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Get ready to groove to the rhythm of spring and indulge in a culinary and shopping adventure like no other at Rosebank Mall’sSpring Street Feast on Saturday, 7 September 2024.
From 10h00 to 19h00, the vibrant space adjoining the mall on Bath Avenue will come alive with the sights, sounds, and flavours of this festive celebration, offering an experience that promises to satisfy both your appetite and your desire for fun.
Spring is the season of renewal, and what better way to embrace it than by immersing yourself in an atmosphere brimming with live entertainment? Whether you’re looking to quench your thirst or simply soak in the lively ambiance, our selection of craft beverages will not disappoint.
South Africans are in for a treat this summer as an out-of-the-ordinary food and music festival sets up stage at Ground The Venue in Muldersdrift on 26 and 27 October 2024.
Curated by some of the country’s most creative and disruptive minds, The Luxurious Marble Circus is a grand collaboration by the Marble Group, Grid Worldwide, G&G Productions and Investec. Straying from all that is usually expected at a festival, this two-day event fuses fine dining with an elaborate outdoor experience, exquisite entertainment, and spectacular theatrics.
Football fans across Africa have plenty to look forward to as the 2024/25 European football season is almost underway. ESPN Africa will once again be broadcasting the Belgian Jupiler Pro League, English Football League, Eredivisie, the German DFB-Pokal Cup, the National Women’s Soccer League andthe Scottish Professional Football League. Plus, the Turkish Süper Lig has been added to its programming, promising audiences across the continent an enthralling experience with the most exciting football moments from Europe.
The Süper Lig is seeking to establish itself as one of the top divisions in Europe and is one that has always piqued the interest of punters. The stakes will be high at every level, this year, as 20 of Turkey’s best clubs battle it out starting in August 2024 and running until May 2025.
Businesswoman and now author, Katie Mohamed is thrilled to announce the launch of her first book, Brave, Today, a compelling memoir and motivational guide designed to empower readers to embrace courage and learn from the innate wisdoms scattered throughout their personal life journeys.
In a powerful and inspiring event, her book was officially launched to a captivated audience at Al-Hamra restaurant in Sandton. The event was a celebration of resilience, empowerment, and the power personal stories carry to inspire change.
Lebogang Mashile and Katie Mohamed
Katie Mohamed, an advocate for women’s empowerment and an influential voice in South Africa, has poured her heart and experience into Brave,Today, a book that encourages readers to confront their fears and embrace their inner strength. The launch was attended by a diverse group of individuals, including leaders in business, media, and the arts, as well as friends, family, and supporters of the author.
The evening began with a warm welcome from the event’s host, renowned poet Lebogang Mashile, who spoke to the importance of storytelling in driving social change and cohesion. Speakers such as Stavros Nicolau and Yvonne Chaka Chaka praised the author for her authenticity and her contributions to gender equity, media and positive change in the country. Guests were then treated to a conversation where the Katie shared her journey of writing Brave, Today, the challenges she faced, and the motivation behind her work.
Katie’s reflections resonated deeply with the audience, particularly when she spoke about the importance of authenticity and courage in a world that often demands conformity. “Brave, Today is not just a book; it’s a movement. I wanted to create something that not only tells my story, but also encourages others to tell theirs,” said Mohamed during the discussion.
E! Entertainment Television – the pop culture channel from NBCUniversal International Networks & DTC – announced the start of production for Dating #NoFilter, a 10 x 60’ unscripted comedy dating series produced by Brainstorm Entertainment.
Licensed globally by NBCUniversal Formats, the format originally aired on E! in the US and is being adapted for the African audience with filming in progress at Mall of Africa in Johannesburg. The show is set to premiere exclusively on E! Africa (DStv channel number 124) later this year.
Dating #NoFilter will follow a group of singles on blind dates whose search for love will be accompanied by commentaries from some of South Africa’s most hilarious celebrities. Amongst the 15 comedic cast are comedian, TV personality and actor Jason Goliath (E!’s Celebrity Game Night, Ses’ Top La); actress and radio personality Hope Mhbele; and media personality and content creator Lebogang Tlokana – also known as “The Funny Chef”.
Jason and the other comics will watch the dates unfold, offering unfiltered commentary on each moment – from every awkward interaction to every touching glance. Inevitable dating disasters aside, the hope is that the couples will form genuine connections.