City of Enchantment at Sandton City

Sandton City is turning up the magic this festive season with its most enchanting experience yet. Say hello to the City of Enchantment, a brand-new holiday world that will transform the iconic centre court into a whimsical wonderland filled with shimmer, joy, and festive flair. Think Santa photos, extended shopping hours, breathtaking décor, and beautifully wrapped gifts… all in support of the SPCA.

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The Luxurious Marble Circus

The Luxurious Marble Circus is set to transcendify guests into a world like no other. With musical and theatrical performances on the main stage and tucked into a host of happical spaces, guests can expect a rhythmic rendezvous of sensational surprise. 

 

From the moment guests step into the circus dreamscape, they’ll be serenaded by soulful sounds and sustained by swizzle-stick splendour. Fanciful fare will be available to forage, sip and savour, while drifting through a decadent world of rhythm, revelry and artistic delight.

 

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Thriving Entrepreneurial Ecosystem: The SOOQ and Cricut’s Impact in South Africa

Looking at the economic wrap up in June on Stats SA the economy weakened in the first quarter, jobs declined and although the second quarter has been seen as more positive, there is still a concern for our economy in general. Small Businesses and entrepreneurs are said to be the perfect solution to pull our country’s economic state out of the “red zone” by offering more employment opportunities and boosting the economy. However, small businesses need to be provided with the resources and support necessary to survive past early stages of business – which are the most crucial according to the GEM SA Report conducted recently.

The SOOQ, a local marketplace for small businesses, and Cricut, a leading crafting technology company, have announced their partnership aimed at boosting entrepreneurship and supporting small businesses and makers in South Africa. This collaboration comes at a crucial time as the country emerges from the economic challenges of the volatile election period and the post-COVID delayed impact on small businesses, and strives to foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem both on and offline.

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ZA Fest 2024

Building on the success of last year’s inaugural ZA Fest held on KwaZulu Natal’s North Coast, an even more exhilarating and expanded version of the festival is set to captivate attendees. Prepare for an action-packed experience filled with a diverse array of live music, arts, and culture to delight in! ZA Fest returns to much acclaim, at the enchanting Manor House in Sheffield from the 14th to the 17th of June 2024. Notably, this year’s edition welcomes the inclusion of South Africa’s largest artisanal market, Kamers Market, marking their first-ever appearance in KZN.

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The South African Photographer of the Year Competition Exhibition

Join us in celebrating the art of photography and the beauty of our natural world at the South African Photographer Of The Year Exhibition showcasing the shortlisted and winning photographs. It’s a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and wildlife through the lens of South Africa’s finest photographers.

The exhibition is on from Friday, 5 April from 09h00 – 15h00 and Saturday, 6 April, from 09h00 – 12h00 at Orms Showroom, 56 Roeland St, Cape Town City Centre and there is no entrance fee.

The 2022 winning images can be viewed on https://southafricanpoty.com/winners/

For more information about the competition, please visit the South African Photographer of the Year website on www.southafricanpoty.com