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Somizi set to close Women's Month in style with ‘Shades of Pink' and a qualification
The event will take place at Emperors Palace in Ekurhuleni on 30 August. Media personality Somizi Mhlongo is preparing to host his highly anticipated music event, Shades of Pink. The event will take place at Emperors Palace in Ekurhuleni on 30 August. Speaking to The Citizen, Somizi said that while the event is dedicated to women, it is open to all. 'It is just a beautiful event closing off Women's Month, and it's not only for women. It's for anyone who celebrates women, anyone who is a woman, and we are just having fun in all our shades of pink,' he said. Speaking about the line-up, he explained that it is built around his industry friends. 'I always work with people I'm friends with in the industry, people that I like. I don't work with people I don't like. So it's like a family affair. That's how I choose. I simply call my friends and say, 'This is what I'm doing, can you perform for me?' and they show up. They do the same for me too, and most of them are doing it for free.' The star-studded celebration will feature a powerhouse line-up including Zee Nxumalo, DJ Zinhle, Dlala Thukzin, Lady Du, DBN Gogo and radio veteran Wilson B Nkosi. Graduation milestone Somizi is also set to graduate from the Villioti Fashion Institute later this year. He enrolled for a fashion design qualification in 2024 and confirmed that he will be completing his studies this month. 'It's my last month now, and I'm graduating in November,' he said. Following his graduation, Somizi will unveil his first fashion runway show at the Durban Fashion Fair on 19 September. He has been making waves in the fashion industry with his Sompire Kids line, which he launched in 2023. NOW READ: Ntando Duma on surrogacy rumours, private pregnancy and wedding
Eyewitness News
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- Eyewitness News
Activists accuse govt of excluding women from G20 Summit preparations
JOHANNESBURG - Some activists in Soweto have accused the government of excluding women from preparations in the lead-up to the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. The summit, where the world's biggest economies will meet under the theme: Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability, is being hosted in Africa for the first time. South Africa marked Women's Month at the beginning of August with unemployment among women still higher compared to men. Residents gathered at Diepkloof Community Hall on Thursday to raise their concerns with the Gauteng government during a G20 awareness program. ALSO READ: G20 Summit awareness programme: GP govt vows to address Soweto residents' qualms Activists say that while infrastructure repairs are underway to impress world leaders, ordinary people, particularly women, have been left in the lurch. Community leader Moseme Mosikare argued that women cannot continue to shoulder the burden of poverty and joblessness without real support from the government. 'We need help. We need to be resourced as women. We've got nothing. We're raising families out of nothing. R520 is nothing. We need lots and lots of help.' Mosikare added that lasting change must extend beyond the summit and translate into job creation and equal opportunities for women.
IOL News
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Music, anime and Bluey in Joburg this weekend
Thandiswa Mazwai will perform at the Malibongwe Arts Festival's 'Tribute to Women' festival this weekend. Image: Armand Hough / Independent Newspapers Malibongwe Arts Festival: Tribute to Women The Malibongwe Arts Festival's 'Tribute to Women' concert features a line-up of top musical acts. They include Keisha White, Makhadzi, Lloyiso, The Soil, Mi Casa, Thandiswa Mazwai and Ami Faku, who will all take to the stage in this picnic-style, family-friendly gathering this Women's Month. Attendees are urged to bring their picnic blankets and camp chairs. However, hard coolers and tables will not be allowed. Where: Marks Park in Emmarentia. When: Sunday, August 24, from 9am. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Cape Town International Animation Festival The final leg of the Cape Town International Animation Festival (CTIAF) will feature a range of offerings. This includes a curated short film compilation featuring the best of South African and African animation. 'Rorisang & The Gurlz', a new animated series, will also be screened at the event, which will also host panel discussions. Where: The Bioscope Independent Cinema in Milpark. When: Saturday, August 23, from 11am. Bluey in Johannesburg Youngsters in Joburg are in for a treat as Bluey, the much-loved Australian children's television character, will be visiting Design Quarter's Central Court for an interactive experience.
