The Ugu District Agriculture and Other Critical Skills Careers Expo and Economic Opportunities Exhibitions is a significant event that aims to uplift the lives of Ugu District citizens and those from surrounding areas. The event is an initiative of the Ugu District Development Model (DDM) and seeks to address the high rate of youth unemployment within the district by promoting skills development and hosting Youth Careers Exhibitions.
In July 2023, Anroux Marais, Provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, hosted a recognition ceremony to honor Western Cape’s outstanding athletes and administrators. The event showcased the achievements of some of the province’s most talented sportspeople, inspiring future generations.
The Community Services and Health Directorate of the City of Cape Town has organized a series of events to celebrate Women’s Month in August. The monthlong celebration is designed to recognize the valuable contributions of women in society and empower them through various activities.
The BRICS Youth Summit is a remarkable gathering of young leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The event aims to promote global cooperation among the youth and empower them to become changemakers in their respective countries. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, it is necessary to provide opportunities for young individuals to engage in dialogue, exchange ideas, and collaborate on projects that can shape their countries’ futures.
To address the pressing issue of genderbased violence and femicide (GBVF), key stakeholders are coming together to host a collaborative webinar. The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), the Agape Youth Movement, and the conveners of Pillar 2 of the National Strategic Plan for the End GenderBased Violence and Femicide are working together to educate young people on their role in preventing GBVF in their communities.
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy is organizing a twoday summit on the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA) on July 1314, 2023, at the Indaba Hotel and Conference Centre in Johannesburg. The MPRDA Review Summit will bring together regulatory authorities, senior mining stakeholders, policy makers, and influencers to discuss the future of mining regulatory framework for South Africa’s mining industry.
On July 20, 2023, Gaoage Oageng Molapisi, the MEC for Public Works and Roads, will lead the Nelson Mandela Day celebrations in Taung at the Dr. Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District. The event theme is “Climate, Food and Solidarity,” which is part of a monthlong commemoration in honor of South Africa’s first democratically elected president. The day will be filled with various activities that emphasize climate change, food security, and solidarity among the community.
The current energy crisis, characterized by frequent power outages, demands groundbreaking ideas and innovative solutions. As a response, Premier Alan Winde will host his 18th Energy Digicon on July 27, 2023, with the participation of Mark Allewell, the founder of Sensor Networks, as a special guest. The event aims to showcase inventive technologies that can alleviate the impact of power outages on households and businesses.
The City’s Recreation and Parks Department has announced plans to bring the Netball World Cup 2023 experience to local communities. The initiative involves setting up four public viewing areas (PVAs) to screen live games, with the aim of fostering social connections and promoting sports and recreational activities.
The World Rugby U20 Championship is currently underway, with twelve teams from around the world competing for the top prize. The event, which began on June 24 and will run until July 14, has proven to be a showcase of talent and excitement. The remaining matches include the highly anticipated semifinals, scheduled for Sunday, July 9, 2023, at the Athlone Stadium in Cape Town.
As winter wanes and spring begins to bloom, the Sandringham Estate in Stellenbosch prepares to host a gastronomic extravaganza. From the 23rd to the 25th of September 2023, the South African Cheese Festival will be open to connoisseurs and gourmands alike, promising a sensory journey that will delight all who attend.
Cape Town, one of the most picturesque cities in the world, is set to host the 2023 Netball World Cup. This highlyanticipated event features 16 nations competing for the prestigious title, and it will be the first time the tournament is held on African soil. The competition will take place from July 28 to August 6, 2023, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). This historic moment has generated excitement among players, fans, and supporters worldwide.
The Netball World Cup Fan Park is gearing up for its grand opening, marking the first time the event will be held on African soil. The City of Cape Town is setting up a oneofakind experience for sports enthusiasts just outside the Convention Centre.
The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) is inviting media personnel to apply for accreditation to cover the highly anticipated Presidential Imbizo. The event is scheduled for Friday, August 11, 2023, at Magwala Sports Field in the Chris Hani District of the Eastern Cape Province.
The City of Cape Town’s Biodiversity Management Department invites residents to participate in a collaborative effort for biodiversity conservation on Mandela Day, 18 July 2023. Volunteers will plant 1,900 indigenous plants at the Bothasig Fynbos Nature Reserve. ## Celebrating Mandela Day Through Positive Change
On July 15, 2023, the City of Cape Town joined in commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Mandela Rhodes Foundation. The foundation’s unwavering dedication to cultivating a culture of hope resonates with the vision of Cape Town as a City of Hope. The gala dinner, marking this monumental occasion, was held at the Century City Conference Centre and was attended by Alderman Theresa Uys, Mayoral Committee Member for Corporate Services, who represented the City.
