CultureObservatory

The @SACulturalObs (SACO) supports this through 400+ research outputs & 100+ workshops nationwide, ensuring the value of the sector is recognised. Making human dignity real means expanding access & opportunity for all. #HumanRightsDay2026 #SACO #BillOfRightsAt30

On #HumanRightsDay we mark “Bill of Rights at 30: Making Human Dignity Real.” The cultural, creative & sport sectors give people a voice, preserve heritage & open doors for participation and growth.

Will you be joining us? Read for more- theherald.co.za/news/2026-03-1…

Ticket: quicket.co.za/events/357694-…

As featured in the @HeraldNMB , @dmandisi is set to take the stage at the Vive La Vivre Festival taking place tomorrow at Slipperfields.

This is an essential session for programmers, presenters, artists, educators and policy makers seeking practical takeaways for audience development, touring pipelines, and festival-led artist support. Secure your place here >> fixr.co/event/ctijf-pa…

This practical, solution-focused discussion will draw on recent research from @SoundDiplomacy & @UNESCO to explore concrete ways festivals can grow audiences, strengthen ecosystems& open international pathways for African talent.

@ConcertsSA warmly invites you to a curated industry panel on 26 March, taking place at the Artscape Theatre - Side Arena from 11:00-13:00. Titled “From Local Stages to Global Audiences: How Festivals Support African Artists,”-

The study shows that the sector contributes nearly 4% to South Africa’s GDP, reinforcing the importance of arts, culture and sport as both economic drivers and platforms for innovation and opportunity.🔗southafricanculturalobservatory.org.za/report/the-eco…

Drawing from the Economic Mapping of the Cultural, Creative and Sports Industries in South Africa by the @SACulturalObs, he reflects on how data helps demonstrate the sector’s contribution to economic growth, employment, and development.

In this discussion, Dr Sodiq Arogundade highlights the importance of evidence-based research in understanding the value of South Africa’s Cultural, Creative and Sports Industries.

To learn more about the findings, visit: pres-employment.dev/sport-arts-cul… #SACO #CreativeEconomy #PESP #ArtsAndCulture #EmploymentStimulus

SACO and TIPS would like to thank all beneficiaries who participated in the survey. Your contributions play an important role in helping us understand the impact of the programme on employment in the arts, culture and sports sector.

Delegate Discussion Session at the PES Conference Research conducted by the @SACulturalObs in partnership with @TIPS__news reveals that the @Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) in the Cultural & Creative Industries has created 83,115 direct job opportunities.

While men still hold a larger share of jobs, women’s employment is growing fast. Notably, the Audio-visual & Interactive Media sector consistently employed more women than men from 2021–2024. Read more: southafricanculturalobservatory.org.za/report/cultura…

What does gender employment look like in SA’s Cultural, Creative & Sports Industries? The Economic Mapping Study shows steady growth from 2021–2024, highlighting the sector’s growing role in job creation and the economy.

Africa–Europe Partnerships for Culture | New Call for Proposals! European Union National Institutes for Culture launches Spaces of Culture, supporting cultural collaboration projects in Sub-Saharan Africa. Deadline: 8 June 2026 | Up to €50k per project europeanspacesofculture.eu/news/africa-eu…

Researcher Dr Sodiq Arogundade shares insights from the Economic Mapping Study, highlighting why measuring the CCI s is essential for understanding their contribution to economic growth & employment.🔗 southafricanculturalobservatory.org.za/document-libra…

What is the real value of the Cultural and Creative Industries? Insights from the Economic Mapping Study by the @saculturalobs, highlight the importance of measuring the sector’s economic contribution and impact. #CulturalEconomy #CreativeSector #SACO