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AfTA 2026 conference set for Tshwane University of Technology in July
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The African Theatre Association conference, AfTA 2026, will take place at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Arts Campus in July.
The event has selected 75 submissions from 92 presenters across 18 countries, including researchers from ten South African universities.
The City of Tshwane is a strategic partner, with opening and closing ceremonies at the South African State Theatre and Freedom Park.
Selected papers and performances will be published in the African Performance Review and a special issue of the South African Theatre Journal.
Registration is open for non-presenters, with early bird rates available until 30 April.
The event has selected 75 submissions from 92 presenters across 18 countries, including researchers from ten South African universities.
The City of Tshwane is a strategic partner, with opening and closing ceremonies at the South African State Theatre and Freedom Park.
Selected papers and performances will be published in the African Performance Review and a special issue of the South African Theatre Journal.
Registration is open for non-presenters, with early bird rates available until 30 April.
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3RC runs career guidance sessions for Johannesburg students
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South Africa's Career expo company, 3RC, has been running career guidance sessions across Johannesburg schools, helping learners explore future paths.
In April, Pinnacle College Linden, Reddford House Northcliff, and De La Salle Holy Cross College hosted activations for Grade 11s and matric students.
The sessions provided practical information, presentation and interactive exercises to help learners understand different careers and study options.
3RC says it helps students explore different paths and feel more confident about their future after school.
In April, Pinnacle College Linden, Reddford House Northcliff, and De La Salle Holy Cross College hosted activations for Grade 11s and matric students.
The sessions provided practical information, presentation and interactive exercises to help learners understand different careers and study options.
3RC says it helps students explore different paths and feel more confident about their future after school.
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Rocking the Vaal returns to Emerald Resort and Casino next Saturday
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Thousands are expected at Emerald Resort and Casino next Saturday for the return of Rocking the Vaal.
But it’s not just about the music — festival-goers will roll up their sleeves to help flip pancakes and cook a massive pot of chilli con carne, all in a bid to break new world records.
After setting three records last year, organisers say this year’s event is about bringing people together — giving ordinary South Africans a chance to share good food, good music, and be part of something unforgettable.
But it’s not just about the music — festival-goers will roll up their sleeves to help flip pancakes and cook a massive pot of chilli con carne, all in a bid to break new world records.
After setting three records last year, organisers say this year’s event is about bringing people together — giving ordinary South Africans a chance to share good food, good music, and be part of something unforgettable.
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The Rand is trading at 16.79 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
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The Rand is trading at 16.79 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,651.07 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 71,733.00.
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