It’s nearing the end of the year and, as Level 1 lockdown allows, gatherings ahead of the festive season are being held across the Zululand region.

Grab your pen and diary, and make note of these upcoming events.

FRIDAY, 20 NOVEMBER – Poetry night in Empangeni
Catch Mandisa da Poet at the Poetic Night with Magcwabe event to be held in Empangeni tonight (Friday) from 5:30pm.
The well-known poet will recite his new material alongside Ukhozi FM presenter MaFresh and
local poets such as Ischomane Sembongi, Madlebe, Sabelo Mkhwanazi, Ongwaqa Nonkamisa and others.
Vocalists Sowie and Zakwethu will also be part of the programme.

TUESDAY, 24 NOVEMBER – Zululand Hospice annual Tree of Light

Breaking with tradition because of the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions, this year’s Hospice Tree of Light event will take the form of a virtual remembrance.
It takes place on Tuesday and the community can join in live on the Zululand Hospice Association’s Facebook page for the ceremony and moment of lighting the tree in remembrance of their loved ones.
The service will begin at 6.20pm.
For more information call Hospice on 035 7724910 or 035 7891961.

WEDNESDAY, 16 DECEMBER – The Market Meander

The Market Meander, which has grown in popularity since the first one in August, returns with a Christmas theme.
With stalls located all over Richards Bay, market-goers can wind their way through the suburbs while browsing and buying the many goods on offer.
A list of vendors can be obtained from the Market Meander’s Facebook page closer to the date, and all stallholders will display banners outside their venues on the day.
From clothing to jewellery, arts and crafts, cakes, other eats and drinks and many other items, the market promises something for everyone and a wonderful opportunity to do some Christmas shopping.
For more information, search The Market Meander – Zululand on Facebook.

SATURDAY, 19 DECEMBER – Mevamhlophe talent search

Are you a poet or musician with dreams of making it big?
This is your chance. Get ready for the Mevas All Talent Search to be held in the Mevamhlophe area on Saturday, 19 December.
The session is open to musicians in the hip-hop, gospel and kwaito genres.
The overall winner will be able to feature award-winning artist Sizwe Sakhe on a track, as well as perform with him in two national concerts, which will include the Bob Marley Celebration.
The winner will also be part of a mentorship programme with Zakwe.
For more information, contact Sibo Nene on 064 6393316.

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