http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/Latest entriesen-gbMon, 27 Apr 2009 17:27:005Southern Africa Direct Visit the cellars of the Van Loveren Wine Estate in the picturesque Robertson valley on South Africa's Cape Wine Route.   http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/entries/2009-04-27/a-visit-to-van-loveren-on-the-cape-wine-route.html Mon, 27 Apr 2009 17:27:00 Bonhams first Modern and Contemporary African Art Sale on April 8 made four world records for African artists and cast a spotlight on some of the  African artists who are making a worldwide reputation. Following great media interest in this new market the Bonhams international saleroom in New Bond Street was full with TV, Radio and press in attendance. http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/entries/2009-04-20/africa-art-sale-records-record-prices-at-bonhams.html Mon, 20 Apr 2009 18:17:00 Hollywood actor Matt Damon and his brother joined former South African rugby captain Francois Pienaar in cycling South Africa’s famous 110km Cape Argus Cycle Tour  at the weekend. The Argus follows one of the world’s most scenic routes, but is also infamous for its grueling climbs, often compounded by Cape Town’s windy nature. This year cyclists faced gale force winds of up to 140km/hour, forcing many to abandon the race. http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/entries/2009-03-09/matt-damon-cycles-to-make-a-difference-in-south-africa.html Mon, 09 Mar 2009 09:32:00 When Annie Lennox first visited South Africa, she couldn't help but look beyond the beauty of the country and develop a heart for the many women and children affected by HIV/Aids. Ever since she has been on a mission to make the world take notice - most recently with her "SING" campaign. Elizma Nolte spoke to her. http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/entries/2009-03-06/annie-lennox-sings-for-south-africa.html Fri, 06 Mar 2009 14:59:00 A host of British celebrities have arrived in Tanzania and started their collosal climb of Kilimanjaro in aid of the annual Red Nose Day on 13 March - and you can follow their every step online. The trek, called "Do Summit Funny for Money" after this year's Red Nose Day theme "Do Something Funny For Money", will see Alesha Dixon, Ben Shephard, Cheryl Cole, Chris Moyles, Denise Van Outen, Fearne Cotton, Gary Barlow, Kimberley Walsh and Ronan Keating undertake the climb of a lifetime to raise as much cash as possible for Comic Relief.  http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/entries/2009-03-02/celebs-climb-kilimanjaro-for-red-nose-day.html Mon, 02 Mar 2009 10:17:00 For the first time fine art will be part of the official Football World Cup suite of products, offering African artists an unsurpassed opportunity to promote themselves in the run-up to the world's most watched event. South African company 2010 Fine Art has acquired from FIFA  the right to produce and market artworks relating to the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/entries/2009-02-19/football-meets-fine-art.html Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:59:00 US President Barack Obama was no doubt paying homage to South African President Nelson Mandela when he chose to toast his election with a bottle of Graham Beck Brut NV - the same beverage with which Mandela toasted his own inauguration in 1994. According to Graham Beck Wines, Obama developed a liking for the sparkling wine back in February 2008, after he took his wife Michelle out for dinner to celebrate his intention to run for US president. On the sommelier's recommendation, the president-to-be ordered a glass for him and his wife, and was apparently so impressed with the bubbly that on election night, 4 November 2008, he had six bottles standing by. http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/entries/2009-02-13/graham-beck-brut-sees-rise-in-sales-following-obamas-toast.html Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:22:00 SA Direct Wines are pleased to introduce you to three new wineries that are now available for purchase online: Creation; Kloovenburg and Hartenberg. Creation http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/entries/2009-02-11/three-new-exciting-south-african-wineries-to-discover.html Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:01:00 Celebrated South African music group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, scooped their third Grammy win on Sunday at the 51st annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles, California.  The group took home the Best Traditional World Music Album award for their latest album, ILembe; Honouring Shaka Zulu. http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/entries/2009-02-09/ladysmith-black-mambazo-scoops-third-grammy.html Mon, 09 Feb 2009 16:23:00 A major international trade journal with a global readership has rated Wines of South Africa (WOSA) one of the world's most influential beverage organisations in building public awareness of the environment. WOSA was listed in fifth position on the Green List by The Drinks Business, a specialist beverage publication with an international circulation amongst key decision makers in the beverage industry. http://www.southernafricadirect.com/news/entries/2009-02-06/wines-of-south-africa-commended-for-environmental-influence.html Fri, 06 Feb 2009 13:47:00