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Confucius Institute
Apr 9, 20232 min read
A New Chapter Begins: From Cape Town to Zhejiang, Embracing Change with Gratitude and Courage
The student in question had put in an incredible amount of effort to make her dream of studying at a Chinese university a reality. She...
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Confucius Institute
Apr 9, 20232 min read
Rhythms of the Rainbow Nation: A Spectacular Dance Extravaganza in Cape Town Company Gardens
Get ready, Cape Town! On the 20th of April, the city's most vibrant and electrifying South African local dancers will take centre stage...
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Confucius Institute
Apr 3, 20232 min read
Marching to Diversity: A Month of Learning and Cultural Exchange at the Institute
In March, the Institute engaged in various activities and events, providing students and staff with diverse learning and cultural...
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Confucius Institute
Apr 1, 20231 min read
Empowering Tomorrow: Unleashing the Potential of Youth for a Brighter Future
We were delighted to announce the "Youth: Gathering the Power of Youth to Create a Better Future" webinar on Friday, 31st March 2023, at...
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Confucius Institute
Mar 28, 20232 min read
The Art and Science of Tea: The Path to Becoming a Tea Master
Have you ever heard of a "tea master"? It might sound like something out of a fantasy novel, but it's a real profession with a rich...
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Confucius Institute
Mar 28, 20232 min read
Spreading Chinese Culture and Language: UWC's Confucius Institute
The University of the Western Cape's Confucius Institute is committed to promoting the Chinese language and culture to the broader...
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Confucius Institute
Mar 28, 20231 min read
From UWC to China: One Student's Journey to Master Chinese Medicine
The decision to pursue a master's degree in Chinese medicine is exciting and challenging, and for one UWC student, it has taken her to...
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Confucius Institute
Mar 28, 20231 min read
Our classes started!
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is excited to announce the commencement of Chinese (Mandarin) classes for students and staff....
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Confucius Institute
Mar 28, 20231 min read
Prof Bu - China and Global Governance
We want to invite all those interested in China and Global Governance to join us in an online workshop hosted by the University of the...
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Confucius Institute
Mar 28, 20231 min read
Tai Chi Chuan and Baduanjin?
Chinese medicine recognizes the importance of exercise to promote health and wellness. It views exercise as a physical activity and a way...
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Confucius Institute
Mar 28, 20231 min read
Dr Yang, now a SA Chinese Medicine Doctor
Dr Yang is a renowned rehabilitation specialist and Chinese medicine doctor practising in the Zhejiang Province of China. She has...
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Confucius Institute
Mar 28, 20231 min read
"Feel the pulse" by Dr Yang
Dr Yang provided the local Chinese community with a unique medical service in honour of Women's Day on March 8th called "pulse diagnosis"...
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Confucius Institute
Mar 28, 20231 min read
Women's Day - A day of celebration
At UWC CI, we also celebrated Women's Day by honouring Ms Lin and Dr Yang, along with a special guest from outside the university who...
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Confucius Institute
Mar 11, 20231 min read
Movie night
The Wandering Earth 2 movie was released on Friday, the 10th of March, 2023, in South Africa. CI of UWC and other Mandarin learning and...
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Confucius Institute
Jan 23, 20231 min read
Our teachers were on the news!
During the 21-25 November 2022, our teachers attended the BRICS bloc in the New Era of Development. South Africa Broadcasting Corporation...
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Confucius Institute
Jan 23, 20231 min read
The year of the rabbit
The Lunar Chinese New Year was on the 22 January, making the 21st New Year's Evening. Dr Iris Wu and Dr Benjimin Zeng, two directors of...
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Confucius Institute
Jan 13, 20231 min read
Consulate-General of the People's Republic of China in Cape Town - Spring Festival Celebration
As you may know, the Chinese New Year is only 22 January 2023, not 01 January 2023. The Consulate-General of the People's Republic of...
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Confucius Institute
Dec 31, 20221 min read
Hello 2023, goodbye 2022!
Dear teachers and students It has been three years since the Confucius Institute at UWC was launched before the COVID-19 pandemic. CI is...
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Confucius Institute
Dec 14, 20221 min read
Holiday holiday holday ~
It has been a while since we had heard of international travel, more so for the Chinese in South Africa. Dr Yang is leaving for China...
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Confucius Institute
Nov 29, 20222 min read
BRICS Summer School - Durban 2022
Dr Yang, from UWC CI, was invited to participate in the BRICS Summer School South Africa, The BRICS bloc in the New Era of Development....
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