Alliance Française de Durban

⚽🌍 The World Cup is in full swing, and so is your French learning journey!

Whether you’re cheering from the stands, watching from home, or discussing the latest results with friends, football has its own language. This month, we’re helping you expand your French vocabulary with some essential World Cup terms.

Learning a language is a lot like football: it takes practice, teamwork, and a little bit of courage to get on the field. So why not start by adding a few new words to your vocabulary and impress everyone with your French skills?

🗣️ FRENCH BLABLA is back! 🇫🇷
Want to practice your French in a relaxed, friendly space?
Come chat, laugh, and meet new people, whatever your level 💬✨

Once a month at St Clements before the French Cineclub 🎬

📍 St Clements, 191 Musgrave Road
📅 Wednesday 17 June
⏰ 16:30
💸 Free & open to everyone
📲 RSVP on Whatsapp: +27(0)660556774

No pressure, just good vibes and good conversations 🥐☕

À bientôt St.Clements !

✨This Tuesday, the AF team joined Club Med’s onboarding programme to introduce nearly 200 newly arrived GOs and GEs to the French language and the richness of the Francophone world. 🌍🇫🇷

From discovering French as a global language and the third language of business to taking part in practical French conversation activities, stepping into real-life situations they may soon encounter between GEs and GMs: their energy, curiosity, and willingness to communicate were truly impressive!

This was a wonderful first taste of the Professional French training that AF will be delivering weekly at Club Med, helping teams develop both language and intercultural skills as they prepare to welcome guests from around the world in the weeks ahead! 💬💫

🙏Merci à Thibaut, Letizia, Xoli, Lorraine, Chris, Natasha et Barq as well as to all our future Club Med students, for your incredible energy, spirit of collaboration, and enthusiasm.

We are proud to be part of this exciting project and to contribute to showcasing the renowned hospitality, warmth, and spirit of KwaZulu-Natal! ❤️‍🔥🇿🇦



Club Med South Africa

🎬🇫🇷 French Cineclub: June Edition!

⚠️ Exceptionally, this month’s screening will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month instead of the usual last Tuesday!

This month, join us for a gripping and atmospheric thriller set against the wild landscapes of Corsica:

🔥 THE MOHICAN by Frédéric Farrucci
Joseph is one of the last coastal shepherds in Corsica. When pressure from the local mafia and property developers threatens his land and way of life, he refuses to give in. But resistance comes at a price, and Joseph soon finds himself hunted across the island he calls home.
✨ A tense and haunting thriller exploring identity, resistance, and the struggle to preserve a disappearing world.

🎞️ THE MOHICAN by Frédéric Farrucci
🗓️ Wednesday 17 June, 17:30 for 18:00
📍 St Clements, 191 Musgrave Road
🎟️ Free entry - Food & drinks order before 6pm and after the film
📞 RSVP on Whatsapp: +27(0)660556774

Bring a friend and enjoy an evening of French cinema with us! 🇫🇷🍿

⚓📸 A journey through 400 years of maritime history!

The Embassy of France in South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi, the French Defence Mission in Pretoria, the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS), the Alliance Française of Durban and the Port Natal Maritime Museum invite you to discover a unique photo exhibition commemorating the 400th anniversary of the French Navy.

From historic voyages to contemporary missions across the globe, this exhibition celebrates four centuries of French naval heritage, innovation, and commitment to the world’s oceans.

The exhibition also marks the upcoming arrival in Durban of L’Astrolabe, France’s iconic polar patrol and research vessel, highlighting France’s long-standing engagement in the Southern Ocean and Antarctica, as well as the strong maritime ties between France and South Africa.

As the world continues to reflect on the importance of protecting our oceans following World Oceans Day, this exhibition serves as a reminder of the shared commitment of France and South Africa to maritime cooperation, scientific exploration, and ocean conservation.

It is also the perfect opportunity to (re)discover the Port Natal Maritime Museum, one of Durban’s hidden gems, and explore its fascinating permanent collection dedicated to the city’s rich maritime history.

📸 PHOTO EXHIBITION
🗓️ 19–24 June
🕰️ Mon-Sat: 8:30-15:30. Sun: 10:30-15:30
📍 Port Natal Maritime Museum, Samora Machel Street, Durban Central

Come aboard and explore four centuries of stories from the sea! 🌊⚓🇫🇷🇿🇦



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🎬🌍 The African Cineclub, our monthly club dedicated to films from across the African continent and organized by in partnership with , returns this month with a powerful and visually striking tale:

🔥 NIGHT OF THE KINGS by Philippe Lacôte

One night at La MACA prison in Abidjan, one of the most overcrowded prisons in the world, a young inmate is chosen by the prison’s leader to become the new “Roman” - the storyteller whose duty is to entertain the other prisoners through the night. As the red moon rises, he begins weaving a spellbinding story inspired by the legendary outlaw Zama King, blurring the lines between myth, memory, and reality.

✨ A hypnotic and vibrant film that explores storytelling, power, survival, and imagination in the face of violence.

Praised for its stunning cinematography and rich oral storytelling traditions, the film premiered at the 2020 Venice Film Festival and was Ivory Coast’s official submission to the Academy Awards.

🎞️ NIGHT OF THE KINGS by Philippe Lacôte (Ivory Coast, 2020, 1h33)
🗓️ Wednesday 10 June, 17:30 for 18:00
📍 KZNSA Gallery, 166 Bulwer Road
🎟️ Free entry - KZNSA Arts Café open for order before 17:30
📞 RSVP on Whatsapp: +27(0)660556774

The African Cineclub is a shared space to watch, reflect and discuss contemporary African cinema. Join us! 🍿✨

🌍🇫🇷 French opens doors... and sometimes, it opens careers!

We’re delighted to announce that our partner, Club Med, a global leader in hospitality and tourism, is currently recruiting French-speaking professionals across a variety of sectors for the Vikela Safari Lodge.

From hospitality and guest relations to sports, entertainment, administration, and more, speaking French can be a real advantage in accessing exciting international career opportunities.

✨ Already speak French?
This could be your chance to take your skills around the world.

✨ Don’t speak French yet?
There’s never been a better time to start.

At Alliance Française de Durban, we help learners gain the language skills and confidence needed to connect, travel, and grow professionally.

Because French isn’t just a language. It’s a career asset.

Ready to unlock new opportunities?
📩 [email protected]
📞 031 312 9582
📱 WhatsApp: 066 055 67 74

🌍 One language. Five continents. Endless possibilities.

Why learn French?

Because « Bonjour » can take you a lot further than you think.

🇫🇷 From international careers and business opportunities to unforgettable travels and meaningful connections, French opens doors in over 50 countries around the world.

And let’s be honest, everything sounds a little more elegant in French. 😎

✨ New term starting soon!
Whether you’re learning for work, study, travel, or simply the joy of it, now is the perfect time to start.
Your future self might thank you in French.

Be curious.
Be connected.
Parlez français.

📩 [email protected]
📞 031 312 9582
📱 WhatsApp: 066 055 67 74

🐶 Ready to build connections that truly matter and change your lifestyle?

🇫🇷 French is spoken across continents, unlocking opportunities for connexions, travel, career growth, business, and access to a global network unlike any other.

New term starting soon! Don’t miss your chance to get started.✈️

Sign up today and take the first step toward new possibilities.

Be bold.

Start speaking the world’s language now. 🌍

📩[email protected]
📞 031 312 9582 / WhatsApp: 066 055 67 74

🎨 This month’s is all about VISUAL ART!

🖌️ From “une exposition” to “un coup de pinceau,” discover how French brings color and creativity to the world of art. Whether you’re admiring “une œuvre d’art” in a gallery or sketching your next masterpiece, express your imagination with FRANCOPHONE CHIC!

🇫🇷✨ Discover some essential French visual art vocabulary, perfect for your next museum visit, creative project, or artistic conversation!