triomf

Triomf, meaning triumph in Afrikaans, is a name used for several South African cultural works and a Johannesburg suburb.

Triomf (novel): A 1994 Afrikaans-language novel by Marlene van Niekerk. Set in the 1950s in and around Johannesburg during apartheid, the story is told from the perspective of a young white male narrator who depicts his family life and encounters with violence, sexuality, and power within a racially segregated society. The work is noted for its experimental style and its stark critique of social norms. It has been translated into English and is considered a landmark in South African literature and post-apartheid literary studies.

Triomf (film): A feature film adaptation of the novel released in 2007. It transposes the book’s themes to the screen and has appeared at international film festivals.

Triomf (Johannesburg): A suburb of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng, South Africa. Located west of the central business district, the area is primarily residential and forms part of the city’s inner-west region.