ABBA: The Movie – Fan Event at Ster Kinekor

The ultimate ABBA party is about to hit Ster-Kinekor cinemas, for two days only on 08 and 10 October.

Have the time of your life when ABBA: The Movie dances into cinemas for a special two-day fan event! Captured by director Lasse Hallström during the iconic group’s mega-successful tour of Australia, this newly remastered film will take you on a flashback journey to the 1970s when disco reigned supreme and ABBA was music royalty.

Including backstage footage as well as full-length performances of some of ABBA’s greatest hits including “Dancing Queen”, “SOS”, “Name Of The Game” and “Waterloo”, the film provides a rare look at the hugely successful band during the height of their popularity.

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E! Hosts Feel Good TV Brunch at E L & N Cafe

In celebration of its upcoming programming slate, E! – the multi-platform brand dedicated to all things pop culture from NBCUniversal International Networks & Direct-to-Consumer (NBCUIN & DTC) – hosted a “Feel Good TV” brunch in Johannesburg, this week. At the event, hosted by Anele Mdoda, E! revealed the impressive lineup of programming coming to the channel this October, as well as a new brand campaign for the channel. Mdoda stunned in a pink number, while she described the upcoming content as “exciting and super feel-good!”

Viewers across Africa can look forward to brand new series Black Pop: Celebrating the Power of Black Culture and House of Villains, as well as fan favourites Botched and Million Dollar Listing New York, returning with new seasons, all premiering this month.

Guests, including Msizi James, Karishma Ramdev, Tansey Coetzee, Mimi Mahlasela, Prev Reddy, Abigail Visagie, Margo Fargo, Karabo Didi, Taryn Louch and Gina Myers, were treated to a themed brunch at the newly opened EL&N Café at Mall of Africa with the feel-good experience completed with gift bags filled with fragrance from Guess and cosmetics from Revlon.

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KFC as Comic Con Africa’s Wingman

Comic Con Africa, the continent’s most epic pop culture event, is thrilled to have its official wingman, KFC Africa, as its headline sponsor again for this year’s festival over Heritage Day Weekend (22 to 25 September 2023 at Nasrec). Brimming with excitement and armed with their famous secret recipe, KFC is ready to take centre stage once again as the official Wingman of Comic Con Africa.

With the Comic Con Africa festival continuing to grow – offering more for pop culture and gaming fans than ever – the iconic fast-food brand dons its Wingman cape to join forces with Comic Con Africa, providing fans and attendees with an unforgettable experience. The partnership promises an action-packed event filled with delectable delights and finger-lickin’ good fun.

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Levi’s® Makes a Stylish Entrance in The Zone Rosebank, Johannesburg

Levi’s® is thrilled to unveil its new retail space in Rosebank, a district that sits at the heart of Johannesburg’s design and creative landscape. The opening, which took place on the 14th of September 2023, brought fashion, art and the creative community together for a curated evening that celebrated the history and future of the brand.

The event featured live illustrators who gave attendees the opportunity to bring home personalised keepsakes ranging from brand drawings to custom portraits. A treats table offered guests a casual dining experience with a selection of sweet and savoury options, all complemented by Jack Black beer and sodas from Pura. 

The Levi’s® brand is known for elevating everyday moments, and their signature photobooth was no exception. Here, guests could create Insta-worthy snapshots that immortalised the launch. Setting the mood was DJ Deniece Marz, whose beats served as a backdrop for the evening and also showcased Levi’s® ongoing commitment to promoting female talent. To wrap up the event, a denim ribbon cutting ceremony marked the official inauguration of the Rosebank store in a way that was quintessentially Levi’s®. 

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Telkom VS Gaming at Comic Con Africa 2023

Telkom VS Gaming, the official gaming and connectivity partner of Comic Con Africa, is set to elevate the gaming experience where they will once again host the league finals between 22-25 September 2023.

Comic Con Africa promises an action-packed weekend where esports competitions, cosplay, artists, and gaming enthusiasts come together to celebrate pop culture and gaming.

Telkom remains committed to driving the local esports industry forward by providing improved spectator access, increased awareness, education, and a fun and rewarding environment for both professional and casual gaming enthusiasts. This year, Telkom will elevate the gaming experience for fans and participants alike in the gaming hall where attendees will witness the Telkom VS Gaming Masters, the Telkom VS Gaming Championships, eDiski and High School eSport League (HSEL) finals.

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