Alix Desulme
Mayor Alix Desulme, Ed.D, affectionately known as the “People’s Councilman”, started his political career in 2009 when he was first elected in a city-wide election for city clerk. He made history as the first Black City Clerk of the City of North Miami. He held the distinction as the youngest and the first Haitian American elected City Clerk in the United States of America. In 2015, he was elected to the North Miami City Council, representing District 4. In September 30, 2015, the North Miami City Council unanimously approved the NOMI Golden Silver Senior Program ...
America’s relationship with South Africa
America’s relationship with South Africa
The United States and South Africa enjoy a strategic partnership with a strong network of people-to-people relationships with businesses, non-governmental organizations, universities, cultural institutions, and individual citizens. As a global voice, strong and vibrant democracy, and a country built on its commitment to human rights, South Africa is a strategic partner of the United States, with strong collaboration in shared global and bilateral priorities, including health, climate, trade and investment, education, and ...
South African Culture
South African CultureSouth Africa has been famously referred to as the rainbow nation because it is made up of so many diverse cultures and religions. Contained within South Africa's borders are Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Tswana, Ndebele, Khoisan, Hindu, Muslim, and Afrikaner people to name but a few. All of these people are united by calling South Africa home, and therefore their lives all contribute to forming a part of the country’s heritage, identity and culture. The values and behaviors of the population differ strongly among the cultural groups to which people belong. To ...
Things to do while in South Africa
Things to do while in South AfricaSouth Africa is famous for its stunning landscapes, incredible wildlife, award-winning wineries, beautiful beaches, and its lively and cosmopolitan cities. Spanning far and wide, with beautiful nature areas and vibrant cities, there are a plethora of things to do when traveling to South Africa! Here are just a few:Go on a SafariMany people go to South Africa just to see the wildlife. The most well-known safari destination is Kruger National Park, which has incredible diversity and tons of amazing wildlife, including the “Big Five” ...
5 Reasons to Travel to South Africa
5 Reasons to Travel to South AfricaBusiness OpportunitiesThere are a lot of business opps in South Africa. Some of those stem from the fact that the US dollar is worth much more in South African currency. With such a great exchange rate you can find many affordable things like food services, labor, housing, etc. We have done business in the tourism sector, clothing, and professional services industry. There will be tons of opportunities for businesses in South Africa. When you travel to South Africa you can't help but notice the opportunities around you.Food and WineCape ...
Sister Cities International- who are we, and what have we done?
Sister Cities International- who are we, and what have we done?
Representing over 500 U.S. cities with 2000 partnerships in 146 countries, Sister Cities International promotes peace through mutual respect, understanding and cooperation one individual, one community at a time. For over six decades, we touch the everyday lives of millions of people through economic development projects, academic and scholarship opportunities, resilient cities initiatives and environmental programs, arts and cultural heritage activities as well as municipal, youth and sports exchange...
Sister Cities International- who are we, and what have we done?
Representing over 500 U.S. cities with 2000 partnerships in 146 countries, Sister Cities International promotes peace through mutual respect, understanding and cooperation one individual, one community at a time. For over six decades, we touch the everyday lives of millions of people through economic development projects, academic and scholarship opportunities, resilient cities initiatives and environmental programs, arts and cultural heritage activities as well as municipal, youth and sports exchanges.
Sister Cities International has a rich history of citizen diplomacy ...