Creative Industries Strategist - proud African - lover of travel @andaniafrica #findingkwame
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Lonwabo Mavuso retweeted
IF SOUTH AFRICA WERE EXCLUDED FROM AGOA, the country would face an additional Most Favoured Nation tariff of around 3.4% on top of the existing tariffs the current U.S. Administration added to various countries.
Currently, some South African products enter the U.S. market at 12.5% tariffs (Liberation Day tariff). Without AGOA, these tariffs would rise to 15.9%, slightly reducing the competitiveness of South African agricultural products in the U.S. market.
Still, one could argue that while this would be a challenging path, IT WOULD NOT NECESSARILY BE AS CATASTROPHIC as we have faced in the past, when it faced much higher U.S. tariffs and still managed to compete.
For example, in 2025, those of us in the South African farming sector faced tariffs of around 30%. Still, exports to the U.S. were strong. South Africa’s agricultural exports to the U.S. in 2025 totalled US$504 million, down 3% from the previous year.
Lonwabo Mavuso retweeted
There is a pastor in the US called Douglas Wilson, he is as right wing as they come. He preaches that slavery was mutually beneficial to master and slave....sort of the same as Helen Zilles views on colonization benefiting Africa. No one would dare say the holocaust was beneficial to Jewish people...and imagine a German saying that. But people say these african pain because in line with thinking of oppression, Africans lives are not worth a whole lot
Lonwabo Mavuso retweeted
Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.
Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).
A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.
At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at dollyparton.com
In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at imaginationlibrary.com
Lonwabo Mavuso retweeted
If you’ve been suspecting that there is a well funded campaign to try and create a narrative that South Africans are a hateful people in order to have us isolated, and that it leads all the way back to our ICJ Case for the genocide Israel is committing in Palestine…here it is.
Look at the hundreds of hateful and mostly ignorant responses to Yusuf’s appointment. The bulk of these are from anonymous accounts from around the world masquerading as South Africans.
For one, South Africa has never had an Islamophobia problem. Nor have we had an anti-semitism problem. Neither have we been a people who claim to be a “Christian” country, even though most of us self-identify as Christian. We have had Muslim Ministers and Deputy Ministers since time immemorial, and all our cultures and faiths co-exist freely.
You would noticed the misinformation campaign by other African governments, led by the Ghanaian Foreign Minister, about the anti-illegal immigration protests. And AfriMAGA? Remember that?
They want to break us apart. RESIST!!!
Lonwabo Mavuso retweeted
South African Actress, Masasa Mbangeni has started in American action movie, Sniper: No Nation exclusively on Apple TV+
She played the role of Angel in the movie.
Lonwabo Mavuso retweeted
Growing old with your bestie is such a joy @mavuso imali isigezile my dhiye 🥰🤣
Lonwabo Mavuso retweeted
Exciting News!
We’re proud to announce that Lonwabo Mavuso, Executive Director of Andani.Africa, will be a speaker at the EmpowerHER Women’s Conference 2025!
Date: Friday, 29 August 2025
Hosted by Gordon Institute of Business Science
@mavuso @lalidangazele @GIBS_SA
She needs to be celebrated for living her life so boldly. She crawled so many could run. What a legend 🏳️🌈
Launching our new initiative. Where data meets innovation and technology to grow Africa’s creative economy. @AndaniAfrica @SportArtsCultur @GaytonMcK
Why is so much African Creativity invisible?
It has less to do with talent, and more to do with the lack of research and development (R&D).
Let’s talk about it.🧵
#CreativeEconomy #RDinAfrica #MalaikaPlatform #DataForCreatives #InvisibleCreatives
Happy Africa day!
This Africa Day, we honour the places, people, and possibilities that continue to shape our work.
From Johannesburg to Dakar, Accra to Nairobi, we’ve listened, we’ve learned, and we’ve built with intention.
This is how we’re building for Africa with Africa.
#AfricaDay2025
Lonwabo Mavuso retweeted
Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Moratoa Mokoena
We are proud to announce that @moratoa_mokoena Mokoena has been selected to participate in the CIFAR Women in Research Leadership Development Symposium in Kigali, Rwanda, from January 27–31, 2025!
Dr. Mokoena’s selection highlights her incredible contributions to the field and her commitment to advancing research excellence in Africa.
Join us in celebrating this milestone and wishing her success in Kigali!
#WomenInResearch #AfricanLeadership #ResearchExcellence #CIFARSymposium #EmpoweringWomen #AfricanInnovation
Lonwabo Mavuso retweeted
The South African Content Creator Charter, developed by Advertising Regulatory Board and @iab, is here to set ethical standards for the industry.
Let's dive into what it means and how it impacts creators and brands.
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#ContentCreatorCharter #EthicalContent
We are looking for a passionate, networked and skilled individual to join our team and contribute to the growth of Africa’s creative economy.
Submit your CV and motivational letter by November 22, 2024, to seize this exciting opportunity.
For more details about the role and our organization, visit andani.africa/we-are-hiring-…
Join us in shaping the future of the Creative Economy in Africa!
