the College of Music in Zimbabwe's Capital, Harare, a formal setting for a mixture of traditional and modern sounds is there that a new depaertment for African music is being set up. The man behind it is Ephat Mujuru, one of Zimbabwe's greatest Mbira players. |
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An imperial high commissioner and the making of a war |
On 11 January, one hundred years ago, the British forces under General Chelmsford invaded Zululand. Thus began the Anglo-Zulu war, a war which was to prove a major turning point … |
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Arts and Africa: BBC African Service, no. 516G | |
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Arts and Africa: BBC African Service, no. 476G | |
Natal Room/Gerhard Mare Collection: People in traditional wear |
Black and white print 20.2 x 25.2 PC126 |
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Natal Room/Gerhard Mare Collection: Chief Buthelezi in traditional garb |
Black and white print 25.2 x 20 PC126 |
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Letter from Phyllis Naidoo to Carmen and Martin |
Your invitation to your birthdays is much appreciated. Thank you for including me in your guest list. I know how much you two enjoy parties". Birthdays are |
Indian weddind |
Painting of a traditional Indian wedding |
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Kofi Anyidoho | |
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BBC African Radiotape Service, no. 179, 1971 | |
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Arts and Africa: BBC African Service, no. 705 | |
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Arts and Africa: BBC African Service, no. 438 | |
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Arts and Africa: BBC African Service, no. 380 | |
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Notes on Khumalo | |
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Arts and Africa: BBC African Service, no. 232 | |
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Arts and Africa: BBC African Service, no. 207 | |
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Letter from John C Bennett to Alan Paton | |
Traditional junior girl |
Traditional junior girl |