On 21 June, the 2026 Chinese Bridge Summer Camp of the Confucius Institute for Chinese Medicine at the University of the Western Cape, South Africa, successfully concluded its programme. The camp was hosted by the Centre for Language Education and Cooperation under China’s Ministry of Education and organised by Zhejiang Normal University. During the two-week immersive Chinese language and cultural experience, the students visited Beijing, Hangzhou, Jinhua, Yiwu and Shanghai.

From 8 to 12 June, a Xinhua News Agency film crew visited the Confucius Institute for Chinese Medicine at the University of the Western Cape in South Africa to carry out several days of in-depth filming with Wilma Hugo, a local Chinese language teacher at the Institute. The feature documented the Institute’s daily work in promoting Chinese language and culture overseas. During the filming, Ms Hugo drew on her strengths as a local teacher to deliver immersive Chinese language

Dear UWC community, Due to the school holidays, all service bookings will be suspended from July 1 to July 19. Bookings will reopen on July 20. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.

On 9 June, the Joint Conference of Confucius Institutes and Confucius Classrooms in South Africa was held at the University of Johannesburg. The conference was attended by Wu Tong, Deputy Director of the Department of Policy and Development and the Department of Programme Funding at the Chinese International Education Foundation; Fan Ding, Education Counsellor at the Chinese Embassy in South Africa; and directors of Confucius Institutes and Confucius Classrooms across the cou

On 7 June, the 2026 “Chinese Bridge” Summer Camp for students from the University of the Western Cape Confucius Institute for Chinese Medicine officially began. The programme is hosted by the Centre for Language Education and Cooperation under China’s Ministry of Education and organised by Zhejiang Normal University. The summer camp aims to provide South African students with an immersive Chinese-language learning experience. It allows them to experience Chinese culture in au

We will be closed on the morning of Monday, June 1st for team building and resume service in the afternoon.We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

To promote Chinese tea culture and deepen students' understanding of traditional Chinese heritage, the Confucius Institute at the University of the Western Cape hosted an International Tea Day cultural experience event on the 21st under the theme "One World, One Tea, Sharing Intangible Cultural Heritage." The event drew around 30 students and created a relaxed yet engaging atmosphere. At the start of the event, teacher Ms. Wilma Hugo shared insights into tea knowledge and cul

On May 17, 2026, the Confucius Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the University of the Western Cape successfully held the HSK Chinese proficiency test. The test covered levels HSK1 to HSK6, and 80 candidates participated. HSK1 TEST HSK2 TEST HSK4 TEST HSK5 TEST HSK6 TEST To ensure the smooth administration of the test, the Confucius Institute teachers strictly followed the test requirements and made thorough arrangements for all examination-related tasks. During th

On May 15, 2026, Counselor Fan Ding and his delegation from the Education Section of the Chinese Embassy in South Africa visited the Confucius Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). All teachers of the Confucius Institute participated in the meeting. During the meeting, the Chinese and foreign directors of the institute delivered special reports on the development history, recent work, and future plans of the Confucius Institute

On May 14, the 25th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for University Students – South African Final was successfully held. This competition is presented under the auspices of the Center for Language Education and Cooperation and the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in South Africa, hosted by the Chinese Medicine Confucius Institute at the University of the Western Cape, South Africa, and exclusively sponsored by Longyuan South Africa Renewable Energy (

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Dear UWC community, Due to the Chinese Bridge Competition on May 14, Confucius institute will be closed. No bookings will be open for any of our services during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.

To the UWC community, Owing to the high volume of bookings for the boardroom at Confucius Institute, 2nd floor, B building, we are updating our booking system to prioritize staff reservations. Moving forward, personal bookings for students will no longer be approved. Thank you for your understanding.

On 20 April 2026, in celebration of International Chinese Language Day, the Confucius Institute of Chinese Medicine at the University of the Western Cape held a well-received event titled “Lighting Up Dreams – A Cultural Journey from Acupuncture to Tea.” More than 60 students and staff took part. Group photo The event focused on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and offered a mix of talks and hands-on activities, giving participants a practical and engaging introduction to

Everyone is welcome to join us for the International Chinese Language Day on 20 April. Part 1 Introduction This session introduces the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), focusing on common herbs and their health benefits. Participants will have the opportunity to taste herbal wellness tea and engage in a hands-on activity by creating herbal-inspired accessories. It is an interactive way to explore the philosophy of balance and well-being in Chinese culture. Part

The Confucius Institute will hold the International Chinese Language Day on April 20. During the day, the tea room, boardroom, and acupuncture services will be unavailable. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.

On 31 March 2026, the Confucius Institute（CI） for Chinese Medicine at the University of the Western Cape was invited to take part in the Employee Wellness Day. Through a combination of sporting activities and cultural performances, the CI’s teaching team demonstrated a positive and energetic spirit. During the event, the teachers actively participated in a range of recreational sports, including a fun run, football, and domino games. In the cultural showcase segment, a Tradit

Due to Wellness Day and Term break, The Confucius Institute for Chinese Medicine at the University of the Western Cape will be closed from March 31st to April 6th . During this period, the tea room, boardroom, and acupuncture services will be unavailable. Thank you for your understanding .

On March 20 the Confucius Institute at the University of the Western Cape held the preliminary round of the 25th Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition for University Students. During the competition, contestants delivered themed speeches and showcased a variety of talents, including singing and reciting poetry. With solid Chinese language skills and strong intercultural awareness, they vividly expressed their enthusiasm for Chinese language and culture. The event fea