Sisi Afrika Magazine

Sisi publishes periodical issues in Arts & Culture, Science & Technology, and Economy & Politics.

Souleymane Cissé is Honoured as one of Africa’s Boldest and Most Pioneering Film-makers

Souleymane Cissé is widely acknowledged as one of the greatest African film-makers of all time – and the world’s most prestigious film festival, Cannes, agrees. The Mali-born director has been announced as this year’s recipient of the Carrosse d’Or (the Golden Coach) award.

Politics & Economy

South Africa Walks a Tightrope of International Alliances – it needs Russia, China and the West

The growing tensions pose a political and economic challenge for South Africa. This is especially so for US-South Africa relations. Part of my doctoral thesis focused on BRICS and its efforts to democratise the post-Cold War international order, which, by US admission, has come to an end.

Technology & Innovation

The Need for Employee Education on Online Security and Privacy

In this digital age, businesses must take steps to ensure that their employees are educated about the importance of online security and privacy. Without proper education, employees may risk the business’s data by clicking on malicious links and falling victim to phishing scams. By teaching employees the basics of online security and privacy, businesses can protect their own data as well as their customers’ information.

Diseases & Conditions

Want to Stop Smoking? Here’s How!

"Don't fall into the trap of just one. There is no such thing as just one cigarette. Years ago you had just one cigarette and then you became addicted to nicotine and have been smoking against your budget for years. If you do this, you're going to find yourself back in that trap in no time."

Markets & Investments

Tips for Starting an Exceptional Beauty Business

Despite the glitz and glam we see on Instagram every day, starting a beauty business is challenging, and most first-time business owners will face a harsh battle against steep odds.

Fiction & Poetry

Three Poems by Hlín Leifsdóttir: Friend, Decision, and Do Not Ask

Hlín Leifsdóttir is a classical singer and writer from Iceland.

Space Science

Construction of the World’s Largest Telescope Underway in South Africa

Construction of Africa's largest science experiment, known as the Square Kilometer Array (SKA) - a telescope, which comprises two giant telescopes made up of over 130,000 antennas and 200 satellite dishes at observatories in Australia and South Africa - is officially underway