Chinese language proficiency contest sparks enthusiasm among South African students

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Chinese language proficiency contest sparks enthusiasm among South African students

STORY: Chinese language proficiency contest sparks enthusiasm among South African students SHOOTING TIME: May 17, 2024 DATELINE: May 19, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:51 LOCATION: CAPE TOWN, South Africa CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the event 2. SOUNDBITE (English): YOU WENZE, Chinese consul-general in Cape Town STORYLINE: The South Africa Finals of the 23rd "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign College Students were successfully held on Friday in Cape Town, the country's legislative capital. The event attracted many Chinese language learners, educators and cultural enthusiasts, who witnessed the outstanding talent of South African students from universities across the country in learning the language. Among the tests set for the finalists were written quizzes, keynote speeches, question-and-answer sessions and a talent show, with each one of them presenting performances related to Chinese culture, including songs, dances, music and martial arts. After intense competition,

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