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Zawya
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Zawya
Chinese Embassy in Rwanda Held the 5th Chinese Bridge-Chinese Show for Foreign Primary School Students
On June 1st , Chargé d'affaires a.i. Mme. LIN Hang, attended the 5th Chinese Bridge-Chinese Show for Foreign Primary School Students. The event drew more than 200 attendees, including the Mayor of Musanze in Rwanda's Northern Province, the Founder and Principal of the Wisdom School Musanze, representatives from the Confucius Institute in Rwanda, and Chinese language enthusiasts. Chargé d'affaires a.i. Mme. LIN Hang began by extending warm wishes to all students for a joyful International Children's Day on June 1st. She commended the Wisdom School Musanze for its unwavering commitment to promoting the Chinese language and traditional Chinese Lin said that the Chinese Bridge-Chinese Show is not only a language competition, but also a bridge of China and Rwanda connecting hearts and minds. She further encouraged the students to aim high, step beyond their comfort zones, embrace continuous learning and self-challenging, draw inspiration from these two great civilizations, and empower themselves to become pillars of our shared future and goodwill ambassadors forging bonds between our peoples. The Mayorof Musanze, Claudien NSENGIMANA, underscored the particular importance of learning Chinese. He encouraged students to delve deeper into their study and research, seize emerging opportunities, and work together to forge a brighter future of Rwanda and China. Centered on the theme "Chinese Joy & Fun," the students shared their personal connections to China in Chinese, and showcased their love for Chinese culture by performances of singing, dancing, drama and martial arts. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Rwanda.
The Citizen
29-05-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Training authority believes this sector could be key to jobs and economic growth
Mkhwanazi said those wishing to start their own businesses were 'equipped with the skills' they needed. As South Africa's soaring unemployment numbers reach 32.9%, with youth joblessness standing at 62.4%, the Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&RSETA) is bullish about having waged an effective skills development initiative in the sector. With the W&RSETA having over the past two years sent three groups of graduates and entrepreneurs to Egypt, Turkey and China for training, beneficiaries will on Thursday hold a feedback presentation on the impact the international programmes have had in changing their lives. The skills development programmes include: The Chinese Culture and International Exchange Cross Border E-commerce project, budgeted at R23 million. W&RSETA-Elaraby Egypt TVET College appliance repair programme, budgeted for R2.3 million. Fashion Designers Turkey project, based in the country's capital Istanbul, budgeted for R680 000. 'The number of programmes that we have as a Seta, the impact has been huge – people either getting employed or starting thriving enterprises. 'We empower them with the skills so that they get employed – dealing with the issue of youth unemployment that we have in the country,' said W&RSETA CEO Tom Mkhwanazi. Encouraging entrepreneurship Mkhwanazi said those wishing to start their own businesses were 'equipped with the skills'. 'The reporting taking place in Sandton on Thursday, will largely focus on three international programmes that we have been involved in. 'These including the International Leadership Development Programme, which we have been running since 2009. 'This has benefitted more than 5 000 senior and executive leaders, with our role being to equip senior managers, especially those who are previously disadvantaged, giving them skills to thrive and become leaders in the sector. 'This also closes the existing skills gap, especially with senior managers who lack crucial skills, broaden their mindset and open up opportunities for them,' explained Mkhwanazi. ALSO READ: The dark picture of youth unemployment in South Africa He said the programme was conducted in collaboration with the University of Cape Town and Gibbs. 'We want to produce managers that have gained insight into best practices and cutting-edge innovation and technology – creating opportunities for the beneficiaries and their retailers. 'If they want to start their own businesses, they are fully empowered to do so. 'The other area that we focus on is building leaders that become role models – positioning the retail sector as a career of choice. 'A lot of young people get into the sector by accident when everything else has failed. 'Young people do not think that the sector has opportunities. ALSO READ: More than a million applications for just 44 000 school job opportunities Retail Mkhwanazi described the retail sector as 'dynamic', contributing 20% in the country's employment, 35% to the gross domestic product and having employed over 3.3 million people. 'Young people I address in townships get shocked when I talk about the existence of so many career opportunities in the sector. 'I have always said to young people I come across, that not everyone needs to be looking for a job, because for any country wishing to ramp up economic growth, it has to start by empowering small businesses,' he said. The Seta has taken a group of young local TVET college students to China for a year, to gain workplace experience on E-Commerce. Among the 82 students who have graduated from China, include: Twenty-three students who studied at the Hangzhou Polytechnic – trained in online shop management, social media content creation, logistics, marketing, customer relations and entrepreneurship. Twenty-one who studied at the Wuhan Vocational College of Software and Engineering – trained in cutting-edge e-commerce and business skills. Nineteen, trained at the Changzhou Vocational Institute of Mechatronic Technology – provided with practical and theoretical training to navigate the digital economy. Twenty students trained in the Guangdong Polytechnic – equipped with the competencies to thrive in today's global retail environment. 'We are in the Fourth Industrial Revolution and digital people – pushing young people to be exposed to skills and occupations required by the industry,' he said. NOW READ: South African youth: Mobilising for entertainment but absent in activism
The Citizen
24-05-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Capricorn TVET students return from China internship
POLOKWANE – Eight business management students from the Capricorn TVET College have returned after completing a 12-month internship in China, made possible through funding from the Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&R Seta). According to college spokesperson Madire Mashabela, this internship forms part of a long-standing partnership with Chinese Culture, which has been offering international opportunities to students since before the Covid-19 pandemic. 'The selection process for this prestigious opportunity was rigorous and fair and involved advertising, recruiting students and submitting their resumes and qualifications. The Chinese Culture and W&R Seta conducted a thorough selection process, including vetting qualifications and health screenings, to ensure the most suitable candidates were chosen.' The programme was fully funded, covering stipends, accommodation and living expenses, giving students a rare opportunity to gain international work experience and exposure to global business practices. For student Matshukudu Katlego Joyce Marole, the experience was transformative and challenging. 'Living abroad came with immense challenges. It was a complete culture shock, unfamiliar systems and being surrounded by total strangers and I quickly realised that independence and self-reliance weren't just optional, but essential. 'I had to manage my finances, adjust to foreign food, and trust my instincts. Even my faith was tested as I had to rebuild a personal relationship with God, away from familiar church support.' She described the work culture in China as very different from South Africa's Batho Pele principles. 'In China, productivity is prioritised over personal values. It was a major adjustment, but it pushed me to grow personally and professionally.' Another intern, Tromocias Kgothatso Moloela, said one of her biggest challenges was the language barrier. 'Even basic tasks like online shopping required translation tools. Culturally, South Africans value open dialogue and freedom of expression. In contrast, I found that Chinese culture places a strong emphasis on following instructions without question.' Despite the hurdles, the internship sparked a strong interest in international trade and entrepreneurship for Moloela. After working closely with the Guangdong Baidesi Group, she developed a passion for the bathroom and kitchen accessories industry, and hopes to partner with companies like the Arrow Group to import products into South Africa for her own business. Marole encouraged other students to embrace similar opportunities with preparation and an open heart. 'Research China thoroughly, embrace your team as teammates, not competitors, and remember, independence doesn't mean selfishness. Unity brings success,' she advised. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Agawam Chinese Association seeking volunteers for drum and boat teams
AGAWAM, Mass. (WWLP) – It's Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This month, one local organization is inviting the community to learn more about their culture. The Chinese Association of Western Mass held several events across the region over the past weeks. In Agawam, they celebrated with traditional performances and shared history through activities. Their association is also volunteer-based. President Linda Hall told 22News, 'We're always looking for volunteers, we have a lot of volunteers, and we also recently started a waist-drum team, we're looking for dancers.' Waist-drum dance is a 2,000-year-old tradition. It's performed at their events year-round. The association will also take part in Springfield's dragon boat festival in July. They are looking for boaters. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Global Times: Exclusive interview with renowned Chinese sculptor and NAMOC Director Wu Weishan
BEIJING, May 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In recent years, Chinese culture has been blooming in all its diversity, continuously achieving remarkable success overseas. In this Cultural Outreach Talk series, the Global Times invites insiders from different cultural fields to share their experiences and insights into the "going global" of Chinese bronze sculpture Lao Tzu Departing from Hangu Pass created by the renowned sculptor Wu Weishan, the director of the National Art Museum of China, was recently unveiled at the Russian State University of Design and Applied Arts. It is the first large-scale sculpture in Moscow inspired by traditional Chinese cultural has long used sculpture as a medium to promote in-depth dialogue between Chinese and Western civilizations, tell Chinese stories through art and convey the Chinese spirit. The Global Times (GT) reporters Xu Liuliu, Zhang Ni and Liu Yating spoke with Wu Weishan (Wu), about how to better promote Chinese culture to go global from an international perspective and with a deep understanding of Chinese culture. GT: As a Chinese artist, what's your take on "telling Chinese stories well to the world?"Wu: Human civilization has multiple forms. It is precisely because of its diversity that various civilizations have their own characteristics and coexist in harmony, constantly integrating through exchanges and mutual learning. Economic and cultural exchanges help deepen mutual understanding. Art, as a mirror of the human soul, can not only reflect the era and the country, but also highlight the common pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty of humanity. As a Chinese artist, I have always been thinking about how to tell the story of China to the world through art, demonstrating the Chinese spirit, the Chinese people, and Chinese stories. Only by understanding China's history can we truly understand today's Many of your works have gone abroad and "settled" in the squares or museums of many overseas cities. How do you view the cultural connotation carried by sculpted works? What unique role can sculpture play in "the going-global of Chinese culture"?Wu: China has a long history, which is not easy for foreigners to understand in a short time. Without personal experience, it is necessary to rely on cultural carriers for communication and transmission, such as literature, painting, calligraphy, or sculpture. Literature needs translation, calligraphy is difficult to understand directly, and although painting is intuitive, it is limited by the two-dimensional space. Sculpture, however, can overcome the obstacles of time and space, has strong expressiveness, and is a highly communicative and infectious form of art. As a sculptor who is also involved in multiple fields such as painting, calligraphy, poetry and art criticism, I have always hoped to tell the story of China and convey the Chinese spirit in my own way. More importantly, I have a powerful motherland behind me, with a profound cultural tradition and a great historical background, which is the foundation of my cultural confidence. Therefore, I choose sculpture to convey Chinese stories. GT: How do you evaluate the significance of the "Dialogue" series of works such as Divine Encounter - The Dialogue between Confucius and Socrates in the international context?Wu: The great creations of the Chinese nation have not only shaped its own history, but should also contribute wisdom to all mankind. In the field of thought, sages such as Confucius and Lao Tzu are known and respected worldwide, while in the field of science, greats such as Zu Chongzhi and Zhang Heng also deserve international recognition. When creating historical figures, I not only deeply study their ideological theories and the background of their times, but also pay attention to their living environment and spiritual state. These works that embody the Chinese spirit and moral qualities should not be limited to being displayed in China, but should go global in the process of making these figures "go global," a kind of dialogue should be emphasized. Therefore, I have established a creative theme - the "dialogue" between Chinese and Western cultures. I choose representative figures in world history to have artistic dialogues with outstanding figures in Chinese history and place these statues in the corresponding countries to arouse cultural example, my sculpture Dialogue Beyond Time and Space - Leonardo da Vinci and Qi Baishi shows two art masters from different countries, different historical periods, and using different languages. Many Italian audiences, after seeing this group of sculptures, were curious about who Qi Baishi was and why he was juxtaposed with Leonardo da Vinci. I also create Divine Encounter - The Dialogue between Confucius and Socrates. Although there is a difference of 100 years between them, it is not a long time in the history of civilization. The two being in the same place symbolizes the exchange and resonance of Chinese and Western philosophical What are your expectations for the future "going global" of Chinese culture?Wu: As a major country with a profound influence worldwide, China ought to actively implement the concept of a community with a shared future. When this concept is implemented in cultural and artistic exchanges, it should promote mutual understanding between countries with sincerity, and promote communication and emotional integration between people. This is the responsibility of our generation of cultural workers. As long as we persevere, do it with our hearts, and do it for a long time, it will surely have a profound impact. View original content: SOURCE Global Times Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
