**”Fatshimetrie: Freedom icon Robert Sobukwe honoured with film screening at former Constitution Hill Prison”**
In honour of Pan African Congress founder Robert Sobukwe, who would have turned 100 on 5 December, the multi-award winning film “Sobukwe: A Great Soul” will be screened at Constitution Hill in Johannesburg on 7 December.
Carolyn Carew of Free Women Films and Mickey Madoba Dube of One Take Media are the directors of the film, part of the SABC’s series on South African historical icons.
Prison Number 4, now Constitution Hill, is where Sobukwe was imprisoned after the Sharpeville massacre of 21 March 1960. He was later sent to Robben Island as prisoner number one, spending six years in solitary confinement.
The screening will take place in the actual prison cells where Sobukwe and his fellow activists were held, providing a unique historical resonance to this commemorative event.
*A cultural celebration not to be missed at Kwasuka Sukela*
Kwasuka Sukela, ‘Building Bridges’, is a one-day festival of art, culture, fashion and food, taking place on Saturday 15 December at Shukus Greenleaf Estate, Foxhill, Pietermaritzburg.
The programme includes storytelling, music, poetry, an art exhibition, fashion, crafts, live performances, food and a children’s play area. The event will feature renowned artists such as storytellers Gcina Mhlophe and Mzwandile Ntombela, musical performances by legendary Zulu folk jazz and blues artist Madala Kunene, as well as guitarist Themba Mokoena.
Other artists include Mthobisi Mthalane, Khethi Ntshangase, Pretty & The Music, Undivided Roots, Zolani G and the Tribe of Afro.
*Kwaito returns to Emperors Palace*
Legendary Kwaito band Trompies will headline Soulaced Sessions: House x Kwaito on Sunday 15 December at Emperors Palace (The Park).
House x Kwaito is a celebration of two musical genres that have left an indelible mark on local culture. Deep house producer Harrison Crump and Edsoul, accompanied by a live band, will accompany Trompies on stage. House DJs will include Lerato Kganyago, DJ Mbuso, Nicky B, Kitchenmess, Zeedan and Picat Da Italian.
“This is a country deeply united by our love for timeless music,” says Edsoul. “The House x Kwaito event is an opportunity for us to celebrate the culture and enduring spirit of South African music. We want to reflect on our evolution, while remembering the songs that have shaped our lives.”
This December promises to be a rich calendar of cultural and musical events, offering spectators a captivating dive into the history and artistic diversity of South Africa.
*Fatshimetrie, for news that resonates powerfully*