Mall of the South invites local artists, creatives and environmental enthusiasts to take part in its From Waste to Art sculpture competition, a creative initiative aligned with its ESG pillar and commitment to sustainability.

This campaign celebrates innovation, creativity and environmental consciousness by challenging participants to transform waste or recyclable materials into breathtaking works of art.

How it works:

• You will create an original sculpture made entirely from waste or recyclable materials should you be selected into the second round of the competition after the selection of proposals submitted by the deadline date, November 28.

• Submit your entry (a handwritten proposal detailing your art piece) by November 28 to be considered as one of the Top 20 semi-finalists, whose completed artworks will be exhibited at Mall of the South for a month-long public display.

• Shoppers will have the opportunity to vote for their favourite sculptures throughout the exhibition period using a unique QR code.

• The top five sculptures will be selected for the final judging round based on the most customer votes received.

• The judges will select the final two winners on January 22, 2026, at Mall of the South, based on the submission guidelines provided. This will take place at a Winners Announcement event at Mall of the South.

• The two winning artists will each receive a cash prize of R20 000 at the announcement breakfast on January 22, 2026.

Key dates:

• Entry deadline: November 28

• Finalist announcement: December 1

• Exhibition and public voting: December 16 to January 20, 2026

• Winners announced: January 22, 2026

Join Mall of the South in turning waste into wonder and art into action. Let us create a sustainable future together, one sculpture at a time.

To enter: Visit www.mallofthesouth.co.za for submission guidelines and entry requirements, then email your entry to sibongile@mallmarketing.co.za