News Bulletin of 15 February 2026, 8am

The Goethe Institut Johannesburg will host International Mother Language Day on Saturday, 21 February in Parkwood.
The event brings together storytellers, language teachers, filmmakers, and musicians for workshops, panel discussions, STEM sessions, film screenings, and live performances.
Johannesburg flautist and composer Vuyo Viwe Tshwele will perform alongside local DJs, while cultural organisations set up activity stands for visitors.
Entry is free, and tickets are available on Quicket.

Cape Town will host the Moja Chess Extravaganza in April 2026, bringing together players from across South Africa and abroad for six days of competition.
The tournament gives African players the opportunity to earn international ratings and compete against Grandmasters without travelling overseas.
Nearly 700 players took part last year, and organisers expect about 1,000 participants in 2026 across elite, women’s, junior, senior, and developing sections.
With players, families, and officials spending the week in the city, the event is expected to increase bookings for local hotels, restaurants and transport services.

American group Boyz II Men is set to return to South Africa this May, bringing their signature sound to fans in Cape Town and Pretoria.
Performances will kick of at the Grand Arena in Cape Town on May 27 and continuing at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria on May 29 and 30.
Founding member Nathan Morris has expressed the group's excitement about the upcoming tour---saying they are looking forward to reconnecting with their South African fans.