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JOBURG! SAVE THE DATE | @JazzintheLights returns on 3 April 2027 at the Joburg Zoo, from 10:00–22:00.
Tickets go live soon. Stay tuned for the first phase line-up and more exciting announcements.
#JazzInTheLights #ArtsAliveJoburg @CityofJoburgZA
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📚✨ CELEBRATE NATIONAL BOOK MONTH 2026! ✨📚
A nation that reads is a nation that grows! 🇿🇦📖
This October, join us in celebrating National Book Month as we embrace the power of books to inspire minds, unlock opportunities, and drive national development.
Through a variety of exciting activities in Potchefstroom, North West, the Department encourages everyone to buy books, read more, and celebrate the richness of South Africa’s official languages. 🗣️📚
Every page turned is a step towards a brighter future! 🌟 Let’s cultivate a culture of reading, nurture a love for literature, and make reading part of our everyday lives.
📍 Potchefstroom, North West
🗓️22 October 2026
Read more. Learn more. Grow together! ❤️📖
#NationalBookMonth2026
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Rhodes University congratulates honorary graduate Judge Navi Pillay on being awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize.
From challenging apartheid to advancing international justice, her lifelong commitment to human rights has made a lasting difference across the world.
Awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws by Rhodes University in 2005, Judge Pillay continues to inspire through her pursuit of justice.
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Women's Month: Prof Pumla Dineo Gqola - NRF Chair in African Feminist Imaginations
youtu.be/DSnLlIFSnxU
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We are very much invested in the creative sector. Sometimes we lend our learned voices to initiatives and interventions that seek to elevate the sector.
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The programme aims to promote equal opportunities in the Swiss and international game industry and support greater representation of women in management and leadership positions. musicinafrica.net/magazine/o…
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MASTERCLASS - SEED - Creative Arts Entrepreneurship
Register to attend this masterclass by following this link: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/sNwJ…
Location: NORTH CAMPUS - Conference Centre
Date: 13/08/2026
Time: 13:00 - 15:00
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You're invited to our Festival Launch! 🎉
Get an exclusive first look at ScreenShare, catch short film screenings, grab some giveaways & connect with the community. Entry is completely free!
🗓️ Friday, July 31 · 6PM
📍 837 Dundas St West, TO
🎟️ RSVP: eventbrite.ca/e/screen-share…
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10 Days left till the closing date for The National Arts and Culture Awards (NACA) 2026 nominations.
Do you know an artist, creative, cultural practitioner, or organisation making an outstanding contribution to SA’s creative sector?
📌: naca.dsac.gov.za/
⏳17 July 2026
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Vacancy opportunities available at the Robben Island Museum an agency of the Department Of Sport, Arts And Culture (DSAC), Good luck to all.
🗓️12 July 2026 @ 16:00
Chief Heritage Officer: dsac.gov.za/Chief%20Heritage…
Corporate Services Executive: dsac.gov.za/Corporate%20Serv…
#DSAC
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We are proud to announce the appointment of Palesa Kadi as the new Chief Executive Officer of the National Arts Festival. She takes up the position on 1 August 2026. Welcome Palesa, a new chapter begins!
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🇿🇦⚽🔥 1 DAY TO GO! 🔥⚽🇿🇦
The countdown is almost over! Tomorrow, Bafana Bafana take on South Korea in a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 clash!
💚💛 Let’s unite behind our national team, fly the South African flag high.
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11 days of SA creativity, culture & conversation in Makhanda this winter 25 June to 5 July 2026! Drive to Makhanda, fly to Gqeberha or KuGompo City or tag along with friends but start planning now for #NAF2026
Programme announced 12 May 2026.
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2 days to Freedom Day 🇿🇦
Did you know?
Your rights are protected by the Constitution:
✔ Freedom of speech
✔ Equality
✔ Human dignity
Theme: Freedom & the Rule of Law – 30 Years of Democratic Citizenship
📍 Dr Rantlai Molemela Stadium
📅 27 April 2026
#FreedomMonth2026
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A l'occasion de la journée de la musique africaine chaque 24 avril décrétée par l'@_AfricanUnion, découvrez cette vidéo.
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Selected applicants will receive funding and take part in a structured collaborative process leading to new creative works. The application deadline is 29 May. musicinafrica.net/magazine/o…
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This year's CoRE conference includes the first Communiqué IRL London on 19 June — live conversations and networking for those shaping Africa's creative economy across the continent and diaspora.
Conference attendees are welcome to join.
➡️ RSVP: luma.com/hxlxpp8t
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📍 Origins Centre, Wits University, Johannesburg
📆 18 April – 3 July 2026
RSVP: [email protected] and visit atlasofuncertainty.com/
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📢 #DWC2026 explores:
🔹 AI & Data Governance
🔹 AI for Social Protection
🔹 AI for Just Transition
🔹 AI for Art & Culture
🔹 AI for Education & Training
Founded on: Speed Inclusive Innovation, Safety for All, & Sharing Global Gains🌍
→ Register now: unrisd.org/dwc
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📢 Themes Announced: Digital World Conference 2026
📆 21 April 2026
⏰ 09:00–18:00 CET
📍Room XI, Palais des Nations, UN Geneva
🤝Co-hosted by @UNRISD and @wdtacademy
👇Explore the thread to learn more about each theme.
🔗Register here: unrisd.org/dwc
