Cultural Capital in the 21st Century

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GUEST – Prof Pitika Ntuli – Practising artist, poet, writer, and academic.



Cultural capital refers to the social assets of a person that promote social mobility. These assets can be tangible or intangible and are not directly related to economic wealth. It encompasses the knowledge, skills, education, and other cultural dispositions that individuals acquire, which can influence their social standing and opportunities.
7 Jul 3PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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