On September 56, 2023, the IDC Auditorium in Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa, will host a crucial event: the State Entities Turnaround Forum. This forum, with the theme “Service Delivery Improvement,” will provide a platform for various departments within the Economic Sectors, Investment, Employment, and Infrastructure Development cluster to present their turnaround strategies for improved governance and performance. Deputy Minister Pinky Kekana, responsible for Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation, will deliver the keynote address.
Cape Town is gearing up to end 2023 on a high note, with a series of events that will highlight the best of art, culture, and sports. From September to December 2023, the city will host a variety of events that promise to cater to every interest.
FYN, one of Cape Town’s finest restaurants, is teaming up with Michelinstarred chef Shin Takagi for an extraordinary culinary collaboration. This gastronomic event, which will take place on Sunday, 17 September, promises an exquisite omakase sushi lunch and a kaisekistyle dinner. The event will feature sustainably sourced local fish and coastal ingredients prepared with precision and passion.
Zakes Bantwini, a Grammywinning South African music star, is organizing a historical event called the Abantu Festival. The festival will take place on October 28th at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town and has been described as a landmark moment for South African culture.
Get ready for an exhilarating weekend getaway as the highly anticipated West Coast Airshow and Music Concert takes over Saldanha Airfield this September. This 14hour event promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with roaring jet engines, incredible aerial feats, and amazing memories.
Calling all botany enthusiasts! The FynbosLIFE Fair is returning to Zandvlei Lookout in Muizenberg this Sunday. This daylong event is perfect for anyone looking to cure ecoanxiety and explore the rich biodiversity of the Cape Floristic Region (CFR). ## Event Details
The vibrant theatre scene in Cape Town has come alive with the presentation of Bernard Slade’s hit play, Same Time, Next Year, produced by Pieter Toerien and Gloucester Productions. The play is being staged at the Theatre on The Bay, exploring the themes of friendship, connection, love, and the passage of time through the lives of two individuals, George and Doris.
The National Economic Development Labour Council (NEDLAC) will hold its 28th Annual Summit on September 8th in Johannesburg. The summit’s theme is “Resilience in the face of adversity: Social partners’ preparedness to manage crises,” and it aims to promote collaboration and collective action among stakeholders in overcoming contemporary challenges.
On September 1st, 2023, Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Ms. Makhotso Sotyu, will launch National Arbor Month, a monthlong celebration dedicated to raising awareness of the critical need to conserve, protect, and plant trees for both environmental and human benefits.
Cape Town’s art scene is constantly evolving, and the latest creative collaboration between lensbased artist Lien Botha and painter Jaco van Schalkwyk is a testament to this. The two artists, with close ties to the Barnard Gallery, have teamed up to curate an exhibition that explores conservation, nature, and storytelling through visual imagery.
Spring is a time of new beginnings a time to celebrate life and beauty. To experience all that spring has to offer, head to Paternoster, a picturesque coastal town in the Western Cape, from 1 to 3 September 2023. This enchanting town will host the Blomme & Bubbles event, a celebration of art, music, food, and Cap Classique wine.
On September 1, 2023, the Acting Premier of Ngaka Modiri Molema District, Nono Maloyi, will launch the Thuntsha Lerole Service Delivery Programme in Tswaing Local Municipality. This coincides with the celebration of the 2023 Integrated Public Service Month. The event will be attended by MECs from various departments, Executive Mayors, and Mayors in the district, all with the aim of providing service delivery interventions and enhancing the quality of life for the citizens of Tswaing.
The MAC Charter Council is organizing a Women’s Day event to honor and celebrate the contributions of women in the Marketing, Advertising, and Communication (MAC) sector. The event is scheduled for September 1, 2023, at the Inanda Polo Club in Sandton, Johannesburg, under the theme, “Driving transformation and empowerment: Advancing women in the MAC sector.”
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) and the Council for the Built Environment (CBE) are joining forces to organize South Africa’s first Built Environment Climate Change Indaba. The twoday conference, taking place on August 31 to September 1, 2023, in Durban, KwaZuluNatal, aims to address the urgent need for coordinated efforts in mitigating climate change’s impact on the built environment.
The World of Music, Arts, and Dance (WOMAD) Cape Town festival is set to take place from September 23rd to September 25th, 2023. Founded in 1982 by British musician Peter Gabriel, WOMAD has become an influential platform for showcasing global artistic expression. This year’s festival will showcase a fusion of international and local talent, following the success of the inaugural WOMAD South African Safari in 2022.
The Blisters for Bread Charity Family Fun Walk is an annual event that brings participants of all ages and fitness levels together to walk in support of the Peninsula School Feeding Association. This year’s event is slated for Sunday, 27 August on Sea Point Promenade and Beach Road.