The Township Economic Commission of South Africa (TECSA) and the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) BRICS Directorate are cohosting the Township Economy in BRICS Dialogue on August 15, 2023, in Orlando West, Soweto. Minister Maropene Ramokgopa will attend the event, which is the first of its kind, just a week before the muchawaited 15th BRICS Summit in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Summer in the Western Cape is synonymous with the magic of open air cinemas. The 12th season promises unique movie experiences at stunning locations across the region. ## PreMovie Picnics
The Growthpoint SA National Squash Championships returns to Cape Town for the third year in a row, showcasing the country’s top squash players in an exciting display of skill, talent, and sportsmanship. The prestigious event will take place from August 10th to August 12th, 2023, at the iconic V & A Waterfront.
Africa Padel, the top padel operator in the country, is gearing up for an exciting North vs. South Tournament on August 13th. The event, set in the picturesque V&A Waterfront, aims to celebrate Women’s Month by highlighting the prowess of female padel players and their contributions to the sport. The tournament promises nailbiting matches, live performances, and a generous prize pool of R60,000.
The Growthpoint SA National Squash Championships has returned to Cape Town for the third year in a row. The tournament features eight elite male and female players battling for top honors on a breathtaking allglass court at the V&A Waterfront.
The BRICS Inward Buying and Investment Business Forum is a highly anticipated event that brings together prominent minds and businesses from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The objective of the forum is to establish meaningful interactions between international buyers and the South African market, foster business partnerships and expand market access.
In an effort to foster entrepreneurship among technical and vocational education and training (TVET) students, the Free State Premier Mxolisi Dukwana, DESTEA MEC Thabo Meeko, and the Goldfields, Motheo, and Maluti TVET colleges will host the Allan Gray Entrepreneurship InterCollege Regional Competition on August 11, 2023. This event, to be held at the National Artisan Development Academy in Bloemfontein, aims to boost the entrepreneurial spirit among TVET students.
In a display of unity and cultural diplomacy, the Correctional Services of South Africa will host the Sports and Culture Games from August 14th to 18th, 2023, at the Kgoši Mampuru II Correctional Centre. This event will bring together countries from the Southern African Development Community (SADC), including Zambia, Botswana, Swaziland, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, to participate in various sporting games and cultural exchanges.
The Inspection and Enforcement Services (IES) branch of the Department of Employment and Labour is organizing a threeday Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) conference. The event will take place at the Emerald Resort & Casino in Sedibeng and will focus on the “Prevention of injuries and diseases in the Iron and Steel sector.” The conference aims to address workplace safety, especially in the wake of the COVID19 pandemic.
South African media personality and style icon, Bonang Matheba, also known as Queen B, is set to host and sponsor the Miss South Africa pageant on Sunday, August 13th. Matheba has maintained a longstanding connection with the pageant, having been part of the judging panel in 2014, and hosting the event during its 60th anniversary in 2018 and 2019 when Zozibini Tunzi became Miss Universe.
The Department of Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) together with Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) are partnering to host an outreach programme at the Cape Town Harbour in the Western Cape. The primary objective of the programme is to celebrate Women’s Month while highlighting the importance of women’s empowerment.
Located in the heart of Cape Town, the Netball World Cup Fan Park is an unparalleled experience for sports enthusiasts, families, and visitors alike. The Fan Park has attracted approximately 40,716 people since its gates opened on Friday, 28 July 2023, and will remain open daily until Sunday, 6 August 2023.
Masjid AlKhair in Weltevreden, Mitchells Plain, is set to host a wellness outreach programme on August 5th. The event is a joint initiative of three community organizations, namely Goodwood Islamic Society, Al Azhar Primary School, and Masjid AlKhair. The mission of the programme is to promote community health and wellbeing by offering free health services to residents.
The Netball World Cup is an event that has captured the excitement of Cape Town, with the Fan Park outside the CTICC being the epicenter of activity during the tournament. This free, accessible space has welcomed an impressive 40,716 visitors since its opening on July 28, 2023, providing an unparalleled spectator experience for both ticket holders and nonticket holders alike.
The South African National Editors Forum (SANEF) and the Electoral Commission (IEC) have jointly organized a “Media in Elections Training” event scheduled for August 8, 2024. The training will be held at the Radisson Red Hotel in Rosebank, Johannesburg, and aims to equip media professionals with the essential tools and knowledge to report effectively on the upcoming national and provincial elections.
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature (GPL) is proud to host this year’s Children’s Sector Parliament. The event, scheduled for Friday, August 4th, 2023, at the Laudium Community Centre in Tshwane, aims to give children in Gauteng a platform to engage with both the GPL and the Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) on various service delivery and social empowerment issues affecting them.
