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Monday, August 8, 2016

CARTOONS FOR FREEDOM



The Institut Français in Paris in collaboration with the Institut Français in South Africa and Courrier international, the weekly French newspaper, presents an exhibition on press cartoons by artists from all over the world. The aim is to debate freedom of expression.

The ‘Dessins en liberté’ (Cartoons for Freedom) exhibition is comprised of 12 panels of press illustrations made by 50 artists from 45 nationalities. Each panel is devoted to a specific theme concerning freedom of expression, such as censorship, Internet, corruption, women’s rights, rebellions, climate, sports, racism, etc.

Entrance to the exhibition is free of charge. This event is open to everyone. Alliance Française de Durban is situated at 22 Sutton Crescent, Morningside. For more information contact 031 312 9582 or fax 031 312 2864 or email: durban@alliance.org.za