Today, 25 May is Africa Day.
The history of Africa Day is to commemorate Africa’s independence from colonial imperialists.
It is also to celebrate the reinforcement of that freedom, known as the African Union.
Here’s what you can do to celebrate in Cape Town, Joburg and Durban.
CAPE TOWN
Art Auction at Riverside College
Riverside College will be hosting a food fair and art auction to celebrate Africa Day on 26 May 2023. A piece of art will also be auctioned off to help raise funds for Irish House Children’s Hospice and for Nicaela Naude, to help her get surgery in Seattle for a rare syndrome.
Book at Webtickets.
Enjoy an African feast
Gold restaurant offers a 14-dish tasting menu from 14 African countries. Gold offers halaal dishes and also comes with vegetarian and vegan options too. The tasting menu also comes with live performances, and optional djembe drumming at an additional cost. Gold also donates unused food at the end of every night, to The Haven Shelter in Napier Street Cape Town.
Book at Gold Restaurant.
The Future of Healthcare in Africa at UCT
The Pan-African Health Sciences will be hosting a forum about the future of healthcare in Africa, with multiple professors from all around Africa, a performance by African Groove Marimba Band and dinner.
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JOHANNESBURG
Africa Day Celebration Concert with Volley Nchabeleng
Multi-percussionist, Volley Nchabeleng will play indigenous African instruments from all around the continent. Volley will be accompanied by a 6-piece band.
Get your tickets on Webtickets.
Durban
Isibuko tour
SJAVA’s latest album Isibuko, goes on tour and he offers a special Africa Day celebration at the Playhouse Theatre. The night offers reflections on the self and the collective.
Book your tickets on Webtickets.
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Ladysmith Black Mambazo’s Legacy Tour comes to SA for Africa Month
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