The Happiness Economy Tour Launches Nationally

Posted on June 16, 2024 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

Laugh your way to happiness with the renowned comedic duo Jason and Nicholas Goliath as they embark on their groundbreaking “The Happiness Economy Comedy Tour.” The tour kicks off in Johannesburg at the Theatre on the Square from June 18-22, 2024, followed by shows in Cape Town at the Protea Hotel Fire and Ice by Marriott on July 26 and 27, and in Gqeberha at One Room on August 29 and 30.

Tickets for Johannesburg, Cape Town and G Gqeberha are live and available on Webtickets.co.za. Be sure to follow @goliathandgoliath on all social media platforms to keep up with show announcements and release dates.

Promising an evening of humour that cuts to the core of everyday joy and struggle, “The Happiness Economy” is not just a comedy show—it’s a lifestyle exploration through the lens of laughter. With a perfect blend of Jason’s observational humour and Nicholas’s storytelling, this tour offers a fresh, authentic take on personal growth and the pursuit of happiness.

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Inaugural Mzansi Food & Drink Show

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

Set to become one of South Africa’s biggest culinary extravaganzas, the inaugural Mzansi Food & Drink Show will rock the Kyalami International Convention Centre from 15 to 17 June 2024.

This is the brainchild of RX Africa, the company behind some of the country’s premiere events, including Decorex, Comic Con Africa, Africa Travel Week and FAME Week Africa, and the Ring of Fire Chilli Festival.

The three-day event will incorporate two previous independently held events, the popular Fire & Feast Meat Festival and the successful Coffee & Chocolate Expo, as well as three new additions – the Fine Food & Wine Show, the Bar & Good Spirits Showcase and the Mzansi Food Market.

Says Hanli Goncalves, Portfolio Director of the Mzansi Food & Drink Show: “As a foodie nation with vastly different dishes and tastes in the melting pot, South Africans are ready for a food and drink show of this stature and we will be serving up the biggest and the best culinary show on the African continent.”

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Johnny Gill is heading to South Africa

Posted on June 6, 2024 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

Legendary R&B and soul singer, Johnny Gill, is heading to South Africa and set to captivate audiences with his live concerts at Sun City on Friday, 21 June and Time Square on Saturday, 22 June 2024.

Some fast facts about the American singer-songwriter and actor include:

· He has sold over 15 million copies worldwide as a solo artist.

· He is the sixth and final member of the R&B/pop group New Edition.

· He was a member of the super group called LSG, with Gerald Levert and Keith Sweat.

· Gill has received two Grammy Award nominations: one with New Edition and one as a solo artist.

· He has released eight solo albums, three albums with New Edition, two albums with LSG, and one collaborative album with Stacy Lattisaw.

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Relaunch and Grand Reopening of Rockets Bryanston: An Immersive Dining and Nightlife Experience

Posted on June 1, 2024 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

Last week I attended the re-launch of Rockets in Bryanston, Johannesburg, ushering in a new era of luxury dining and nightlife with a spectacular revamp. Set to rival Ibiza with its cutting-edge design and unparalleled experience, the venue is poised to maintain their renowned status as the ultimate destination for culinary delights and a vibrant nightlife destination.

A Phoenix has risen

After seven years as a beloved hotspot, Rockets Bryanston has undergone a complete transformation motivated by the desire to stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving scene. “The inspiration for this revamp was a natural progression. Over time, we noticed many similarities from new competitors in terms of the elements of our design, making it crucial for us to innovate and set ourselves apart once again.”,” says the Rockets founder and CEO Sean Barber. “Our goal was to create something unique on every floor that couldn’t be replicated, bringing Rockets into a new era.”

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Plans Announced for Singularity Summit 2024

Posted on May 28, 2024 by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem

I attended the media launch of Singularity South Africa the other day, and true to its promise to bring business leaders the latest innovations and bleeding edge breakthroughs in exponential technologies, Singularity South Africa has announced the plans for the upcoming Summit, that will return in physical format this year, in collaboration with Old Mutual. With over 1 500 delegates expected, the popular summit will take place on Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 October 2024 at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg.

Continuing its strategic focus to future proof Africa and leverage the latest innovations to solve the global challenges, the first ten international and local speakers have been announced.

World-renowned cybersecurity expert, Jaya Baloo will return to the stage to share insights on guarding the digital frontier. The genius behind Stable Diffusion, Emad Mostaque, Founder of Stability AI, will address the future of decentralized and democratized AI. The food scientist, Arturo Elizondo who has made it his life’s mission to improve the global nutrition system, will tackle the future of protein in a plant-based ecosystem. Cathy Hackl, founder of Spatial Dynamics (USA) will deliver a keynote on immersion in the spatial web.