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  • NMB Choose to Challenge Baywest Mall

    NMB Choose to Challenge Baywest Mall

    NMB Choose to Challenge Baywest Mall

    from 02 Aug 2025 07:00

    About

    Race start times:
    10km: 07h00
    5km:07h15
    1km dash: 08h40
    The cut off time is at 08h40 for the 10km and 5km, 9:00 for the 1km.
    The start is at the Baywest Mall entrance 4
    Collection of race numbers (pre-entries) and late entries will be accepted at the
    Baywest Mall Centre court between 14h00 and 18h00 on Friday 1 August 2025, and from 06h00 in the morning day of the event
    Online entries are available on www.webtickets.co.za until 22h00 on Tuesday 29 July2025.
    For more information, contact Michael Mbambani on 079 149 6796, Irene van Eeden on 083 299 1775 or contact EP Athletics (041 3742818) during office hours (Monday – Friday 09h00 – 14h00) or email [email protected].

    Venue

    Baywest Mall, Baywest Boulevard, Hunters Retreat, Gqeberha, South Africa   Location on Google Maps

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  • The Longest Day 2025

    The Longest Day 2025

    The Longest Day 2025

    from 02 Aug 2025 07:00

    About

    A 12-hour track race for runners and walkers, individual or three member teams, to be held at Collegians Club, Pietermaritzburg on 02 August 2025.
    Runners (or Running Teams) are required to run a minimum of 80 kms and Walkers (Or Walking Teams), a minimum of 60 kms, in the allotted 12 hours. Solo entrants must be a minimum age of 20 years and Team entrants minimum age of 19 years on race day.
    Entries close: 28 July 2025
    “If you don’t try it, you won’t know, will you?”
    .
    EVENT RULES
    1. Participants are to obey the instructions of the event organizers, Marshalls and Officials.
    2. Solo entrants must be a minimum age of 20 years and Team entrants minimum age of 19 years on race day.
    3. Participants must wear their race number on the front of the upper body clothing
    4. The number of entrants will be limited to 100 runners and 50 walkers
    (Note a team will be regarded as one runner/walker).
    5. Only entries on the official entry form will be accepted.
    6. No pacing will be permitted.
    7. Only stand and hand seconding will be permitted.
    8. No refund of entry fees or substitutions will be considered.
    9. Runners and walkers are not permitted to run or walk side by side for more than 10 metres per lap.
    Please be considerate to those competing.
    10. Finish positions are determined by the total distance covered within 12 hrs and
    is not related to the speed at which the minimum distance was achieved.
    11. Runners and running teams must complete a minimum of 80 kms within 12 hrs to be regarded as finishers.
    Similarly, walkers and walking teams must complete a minimum of 60 kms within 12 hrs.
    IN ADDITION TO ALL THE RULES THAT APPLY TO INDIVIDUAL RUNNERS/WALKERS, THE FOLLOWING APPLY TO THE TEAM EVENT:
    1. All three team members must individually sign the indemnity form.
    2. Only one team member may be on the track at any one time and each person is required to remain in their designated lane whilst competing.
    3. The “baton” that is passed on from one team member to the next is the timing chip which will be supplied. This must be secured around either ankle.
    4. The exchange of the chip must take place in the designated transition area which will be marked off just beyond the timing mat.
    5. There is no stipulation regarding the order of your team members, or when, or how often, or what distance each person must cover. This is all at the discretion of each team and their own team strategy. The only requirement is, in order to qualify as a finisher, that the team completes the minimum distance within 12 hrs.
    6. The order of finishing teams is determined by the total distance covered in 12 hours and is not related to the speed at which the minimum distance was achieved.
    7. When exiting and entering the tracks to and from the transition zone please be mindful of other (tired!) competitors.
    8. Check behind you before changing direction.

    Venue

    381 Boshoff Street, Pietermaritzburg, KZN  Location on Google Maps


  • TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship Bursaries 2026

    TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship Bursaries 2026


    TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship Bursaries 2026

    The Foschini Group (TFG Limited) invites South African students to apply for the TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship Bursary for the 2026 academic year.

    Fellowship Application Closing Date: 30 September 2025

    Fellowship Location: South Africa (Public Universities Only)


    About the TFG Fellowship

    The TFG Fellowship is aimed at postgraduate students pursuing research or coursework-based Master’s Degrees in Data Science or related fields. The programme seeks to develop a new generation of data specialists equipped with the technical and leadership skills to drive innovation and transformation in South Africa.

    TFG believes in the power of big data to solve the country’s biggest challenges and make better, informed decisions. Through this initiative, TFG aims to build a strong pipeline of skilled data science professionals for the business and the country at large.


    What the Fellowship Covers

    The TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship will cover:

    • Full tuition fees
    • Living allowance
    • Meal allowance
    • Study equipment
    • Participation in a TFG event at the company’s Head Office in Cape Town

    Eligibility Requirements

    Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:

    • Must be a South African citizen
    • Must be studying or accepted to study a Masters Degree in Data Science or a related field
    • Must be entering the 1st or 2nd year of Masters studies in 2026
    • Must be enrolled or accepted at a recognised South African public university
    • Must demonstrate:
      • Academic excellence
      • Creativity and innovation
      • Strong leadership potential
    • Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups

    Required Supporting Documents

    You must upload the following with your online application:

    • Certified copy of your South African ID
    • Academic record, including June 2025 results
    • Proof of acceptance into a public university
    • A clear, professional profile photo (head and shoulders)

    How to Apply

    Online Application:
    Click here to apply for the TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship 2026

    📖 Before applying, please read the guidelines on the Study Trust Bursary Applications Page


    Important Dates

    Application Deadline: 30 September 2025
    Late applications will not be considered.

  • THE NAKED GUN

    THE NAKED GUN

    About

    Directed : Akiva Schaffer
    Starring: Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser.
    Look out Crime. He’s fully Armed.
    This crime action comedy reboot is the fourth film in the franchise.
    The law’s reach never stretched this far.

    Venue

    Labia Theatre  Location on Google Maps

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  • Biko and The TRC

    Biko and The TRC

    About

    Biko and The TRC is a powerful exploration of truth, justice, and legacy in post-apartheid South Africa.
    This thought-provoking performance delves into the enduring impact of Steve Biko’s philosophy of Black Consciousness, set against the backdrop of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
    Through a blend of dramatic narrative, historical reflection, and compelling dialogue, the event invites audiences to examine the complexities of healing, memory, and resistance in the wake of systemic oppression.

    Venue

    Langenhoven High School, Paul Kruger Drive, Pretoria and Townlands 351-J, Pretoria, South Africa   Location on Google Maps


  • Evolution of Women in Leadership Conference

    Evolution of Women in Leadership Conference

    Evolution of Women in Leadership Conference

    from 01 Aug 2025 08:00

    About

    Join the Wear Your Brand Foundation on 1–2 August 2025 at Bayside Hotel, Cape Town for an inspiring two-day leadership conference. This event empowers women through entrepreneurship, vocational training, and impact dialogue to combat GBVF and drive sustainable change in communities across South Africa.

    Venue

    Bayside Hotel, Cape Town  Location on Google Maps

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  • Stevovo the Puppeteer

    Stevovo the Puppeteer

    Stevovo the Puppeteer

    01 – 10 August 2025

    About

    The play follows the journey of an artist who has fallen into hardships. With his now pregnant girlfriend, the pressure to provide gets even worse.
    Genre: Drama
    Age Restriction: 16+

    Venue

    Sibusiso Khwinana at SA State Theatre, Pretoria  Location on Google Maps

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  • 12th South African International Ballet Competition

    12th South African International Ballet Competition

    12th South African International Ballet Competition

    from 31 Jul 2025 10:00

    About

    The 12th South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) returns to the Artscape from 29th to 31st of July 2025 and attracts dancers of the highest calibre from South Africa and across the globe. This year, jury members will be represented from China, Canada, South Korea, Switzerland, South Africa, Belgium, and the United States. 
    29 July 2025 at 18h00 Scholar Classical, Junior Contemporary, & Senior Classical
    30 July 2025 at 14h00 Choreography in Groups.
    30 July 2025 at 18h00 Scholar Contemporary, Junior Classical, & Senior Contemporary
    31 July 2025 at 10h00 Finals
    31 July 2025 at 19h00 Closing Performance

    The 12th South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC), supported by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), takes place from the 29th to the 31st of July 2025 at Artscape.
    The International competition has three age groups: ages 9 to 12 (Scholar), 13 to 16 (Junior), and 17 to 22 (Senior), in both Classical Ballet and Contemporary categories and is also open to duets, trios and groups.
    Entry videos should be sent to [email protected].For more information please visit the website click here
    The SAIBC gratefully acknowledges the invaluable support from the City of Cape Town, The Mary Oppenheimer & Daughter Foundation, Lift Airline and the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) that relies on funds from the proceeds of the National Lottery. The Lotteries Act and regulations guide how NLC funding may be allocated. The NLC wants the grants to make a difference in the lives of all South Africans, especially those more vulnerable, and to improve the sustainability of the beneficiary organisations. Available funds are distributed to registered and qualifying non-profit organisations in the fields of charities, arts, culture and national heritage; and sport and recreation. By placing its emphasis on areas of greatest need and potential, the NLC contributes to South Africa’s development
    Duration: 2 hours
    Age Restriction: Family
    Kindly note Artscape provides wheelchair seating. You can book directly via this website but should you require assistance please call Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 76 95 who will assist with navigation and booking.

    Venue

    Artscape, Opera House, Cape Town  Location on Google Maps

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  • Investec CSI Bursaries 2026

    Investec CSI Bursaries 2026


    Investec CSI Bursaries 2026

    Investec invites South African students to apply for the Investec CSI Bursary Programme for the 2026 academic year.

    Bursary Application Closing Date: 30 September 2025
    Location: South Africa (Public Universities only)

    Fields of Study

    Bursaries will be awarded for full-time undergraduate studies in the following fields relevant to the financial services sector:

    • Actuarial Science
    • Business Science
    • Commerce (Accounting, Business Economics, Economics, Finance, Investments)
    • Commercial LLB
    • Computer Science (BSc)
    • Engineering
    • Informatics (BCom)
    • Information Science
    • Information Technology (BSc/Bachelor of)
    • Mathematics
    • Medicine Degrees (MBCHB)
    • Science

    Eligibility Criteria

    Applicants must meet these minimum requirements:

    • Be a South African citizen.
    • Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
    • Intend to study or be in 1st year of full-time undergraduate study in an eligible field.
    • Be studying at a public university in South Africa (not private).
    • Achieve minimum results in Matric as follows:
      • 70% for Mathematics (not Maths Literacy)
      • 70% for English FAL or 65% for English HL
      • 60% for all other subjects
    • If already at university, must have an overall average of at least 60% in the first semester.
    • Actuarial Science applicants must be in 1st year, unless studying Business Science at UCT.

    Required Documents

    Upload clear copies of the following with your online application:

    • Certified copy of South African ID
    • Matric certificate or latest results
    • 2025 mid-year results or progress report
    • Proof of household income (payslips/affidavits/bank statements)
    • Death certificates of parents (if applicable)
    • Divorce certificate or sworn affidavit (if applicable)

    How to apply

    Click here to apply for the Investec CSI Bursary 2026

    Email: [email protected]
    Tel: 011 403 1632

    Before applying, read the StudyTrust bursary instructions.


    Closing Date

    30 September 2025
    (No late applications will be accepted)

  • The Creative Circle Full Circle 2025

    The Creative Circle Full Circle 2025

    The Creative Circle Full Circle 2025

    from 30 Jul 2025 09:30

    About

    The Creative Circle Full Circle 2025, in partnership with Ster Kinekor is an inspiring showcase of the top trends, insights and award winning work from Cannes, the International Festival of Creativity, the Creative Circle SA. Join us for this inspiriting annual event curated and presented by The Creative Circle Cannes Lions judges, Ann Nurock – Cannes Trend Spotter and a panel of Open chair delegates who shared their first experience at the event.

    Venue

    V&A Waterfront, Cine 12, Cape Town  Location on Google Maps