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The Hertex HAUS Bellville Showroom has reopened following a comprehensive transformation, introducing a space that integrates interior design, lifestyle, and hospitality elements.

On 16 December, the Old Biscuit Mill hosted the vibrant ComUnity event, celebrating South African fashion, music, and culture with sponsorship from Jack & Coke. Attendees enjoyed the iconic Jack & Coke Ready-to-Drink (RTD) can, embodying the brand's ethos of bringing people together.

The Mother City Queer Project (MCQP) celebrated its 30th anniversary on 14 December 2024 at Gardens Commercial High School in Cape Town with a dazzling ‘Mother of Pearl’ theme. The venue transformed into an otherworldly escape, featuring four vibrant dancefloors: Purgatory, The Devine, The Depth, and The Pulse.

On Saturday, 4 January 2025, the Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Racecourse hosted the 164th L’Ormarins King’s Plate, a prominent event in South African horse racing.

The V&A Waterfront hosted a spectacular New Year's Eve celebration, solidifying its status as Cape Town's premier party spot. Thousands of locals and visitors gathered across the precinct for an evening brimming with live music, festive spirit, and world-class entertainment.

Crocs celebrated Sandals Day on 12 December 2024 with an event at Cabo Beach Club, showcasing their sandals collection to influencers and media. The event featured summer-inspired activities, including personalisation stations for Jibbitz charms and bespoke embroidery for beach towels.

autoplay, a new work by Louise Coetzer, features a blend of dance, live art, sound installation, and digital art. The show explores the interaction between humans and machines, confronting themes of identity and autonomy in the digital age.

On 29 May 2024, South Africans voted in a pivotal election, with the leadership outcome uncertain for the first time since 1994. Students from the Thokoza-based initiative, Of Soul and Joy (OSJ), documented the election day through photography, capturing historical moments.

At a time when the arts are critically underfunded globally, particularly in developing countries, Finding the Light – An Evening of Musical Theatre Super Stars! was born and will make its debut at the Artscape Opera House from 17 – 21 April 2024 in support of the Kolisi Foundation - founded by Rachel and Siya Kolisi with a mission to empower young people and positively impact local communities.

The Opera UCT talent showcase took place this week, and director Jeremy Silver announced the plan for 2024. Jeremy Silver's insights not only reaffirmed Opera UCT's status as a world-class institution but also highlighted its leadership in the realm of opera.

The newly renovated Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Racecourse hosted the L'Ormarins King's Plate on Saturday, 6 January 2024.

To celebrate the resilience of cancer survivors, giving hope to those currently battling the disease, and shedding light on the challenges faced by those fighting for their lives, the third annual Dancing Out of Cancer concert recently took centre stage at the Soweto Theatre.

In celebration of its upcoming programming slate, E! hosted a 'Feel Good TV' brunch in Johannesburg, this week.

The inaugural BMX Freestyle South African Championship took place on 27 May 2023, where Vincent Leygonie claimed the overall Pro title.

On 22 April 2023, World Earth Day, Nirox Sculpture Park hosted the inaugural MaXhosa Africa Sustainability Fashion Festival, which intended to introduce brand followers and loyal customers to the African luxury brand's sustainable practices.