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    Alliance Française de Durban is a long-standing South African non-profit organisation supported by the Embassy of France in South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi that promotes the French language and cultural diversity. For nearly 60 years, it has been the city’s leading centre for learning French and the only accredited DELF/DALF and TEF examination centre in Durban.

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    LA FRENCH TOUCH: VOYAGER

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    Planning your next adventure? Learn some useful French vocabulary for travelling, from l’aéroport (airport) and le billet (ticket) to la destination (destination) and la réservation (booking). Whether you’re travelling to…
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    FRENCH BLABLA is back!

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    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…
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    WHAT IS PARADISE FOR YOU? [PEPONI]

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    This September, PEPONI, the first original dance-theatre production by House of Wondar, is touring five Southern African countries, and we’re delighted to welcome the production to Durban! Meaning “paradise” in…
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    Learn French for Your Career 🇫🇷🌍

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    French can open doors to studies, work, travel and personal growth. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your CV, prepare for international opportunities, communicate in a professional environment, study abroad or…
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    🇫🇷 FRENCH BLABLA

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    Looking for a fun way to practise your French, meet new people, and enjoy a relaxed conversation? Come join us for our next French Blabla! 🇫🇷 📅 25 August🕟 16h30📍…
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    French for Business
    Boost your business with French language skills! Alliance Française de Durban offers French for Business courses tailored to your professional needs. Improve communication, expand your network, and unlock new opportunities in the Francophone world.
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    Translation & Interpretation
    Get accurate and reliable translations for your business or personal needs!
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    DELF/DALF
    Exams

    • Recognized worldwide
    • Issued by the French Ministry of Education
    • Valid for Life
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    TCF
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    • Assessing your French language skills
    • Recognized worldwide
    • Valid for two years
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    TEF
    Certification

    The TEF (Test d’Évaluation de Français) is a standardized French language test designed for non-native speakers to demonstrate their proficiency!

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