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“If you can buy a wig locally, why buy from China?”, said the MD, Vincent Dai of Hotdot.co.za. In the recent years, the international e-commerce platforms such as Aliexpress, Wish and EBay have become popular in South Africa. These websites sell the products at attractive prices, on average 1/3 of the …

The 10th edition of the World Choir Games is the world’s largest international choir competition comes up with a premiere: For the first time ever will happen on the African continent, Tshwane South Africa. Shanghai Huangpu Spring Junior Choir From Shanghai China is invited to attend the game in Tshwane …

The concept of ecommerce has been around for 20 years in South Africa and it accounts to only 1% of the total retail sector. However, since 2012, the ecommerce industry has shown upward trends, growing by more 30% p.a. As a result, today’s business models in South Africa evolve and …

Mogale City – Centenary Hall, 18th July 2017, The Southern African Overseas Chinese Industry & Commerce Federation in partnership with the South African Police Service in West Rand Cluster hosted a Mandela Day donations ceremony in Mogale City. In attendance were Mogale City Mayor Clr Lipudi, Executive Mayor Clr Boyce …

Johannesburg- 24 March 2017, the China Fujian Provincial Department of Commerce is going to host a South Africa – China (Fujian) Trade and Investment Promotion Event in Johannesburg on Tuesday, 11 April 2017. The purpose of the event is to present the advantages of Fujian’s favorable commodities, its industries and …

Johannesburg – 04 March 2017, Wanderers Sports Club was the venue at which the African Chinese Woman’s Association(ACWA) hosted their Bursary and Awards Ceremony. The awards ceremony was attended by First Lady Dr Bonki Ngema Zuma, Chinese Ambassadors’s wife Mrs Qiao Jie and various Chinese community leaders.   ACWA staged …

Johannesburg -Saturday 25 February 2017  was the inauguration of the Social Cohesion Games. Gauteng Premier David Makhura on Saturday launched a veterans  soccer tournament, calling on the public to use it to stand against recent xenophobic attacks. “Football is a common denominator in Gauteng, on the continent and the world …

The Chinese Association (Gauteng) has decided to lay charges at the South African Human Rights Commission against various individuals for hate speech and racist comments made against the Chinese community. The decision was made after various xenophobic comments were posted on Carte Blanche, Karoo Donkey Sanctuary and on the TCA …

As of February 25 to March 5, Gauteng will be abuzz with people from different ethnic African groups uniting together to embrace unity. This follows the pre-launching of the Social Cohesion Games that will feature diverse soccer teams playing against each other in various parts of the province. The games …

Audience at the Greenlyn Village Theatre in Pretoria were treated to performances by a Chinese musical band, the Shangai Ochestra with their traditional music. The band, known as New Republic, gave an outstanding performance to woe the audience last Friday night as part of the Chinese New Year Celebrations. The …

Three Chinese tourists were injured after being rubbed by armed gangsters in a South African hotel, the Chinese Consulate-General in Johannesburg confirmed on Sunday. The family of three from south China’s Guangxi were in a tour group that arrived at Johannesburg Airport Holiday Inn Hotel around 10 pm last Saturday …

The Chinese community in South Africa is appalled by the derogatory posts and insults leaked on Facebook media platform between South Africans over the weekend. A number of South Africans took to their Facebook pages to insult Chinese people about their traditions, conduct and attitude. A sample of comments were …

As usual, firecrackers were on display in Cyrildene to mark the celebrations as well as traditional lion and a dragon to blow the revelers away with their unique Chinese style of ushering the New Year in.  

Revelers on the Johannesburg’s Cyrildene streets cheered the dawn of the Chinese New Year in a traditional style and said good riddance to 2016. The streets were abuzz with people from various walks of life descending on Derrick Avenue at the China Town to form part of the celebrations. The …

The 2017 Chinese Lunar New Year was celebrated on January 28 across the globe with Chinese in Johannesburg hosting their main function at the Marshall Town, Commissioner Street. Ahead of the main celebration last Saturday, the office of the Chinese Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Johannesburg …

On January 1, a delegation of senior officials from the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) paid a courtesy visit to the Africa Hub in a quest to build a sustainable partnership. The visit by the officials was to share ideas on future work relations with Africa Hub, so that together …

The Chinese Embassy in South Africa has disapproved media reports that claim the country’s donkeys are brutally slaughtered and their skin and meat is imported to China. The embassy released their reply statement on their official Facebook page citing their concern about the allegations saying they could ‘mislead’ the public …

Anna Tang, a Chinese singer performed to a lively crowd at the pre-celebration event held at the Johannesburg’s Houghton Golf Club. The singer pulled the audience into a country singalong with his solo music. Dressed in her traditional Chinese silk garment, Tang gave an intriguing performance in front of well …

Radio presenter Bongani Nxumalo and Chinese singer Anna Tang took the audience by surprise when they collaborated in a duet titled Uthando Lwakho at a Chinese gathering held at the Houghton Golf Club. The gathering is one of the many pre-celebratory events held to prepare for the Chines New Year which …

The National School of Arts (NSA) students have already set the tone for the upcoming Chinese New Year with their sterling performance exhibited at a pre-celebration function held at the Houghton Golf Club on Wednesday. The students graced the stage with their unique dance performance to set the mood ahead …

Students from the National School of Arts (NSA) staged a soothing performance to sooth guests attending a pre-celebration of the Chinese New Year function held at the Houghton Golf Club on 25. 01. 2017. The function was well attended and supported by the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China’s …

The National School of Arts students performing a contemporary dance at the 2017 Spring Festival which was hosted by the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Johannesburg. The Spring festival, commonly known as the Chinese New Year, is commemorated annually during this time of the year according …

Rhulani Safari Lodge in the North West province, Chitwa Chitwa Private Game Lodge in Mpumalanga and Fancourt in the Western Cape were named the world’s best luxury bush lodge, best luxury game lodge and best luxury golf resort, respectively. It was a true battle of the great South African game …

The new bulkdeal.co.za website launched by Simpweb recently, is shaping the modern ways of wholesaling for Southern Africa’s trade businesses. The website is a top-notch online wholesale business-to-business supplier for retailers and bulk buyers of the latest clothing, appliances, electronics and other innovative products in the market. They lead the industry …

Wholesaling has evolved over the years and has truly hit it big with retailers and bulk buyers having options to contrast their stock early on the internet. In the modern information age, bulk buyers are able to first inspect stock at the comfort of their businesses before deciding on any …

Simpweb has launched its first ever new e-commerce website to enable bulk buyers an innovative way of doing business cost efficiently. Bukdeal.co.za was recently launched as a wholesale stock ordering platform with various ranges of products including trendy fashion styles, modern electronics and innovative appliances. The website is reliable and …

Professor Li Renzhen, Deputy Director of Zhigong Party of Hubei Province in China, visited the cooperation centre of South African Chinese Police in Cyrildene last weekend. The Professor received a warm welcome from Director Wu Shaokang and Deputy Director Chen Yunsheng who then briefed him about the landscape of South Africa. …

Africa Hub team, Vincent Dai and Clint Ferreira, visited the offices of the Black Business Council (BBC) in Joburg last Friday to establish working relations. Dai and Ferreira were met by BBC executives Zitha Dube and Sindiswa Mzamo to share ideas within the business sector. The team was afforded an …

Huanchun Li, Vice President of Guangdong Overseas Friendship Association paid a courtesy visit to the Chinese Community Policing Forum (CPF) in Cyrildene on November 19. Guangdong People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (Guangdong Friendship Association in short), is a non-governmental organization at provincial level and an organization member of …

Staff at China Southern Africa Expo and Trade Centre in partnership with the Light House Development Institute (LEDI) will conduct a roadshow next week in Soweto to inform the public about the grand opening of the Africa Hub. Africa Hub is a new initiative by the centre and its partners …

China Trader Expo are proudly partnering with LEDI (Lighthouse Economic Development Institute). We were invited by SABC2 Morning live show to talk about the Soweto indaba and partnership with China Trader Expo 9-12NOV. China Trader Expo is the first expo in Johannesburg for South Africans to showcase their products and services to …

The Rubicon SAFW AW17 show featured  bespoke jewellery from designer Angela Yeung’s company Impilo Collection. Angela used African and Asian inspired lotus patterns which were crafted using a laser inscription technique on various organic metals like copper and gold. The collaboration between the two designers was a huge success.

The Annual Family day was held at the Hong Ning Chinese Aged Home in Belgravia, Johannesburg on Sunday 4th September 2016. The event was hosted by The Chinese Association (Gauteng).   The Family day was a huge success as many families came to offer their support, theses included special guests …

Monte Casino Ballroom came alive on Saturday when the masquerade ball was hosted. Exquisite gowns and tuxedo’s filled the venue to its maximum capacity. Mind-blowing bands took the attendees by storm with their well-composed songs that were played at the ball.   What is a ball without style taking over? …

On the 20th of August 2016, a high tea was held at the CSIR Convention Centre in Pretoria to celebrate women and people living with diabetes. The Bongi Ngema-Zuma foundation was founded in the year of 2010. The vision of the foundation is to see a South Africa where diabetes …

On the 16th of August 2016 the Shunde Restaurant was the venue to bid farewell to the former Police Liaison Officer Li Hongbo. Consular Wang Zhigang took to the podium to wish him the best for his future endeavours and introduced the new Police Liaison Officer – Mr. Li Weinan. …

The ninth China – Africa Youth Exchange program kicked off in Kenya on the 10th August 2016. This year’s event saw a turning tide in the attendance. Approximately 50 college and university students attended with their lectures from China and Kenya, The event was held in Nairobi.   One of …

China launched the world’s first quantum-enabled satellite in the early morning hours of Tuesday, marking the first step in building a space-based quantum communications network that is virtually uncrackable. The 631-kg satellite, which is named after the ancient Chinese philosopher and scientist Micius, lifted off at 1:40 am atop a …

More than 20 million new drivers fill up the streets of China per annum, making China the leading country with the number of new registered drivers. In this sense traffic jams reach its toll with more air pollution suffocating the air and more vehicles flood the road on a daily …

Universities from mainland China have broken into a global top 100 index in an annual ranking for the first time as Harvard retained its No 1 spot for the 14th consecutive year. China’s prestigious Tsinghua University was 58th, beating Peking University in 71st place, in the Academic Ranking of World Universities compiled …

Each and every year just like any other country, China has certain celebrations throughout the year to be thanking to Mother Nature. When it comes to December on the 12th – the day just becomes totally different as the winter solstice takes over the day.   What is the Winter …

At just 42 years old – Din Yan from China has defied all odds by running an astounding 6 marathons in a year in 6 different countries, making her the first woman to complete the marathons in Southwest China’s Sichuan province.   Din, who has competed in countries such as Berlin, Chicago, …

In celebration of CANSA month, the Chinese Association for Women hosted their inaugural charity walk event in order to give empowerment and hope to those living with CANCER and underprivileged.    In relevance, CANSA’s main purpose is to lead the fight against cancer in South Africa. Its mission is to be the …

The Ekurhuleni Captains of Industry Forum (ECOIF) gathered at the Mercedes Benz Dealership by the East Rand Mall to offer recognition to Dawie Roodt’s Sake-Beeld 2016 Economist award. The event offered COIF members the chance to pick the top economists brain on various business issues. Mr Roodt spoke about entrepreneurs and business people taking …

The Free State Fujian Overseas Chinese Association had a busy Mandela day this year. They started the day off by handing out food parcels and blankets to the elderly Metsimaholo community members at 2016 Nelson Mandela Day Donation Ceremony. The elderly men and women were hosted a the local community …

The NFonline team were invited to follow the Free State Fujian Overseas Chinese Association for their 2016 Nelson Mandela Day Donation Ceremony at the Kamohelo Centre for Disabled Children in Sasolburg. The event was spearheaded by Mr Jimmy Shi, Chairman of the Free State Fujian Overseas Chinese Association and Mr Yang Peidong, …

Nanhua Temple had a “Bathing Buddha Ceremony” in Bruma Oriental City on 7 May 2016. The Ceremony was held to Celebrate the Buddha’s Birthday and Mother’s day. Over a hundred followers attended the Ceremony. The ritual of ‘bathing the Buddha’ is conducted every year on Buddha’s birthday. This practice has …

Southern Africa Minnan Chamber of Commerce The Southern Africa Minnan Chamber of Commerce celebrated their first anniversary in style at Carnival City, Johannesburg. The anniversary highlighted the numerous amount of work that have been done by the Southern Africa Minnan Chamber of Commerce. Most of their outreaches and work they …

On Saturday, the Ji Nan delegation from China arrived in South Africa, receiving a great reception as people anticipated their arrival. The delegation was hosted by the Shandong Association in Bedfordview, Johannesburg. The delegation were honored to meet Vice consular general Yang Peidong and have him among the audience and …

Making Poverty History seminar was held in Turfontein at Wembley Stadium to discuss means that the public can uplift themselves and reduce poverty in the society. Making Poverty History was an initiative that saw Jozi SME Hub, City of Johannesburg, and the African National Congress Women’s League (ANCWL). The aim …

South African Shunde Friendship Association On Sunday 13 March, 2016 the South African Shunde Friendship Association held their 7th Inauguration at Carnival City in Johannesburg. They celebrated their existence and their outstanding achievements that has seen them grow since they were formed. The guest speakers included: consular general Mr Yang …

Africa Chinese Women Association (ACWA) held their 10th Anniversary celebration on a widely celebrated day, International Women’s Day, on March 8, 2016 at Carnival City in Johannesburg. ACWA’s special guest and close friend MRS Bongi Ngema-Zuma outlined the good work that ACWA has achieved, collaborating with Department of health, Education, …

Chinese twins from St John’s College; JACK HUANG & THOMAS HUANG, received Silver Medals in the 2016 South Africa Schools Rowing Championships last week and have excelled in Rowing competitions since they began in the sport. The Chinese twins who fall beneath the Under16 age group competed in three competitions …

2nd Chinese culture saloon The 2nd Chinese culture saloon was held this week by the Xinzhi books store that is committed to enhancing education in all spheres. On Tuesday the book store in Cyrildene held their 2nd culture saloon where they showcased various books and culture lessons taken from leaders around the …

Chinese companies have always been present in Africa; here and there we saw some booming and competing with strong African companies but in the last 2000’s Africa have definitely seen a rise in Chinese companies. The past five to 10 years, as the Asian superpower rose, their investors branched out …

On 20 february, 2016 the The Huaxin Chinese School held their open day ceremony to show parents and community members how the school operates and what they have achieved. The Huaxin Chinese School ceremony showed the importance of Chinese schools in South Africa as the Chinese community keeps on increasing. …

Chinese members urged to attend Unity, Non-racialism and Democracy march Unity, Non-racialism and Democracy march will take place on Friday, February 19 to rebuild South Africa’s “rainbow nation” spirit that the country is know for. All Chinese members in Johannesburg and Pretoria are urged to stand up against racism and inequality …

The beauty in Cultures of China Cultures of China were showcased at the Spring Festival celebration held on Monday February 15, 2016 at Emperors Palace in Kempton Park, Johannesburg. The Spring Festival was hosted by various Chinese Community leaders including the All Africa Peace Association, Chinese Community Police Forum (CPF) …

Chinese New Year Event On Saturday, February 13, a Chinese New Year event will be held in Cyrildene, Johannesburg. The members of the ChinaTown Johannesburg Community Committee wish all friends in South Africa could come and join them in celebrating the Lunar New Year. According to the Chinese calendar, the …

The Chinese Spring Festival travel rush has begun, ahead of the Lunar New Year. The travel rush is one of the “greatest annual human migrations on Earth”. According to travelling research in China, this year is showing different travelling trends amongst the Chinese nationals. Usually the younger working and studying nationals …

On January 28, 2016 the University of Johannesburg hosted representatives from China to officially launch a Confucius Institute at the University-an initiative which is aimed to open various different doors in the South Africa-China partnership. The Nanjing Tech University partnered with UJ to bring Mandarin teaching, exchange programs, cultural exchanges …

Chinese community will be celebrating the Chinese New Year in old Chinatown in Johannesburg on Saturday January 30, 2016. This year the Chinese New Year’s main organisers are the Chinese Association of Gauteng in partnership with the Johannesburg’s First Chinatown Association. According to the Chinese calendar, the Chinese New Year …

Embracing China was a huge gathering by various Chinese companies and organisations ahead of the Spring Festival. The event was in celebration of Chinese people. Embracing China was held at the Gold Reef City Casino in Johannesburg on 22 January 2016 where various performances and key note speakers kept the …

Members of the Jiang Su delegation provincial police department in China visited the  (CPF) in Cyrildene, Johannesburg earlier this morning. They held talks about the crime statistics, particularly those in the Chinese community. Members from the Jiang Su delegation provincial department shared ideas on how to improve crime and policing …

Shandong Jinan delegation received a warm reception in Bedfordview, Johannesburg Tuesday evening. The delegation was celebrating achievements the Chinese community in Johannesburg has achieved and for uplifting their people. Shandong Jinan delegation was accompanied by the Deputy General Counselor Mr Yang Peidong and General Counselor Mia.  

On Friday, a Chinese Delegation from the Guandong Province visited Stellar Mall in Crown Mines, Johannesburg. The delegation received a tour of the mall and an update on how the mall is becoming a trading base for South Africa and Guangdong Province. The Chinese Delegation was from the ANC PBF …

A delegation of the South Africa and China Women’s Forum, All-China Women’s Federation (ACWF) and African Chinese Women’s Association jointly held a cultural exchange gathering in Johannesburg on November 29. The event was one of a series of activities marking the Year of China in South Africa, organized by both …

Yi Li Da SA Manufacturing opened their business to the public on Friday when they held their ceremony to officially launch their business. The Yi Li Da Manufacturing began in China but saw it necessary to manufacture from South Africa because of the high demand of the blankets they produce. …

After a brutal murder and rape case in Malvern about 200, mainly Chinese, marched to the Cleveland Police Station on Tuesday morning to deliver a memorandum. The march began from the murder and rape site on St Frusquin Street. The memorandum was then handed over to the station commander where …

On Friday, 11 December 2015, the Chinese Community and Policy Co-operation (CCPCC) held their year-end function in Cyrildene, Johannesburg. The Chairman of CCPCC Mr Wu Shaokang showcased every achievement and hurdle they’ve came across in 2015. The CCPCC assisted in 376 cases within the Chinese community. The CCPCC works alongside …

Members of the Chinese community in Johannesburg have rallied together in protest against a recent rape and murder in Malvern, the Cleveland Community Police Forum said at the weekend. “On 7 December  a Chinese family was attacked and robbed by criminals.  The 63-year-old son was brutally murdered and his 85-year-old …

An 85-year-old woman was raped and her 63-year-old son was shot dead during a robbery in St Fransquin Street in Malvern yesterday. The Cleveland SAPS spokesperson, Constable Mpho Mashakane, said two men, one armed with a firearm, held the pair at gunpoint. “They tied the woman up, held the man at gunpoint and ransacked the …

Stellar Mall Group held a business conference and a signing ceremony with a Chinese furniture delegation group at Stellar Mall in Crown Mines, Johannesburg. The two groups signed a partnership deal that would see Stellar Mall grow in business and also benefit the Chinese company as they will have a …

When you work with people, you should make an effort to learn their language, says Chinese businessman Gui Weng. Weng, of Pietermaritzburg, who arrived in South Africa about 10 years ago when he was just 19 to help his brother run his business, practises what he preaches. He speaks pitch-perfect …

China’s First Lady Peng Liyuan, who is accompanying her husband on a visit to Zimbabwe, toured the Grace Mugabe Children’s Home.

Students of China-Mozambique Friendship Primary School cheer in classroom in Pemba, Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique, on Nov. 13, 2015. The China-Mozambique Friendship Primary School, opening for enrollment in March this year, is one of China’s aid projects in Mozambique.

A delegation from Hebei City visited the Gauteng Investment Centre (GIC) in Sandton, Johannesburg on November 17 where they discussed investment opportunities available in Gauteng. The delegation, led by Mr Yang Yong, Vice Chairman of Foreign Culture Exchange Association of Hebei, asked about the different types of investment opportunities that …

The Wildlife Conservation Youth Forum was held on November 17 in Tswane between the Ministry of State Forestry Administration of the People’s Republic of China and the Department of Environmental Affairs of the Republic of South Africa. Deputy Minister of State Forestry Administration of the People’s Republic of China Mr …

South Africa and Chinese industries signed a trade and partnership agreement that cemented future business ventures between the two countries. Zhongshan Municipality People’s Government organised the signing ceremony that will build a network among businesses and empower each other in their areas of interest. The Zhongshan Bureu of Commerce, Zhongshan …

On November 7, 2015 the Overseas Chinese World Conference for Promoting Peaceful Reunification of China was held at Gold Reef City where various South African members of parliament, Mozambique parliamentary leaders and Chinese Business leaders were present. South African Telecommunications Minister  SIyabonga Cwele delivered his remarks at the Overseas Chinese …

Overseas Chinese Affairs Office led by the Vice Minister Mr Tan Tian Xing, met with the Chinese Community leaders in Cyrildene, Johannesburg on November 07, 2015. The delegation arrived at the Chinese CPF where they were welcomed by the Chinese community representatives and business leaders. They were updated on how …

A YOUNG overseas pilot, killed when his aircraft plunged into the Port Elizabeth Airport perimeter fence, was part of a George-based international training programme to fly commercial aircraft. Chinese national Qianlong “Jerome” Zhang, 23, was killed while attempting to make an emergency landing minutes after taking off at 1pm on …

The Chinese Embassy donated food and blanket packages to more than 200 seniors in Soweto on Oct. 30 in cooperation with the local Chinese community.

The Chinese community donated R100 000 to the family of their employee who lost his life in the line of duty. Mrs Khumalo and their son were invited to the Chinese Community Police Forum’s offices in Cyrildene were the cheque was presented to them. The money was raised by the …

The launch of the Heavy Truck Accessories Product was held at the Shunde Restaurant in Cyrildene on Tuesday, highlighting an industry that has many opportunities yet it is hardly explored. The Heavy Truck Accessories Product was organised by the Jinan, Shandong Province and the Government Economic and Trade Delegation. The …

Nelson Mandela Bay Chinese Community Police Forum Inauguration and South African Business Society Inauguration held their joint inauguration ceremony on October 25 in Port Elizabeth. The event received a massive crowd that helped the two associations celebrate in style. The event was graced with the presence of the Chairman of …

A delegation from the Chinese Police Department from Fujian China led by Mr Xia Gang, visited the South African Chinese Community and Police Cooperation centre in Johannesburg this week. The Chinese Community Police Forum Chairman Mr Wu Shaokang welcomed the delegation and introduced them to various Chinese Community Associations, particularly …

On September 28th, Cape Town Mr. Dan Plato, Minister of Community Safety of the Western Cape Provincial Government, visited the family of the Chinese victim who was shot dead in a robbery at China Town, Ottery on September 20th. Mr. Dan Plato expressed his condolences to the family and swore …

The Vice General Consular Yang Peidong visited a Chinese Shopping centre in Johannesburg this week to warn them about safety and security measures as the festive season approaches. Mr Peidong also visited quite a number of Chinese Shopping centres in the Johannesburg area and also stopped by the ESS Chinese …

On October 20 the JMPD from the Cleveland held a meeting with the Chinese Community Police Forum, Chinese Business Forum and Residence Forum. The Councillor of the Cyrildene area was also present. The meeting was organised by the residence forum after a number of concerns were raised in the area …

The anniversary of the Founding of South Africa Chinese Community and Police Co-Operation Centre North West Province Branch was held in Rusternburg, North West on Sunday. The event was combined with the 10th Anniversary of the Founding of Southern Africa North West Province Fujian Overseas Chinese Association. The event celebrated …

  Friday the 16th October 2015 suspects attempted a heist posing as a delivery van thus gaining entry onto the premises. They proceeded towards the unit they were targeting and attacked the occupants gaining what they wanted. On their escape Lions Gate Security were alerted and then went into pursuit …

The Chinese CPF received a report from a Chinese national that his family was being detained and investigated by Home Affairs at OR Tambo International Airport. The Chinese CPF found that the detainee’s current visa did not reflect on the system which led to Home Affairs being suspicious. The Chinese …

The Johannesburg Chinese Community Police Forum has received a visitor from the Guangdong Federation of Returned Overseas office in China on Tuesday. Ms Wang visited the office for the time yesterday and after she took a tour around the building, seeing the pictures and awards given to the Chinese CPF, …

Weihai Municipal Bureau of Commerce and the Shandong Overseas Association of Southern Africa held an Investment and Trade Fair at Emperors Palace on Tuesday 12. Trade, economics and partnership were at the forefront of the Weihai (South African) Investment and Trade Fair Overseas Chinese gathering, with the speakers all discussing …

The 8th Conference of the World Guangdong Community Federation and the 2nd World Congress of Guangdong Overseas Chinese Youth was held October 5-7th in Sydney, Australia. Over 2000 guests attended the event including representatives from the Australian and Chinese governments, Australian Chinese community, South African Chinese Community and various other …

    On Monday the Bank of China, Johannesburg branch, announced that they will be launching a Chinese Golf Club as of the month of October. The Chinese golf club will have a minimum intake in the first few months. More details will be given about the golf club and …

A Chinese owned Fashion Store was burned down in Witbank, Mpumalanga on September 24, 2015. The fire started in the Fashion Store and later spread to other stores. A total of  four stores burned down and they all belong to the same owner. Fortunately no one was injured in the …

A Preparatory Committee of South Africa ChongQing Chamber of Commerce was founded in Johannesburg in September. The purpose of the Commerce office is to a middle man between the ChongQing nationals in China and Johannesburg, South Africa. This can be anything related to the two cities, from culture, business and …

A Chinese business owner had his life threatened by his employees after demanding a wage increase. The employees are dissatisfied with their pay at the manufacturing company and decided to protest in the streets of Ekangala, Mpumalanga. The strike lasted for a long time leading because of no settlement or …

The Chinese Community Police Forum Mpumalanga branch held their 2nd inauguration ceremony on the September 20  in Middleburg, Emalahleni. Mr Chen Fuzhou was selected as the Chairman of the Mpumalanga Chinese CPF for the second time running. He vowed to continue uniting the community and give his undying support to …

The Chinese Community Police Forum received a report on six armed robbers at a Supermarket owned by a Chinese national in Mamelodi on September 29. The owner of the supermarket defended himself by opening fire, shot dead two of the robbers. Two of suspects managed to get away whilst the …

Beijing Photo Exhibition Week was held in Pretoria, as part of the “Year in China in South Africa”. The exhibition was organised by Beijing Association for Cultural Exchange as part of a way to introducing China to South Africa. The purpose of the exhibition was to show case the “rich …

A celebration in honour of “The 66th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China” was held at Emperors Palace on Friday. The event was organised by the South Africa Chinese language of Education Foundation in association with the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China. The importance …

A soccer and netball tournament was held at the Mayfair grounds on Wednesday as part of the SAPS crime prevention campaign amongst teenagers. The crime prevention campaign was organised by the Johannesburg Police Services who came together with the Chinese Community Police Forum who bought trophies and medals for the …

The power of embracing one another’s heritage makes South Africa a stronger nation. Whether you are Nguni, Indian or Chinese, celebrating culture always makes people proud of where they come from and leaves South Africa blossoming as a “Rainbow Nation”. The Shenzhen Foreign Affairs Office of the People’s Government Federation …

South Africa, a home filled with fascinating citizens, known for its “Ubuntu spirit” and diversity having 11 official languages. The culture mix consists of the Nguni’s (Zulu, Swati, Ndebele, and Xhosa), Sotho, Tswana, Pedi (Northern Sotho), Venda, Tsonga, English and Afrikaans. Then there are the Chinese, Indians and Europeans. Each …

Four armed men stormed China Mall complex in Ottery, Cape Town and shot dead a 73 year old business man who was declared on the scene. The victim is from Heilongjiang Province of China. He sells luggage in the China Town. The suspect was shot in the head and “was declared …

In celebration of the Year of China in South Africa, The Hunan week will be held in Cape Town from September 21-25 2015 show casing some of the Province’s most unique attractions that set them apart from the rest of China and the rest of the world. The event will …

The Houjie Furniture Line of Foreign Trade held a presentation in Cyrildene on Wednesday as part of their tour around the world. The presentation showcased their manufacturing hub in the Dongguan City and their different styles of furniture. The guests were very surprised to hear that the entire province is …

The Chinese Community visited Hong Ning Chinese Aged Home in support of their event and to raise funds for the old age home. The event was open to the public and also has organisations like; All Africa Association for Peaceful Reunification of China, Bank of China, Tzu Chi Foundation and …

The Counsellor General has served the Cape Town Embassy for three years, beginning in June 2012. He leaves with a couple of achievements under his belt like building good communication systems between the Chinese CPF office in the Eastern Cape and the South African Police services in that region. He …

China beckons to 53 scholarship recipients, who have landed an opportunity to study in the eastern nation. They were excited about the chance, they said at a pre-departure orientation yesterday at Unisa (University of South Africa) in Pretoria.The Department of Higher Education and Training receives scholarships from various foreign governments …

A high tea fundraising was held in Pretoria on Saturday by the Bongi-Ngema Zuma Foundation in order to raise funds towards fighting diabetes. Health was at the spotlight of the high tea, with Dr Gwen Ramakgopa giving health tips for women. Founder of the event Dr Bongi Ngema-Zuma comes from …

The largest Chinese-language bookstore in Africa opened this week in Johannesburg where Xinzhi Books aims to serve the city’s large and growing Chinese immigrant population  

In the fight against crime, woman abuse and recent increase in police killings the South African Police Services from Bedfordview, Cleveland and a few from Germistion marched from Eastgate Shopping Mall to the Bedfordview police station on Friday 21 August. The Chinese CPF supported the march and occasionally tried joining …

The Chinese association held their annual 70th anniversary of victory of China’s Anti-Japanese Aggression War during WWI on Sunday at Emperors Palace, Johannesburg. The event had more than 300 guests with Jimmy Shi from the South African Free State Fujian Overseas Chinese Association (SAFOCH), Mr Li Song from the Chinese embassy …

The Chinese association held their annual 70th anniversary celebration of victory of China’s Anti-Japanese Aggression War during WWII on Saturday in China Mall, Johannesburg. The event was graced with the presence of the first lady of South Africa Mrs Bongekile Zuma who happens to be close with the Chinese Associations. …

Chinese orchestra light’s up the stage As 2015 is the year of China in South Africa, the SA-China People’s Friendship Association Troupen and SA Chinese Language Education Foundation saw it fit to bring the Shanghai Yangpu Children’s Palace Student’s Art Troupe to the country and brace us with their symphonic …

The event was celebrated in style at the restaurant in down town Cyrildene. The event was graced with the presence of Chinese CPF members, Consular Generals from the Johannesburg district including Consular-General Mia and colonels from the SAPS office including Colonel Steers and Mkhwanazi.  Alison Claire Roberts from the Cleveland …

The Chinese Community Police Forum was graced by the presence of Xu Weizhong, Director and Research professor from the Institute of African Studies on Thursday. Mr Weizhong was accompanied by his colleagues from the China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations (CICIR).They were coming to study and identify the cultural changes …

Consul-General Dr Sun Dali, Consul-General Jiao and Consul-General Mai visited the South African Chinese Education Foundation at the Great Wall Palace on Thursday in discussion of Chinese schooling in South Africa. The seating dedicated at highlighting issues surrounding Chinese education in South Africa saw the presence of many senior members …

Employees of China-Africa Development Fund and Hisense Group visited children’s village in Johannesburg the day before Nelson Mandela International Day.  

On July 17th, Minister of the Chinese Embassy Li Song joined Foreign Minister Mashabane and other diplomatic envoys in “International Nelson Mandela Day” activities in Winterveldt.

In honouring the late Nelson Mandela, the South African Chinese CPF donated their 67 Minutes to the The Dewetshoff Retirement Village, showering the pensioners with food parcels for each and every one of them. According to the Chinese CPF chairperson Mr NG (吴少康), the organisation and community of Cyrildene were …

A group of seven men who were caught on camera robbing three people in a car on the M2 on-ramp in Crown Mines, have been arrested, Gauteng police said on Wednesday. The men were arrested in Midrand, Alexandra and Ga-Rankuwa in the early hours of Wednesday morning, spokesperson Lieutenant-Colonel Katlego …

The South African Chinese CPF received a visit on Thursday 24 July 2015 from members of the Consulate General of the PRC in their new offices on Marcia Street, Johannesburg commending them on with the work they do. Consular Generals from the Johannesburg office; Dr Sun Dali, Mai X, Jian …

The Chinese CPF met on 24 July 2015 to arrange the 6th inauguration of its council members. The inauguration will be hosted on the 08 August 2015 at 30 Derrick Avenue Cyrildene. The local government officer, police station commander, Chinese embassy representatives, Chinese Consul General and members of the Chinese …

The South African Free State Fujian Overseas Chinese Association (SAFOCH) along with the Free State South African Police Service (SAPS) celebrated their 67 minutes International Mandela Day by donating food parcels and blankets to the elderly of the Thaba Nchu region.               The event …

“South Africans in China”, a 12-part documentary, was released in Beijing on Wednesday, to celebrate 2015 the Year of China in South Africa and to enhance friendship and understanding between the two peoples. The documentary focuses on the life of 12 South Africans living in China, who are; hotel founders, …

By Vincent Dai, 26 June 2015 Christmas in July took place at the Tarlton Thusong service centre where the Southern Africa Chinese Industry and Commerce Federation donated the amount of R120 000,00 of goods to 521 pupils from the Tarlton Intermediate School.  The station commander LT Col Molefi welcomed the entire guest for …

19 June 2015 Thembekile Sibiya   Johannesburg- The ANC Sub Branch, SA Chinese with the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, held a donation ceremony at Bovet Primary School in Alexandra township, where they donated 68 school uniforms and stationery to the learners. Bovet Primary School has 1695 learners from grade …

22 June 2015 Johannesburg- The people of China Council JHB bid farewell to one of their staff members Mr Zou Baoliang(左宝良领事）. Mr Baoliang was the general Councillor safety officer within the Johannesburg Department. He has been working for the People of China Council JHB, for 6 years as the safety …

Cape Town Chinese Community Police Forum holds the Second Chinese Language Training Course for SAPS On 5th March, the opening ceremony of the Second Chinese Language Training Course for SAPS was held at the office of Cape Town Chinese Community Police Forum. Consul Genera Liang Shugen, Mr Wang Zhigang, Police …

One of Johannesburg city council Michael Sun attended a charity drive in Lovry Park on 6 may 2015 along with the Fort Sun lawyers, members of the Chinese community, South African and China Yiwu International Commodities Wu Bin, and the president of the Chamber of Commerce.    A donation event …

On the 6th June, 2015, was the opening of the Workers Museum in Johannesburg, where the opening exhibition was “Integration and staggered” art exhibition. Among the 300 attendees of  the event were; Zheng the Cultural Councilor of the Chinese Embassy, General Council Sun Dali of the China in Johannesburg Consulate, …

The Chinese embassy in South Africa has been working closely with local police to ensure the safety of its citizens in the country. “The Chinese embassy in South Africa has attached great importance to protecting the life and property of Chinese nationals and overseas Chinese. We immediately made representations to …

30th May 2015 around 4pm, a Chinese was robbed near the downtown in Johannesburg. The camera on his vehicle captured the terrified scene.

A Chinese gentleman, Chen Yanqing (35) was shot and killed during a robbery in Bethel, Mpumalanga province. Another gentleman a Chinese gangster was also wounded and is currently being treated in hospital in Johannesburg which is 150km away. Yanqing Chen was found in his clothing in the 5th June, 2015 …

A Chinese Cultural performance dubbed the Confucius Institute Performance Tour was staged Friday in St. Andrew’s College, South Africa. By showcasing the Chinese Dancing, Martial Arts and Singing, the performance which upholds the theme of China Africa connection gained a burst of applause in spreading Chinese culture and stepping up …

President Jacob Zuma has paid tribute to Chinese people in South Africa for their role in the country’s diverse population and their contribution to its economy. He was speaking at the opening of a Chinese Community Arch, east of Johannesburg.

Five men posting as Police officers attempted to hijack a Chinese couple outside a Nursery school. There was shots fired but nobody was hurt. Some of the parents stepped in the help the lady as they thought she was being assaulted by police officers. To their surprise they almost ended …

A paradox exists between the growing presence and the continued invisibility of Chinese migrants in South Africa, a study revealed on Tuesday. A paradox exists between the growing presence and the continued invisibility of Chinese migrants in South Africa, a study revealed on Tuesday. “Despite having arrived as mineworkers in …

Federation of Chinese women across Africa were invited to attend Nepal earthquake charity donations On the 14th of May 2015, the Federation of Nepal SA hosted a fundraising event for the earthquake which took place in Nepal April 2015. The fundraising event was held in one of Johannesburg Indian restaurant …

On the 1st of June, the Chinese Consulate General in Johannesburg, South Africa donated blankets, bags, clothing and food worth nearly 35 million rand (about 180,000 yuan) to a South African Soweto school area of Emdeni. It is reported that, from 2004 onward, the Consulate General in South Africa has been …

On May 31, the Chinese Embassy held “Celebrating International Children’s Day-Children Fun Games” in the Embassy. Over 80 children and parents from the Chinese Embassy and Chinese Consulate General in Johannesburg participated in the games. All of the kids enjoyed a wonderful and joyful day.