In a commendable effort, Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Sihle Zikalala recently participated in the Women in Construction event in Rustenburg, Northwest Province. The objective of the gathering was to empower women entrepreneurs in the construction and infrastructure sector. The event, however, faced unexpected turmoil when a group of protestors interrupted the proceedings.
As Cape Town grapples with mounting transport and mobility concerns, the city is set to host the Urban Mobility Summit in October. Coinciding with South Africa’s national Transport Month, the summit aims to assemble experts, government officials, and industry leaders to discuss urgent urban mobility challenges and potential solutions.
South Africa is gearing up to host a virtual Infrastructure Investment Symposium on September 28 and 29, 2023. Following the successful organization of the fifteenth annual BRICS Summit, this highly anticipated event is arranged under the guidance of the BRICS Task Force on Public Private Partnerships (PPP) and Infrastructure.
The renowned Jazzart Dance Theatre of Cape Town is gearing up to celebrate its remarkable 50year journey with an outstanding Festival of Dance at the Artscape Theatre, scheduled from 5th to 14th October. This extraordinary event is highly anticipated by dance aficionados as it provides a mesmerizing insight into the captivating world of contemporary dance.
In anticipation of South Africa’s exuberant Heritage Day, Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront prepares for a thrilling week of celebrations, starting Saturday, 23 September. A wide range of activities catering to different interests and age groups will be available, including music, braais, Rugby World Cup screenings, and cultural experiences, ensuring an energetic and lively atmosphere.
Cape Town, a city with a rich history and a mosaic of diverse cultures, is set to host an array of free musical concerts at the V&A Waterfront from September 23 to 25, coinciding with the Heritage Day weekend. The World of Music, Arts, and Dance (WOMAD) Cape Town festival promises a plethora of artistic and cultural experiences as it transforms the waterfront into a lively and colorful celebration of the performing arts.
Jazzart Dance Theatre, one of Cape Town’s most respected dance companies, will be marking its 50th anniversary with an unmissable Festival of Dance at the Artscape Theatre. The event will run from October 5th to 14th and is set to provide a captivating journey into the world of contemporary dance.
Contrary to the usual rugbydominated sports scene in South Africa, Cape Town sports fans recently had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the NFL Experience. Over an entire weekend, this event highlighted the thrill of American football and brought the popular sport into focus on African soil. Held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the aim of this endeavor was to generate worldwide support for a sport that has, until now, been relatively unknown in Africa.
Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, is ready to officially commence the ninth edition of the Annual Thusong Service Centre Week. This highlyregarded event, coexisting with the Integrated Public Service Month, is slated to take place from September 18th to 22nd, 2023. With the theme “Building a Professional Public Service for Quality Service Delivery,” the week aims to exhibit the outstanding contributions made by public servants, especially those employed at Thusong Service Centres, in developing a more effective and peopleoriented public service.
Music and culture possess the incredible ability to unite people and offer a platform for selfexpression and imagination. In light of this, the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) in South Africa will organize the Choral Music Eisteddfod National Championship at Feather Market Hall in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape Province from September 2021, 2023.
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden (SUBG) in South Africa’s Cape Floristic Region is set to celebrate its centennial anniversary during the SU Toyota Woordfees from October 7 to 15, 2023. The Stellenbosch Flora Festival (SFF) will be held to commemorate this significant event, which will incorporate nature, art, education, and community engagement.
Celebrate the beauty of spring by exploring the charming Tokara Wine and Olive Farm in Stellenbosch, South Africa. During the 10day Garden Town Stellenbosch festival, from 27 October to 5 November, visitors can immerse themselves in the captivating beauty of the private gardens and exquisite sculptures created by local artists.
Experience a musical journey at the beautiful La Roche Estate in Franschhoek where you’ll be enchanted by South African electric cellist Carol Thorns and her captivating music. Against a backdrop of picturesque mountains and vineyards, Carol Thorns will perform with her signature red electric cello while inside her luminescent bubble, creating a magical atmosphere for an openair, picnicstyle evening.
Multidisciplinary artist Robert Hamblin’s latest exhibition, ‘Strange Bright Blooms,’ at the 99 Loop gallery in Cape Town explores the interdependence between humanity and nature. This thoughtprovoking collection invites viewers to contemplate the sensual and intimate relationships between plants, drawing inspiration from the 18thcentury botanist Carl Linnaeus.
South Africa celebrates National Parks Week from 16 to 24 September 2023, inviting citizens to explore the country’s natural wonders and cultural heritage. The South African National Parks (SANParks) has introduced this initiative to grant free access to national parks, especially to communities that rarely get the opportunity to appreciate these conservation areas.
On September 16, 2023, the Department of Women, Youth, Children, and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) and the NEEMA Foundation will collaborate to organize the 7th Annual Silent Walk & Run at Marks Park Sports Ground in Emmarentia, Johannesburg. The event aims to break down the barriers created by stigmatization and discrimination against people with disabilities through a highprofile awareness campaign.
