Al Ansaar, one of South Africa’s most respected NPOs with a 34-year legacy of service, will launch the Al Ansaar Lakewood Festival, which will take place from October 2 to 6 at the Lakewood Conference Centre in Ormonde.

Known nationally for its impactful community programmes and its flagship annual event, the Durban Al Ansaar Souk, which draws over 100 000 visitors, Al Ansaar is now bringing that same energy, excellence and spirit of unity and upliftment to Johannesburg.

The Lakewood Festival is a celebration of community, rooted in the values of service, compassion and inclusivity.

At the heart of this festival is the Al Ansaar Foundation, which has been educating, uniting, uplifting, and informing communities.

This five-day festival promises a vibrant and inclusive experience, featuring a wide array of exhibitors and marketplace stalls, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, food courts, cultural showcases, community dialogues and panel discussions, interactive zones for youth, wellness, and business.

The media launch unveiled the theme and festival programme, featured attractions and headline exhibitors, a unique cultural and social impact segment, and strategic partnerships and community collaborations.

The Al Ansaar Lakewood Festival is made possible with the support of partners such as Dawood Frozen Foods, Sunfoil, and First National Bank (FNB).

“Al Ansaar has always been about creating spaces where community, culture, and commerce thrive,” said the Al Ansaar Lakewood Festival team.

“We’re proud to bring this next chapter of Al Ansaar to Gauteng,” added Al- Ansaar Foundation marketing director, Asif Essa.

“This festival is about community, unity, and the collective power to uplift those in need. We invite the media and public to be part of something that truly makes a difference.”

For more information, visit https://alansaargroup.com/the-al-ansaar-lakewood-festival/ or email info@alfevents.co.za