27/11/2024
The Nelisa Mzimela Legacy Foundation Presents the 8th INK Arts Festival: The Reunion Edition
Durban, South Africa – 20 November 2024
The Nelisa Mzimela Legacy Foundation is proud to announce the much-anticipated return of the INK Arts Festival with its 8th edition – The Reunion Edition! This exciting event will take place on Friday, 13 December 2024, at the iconic Ntuzuma A Hall [Lindelani], marking a momentous occasion for the arts and creative community.
After a six-year hiatus due to the challenges posed by COVID-19, the INK Arts Festival is making a triumphant comeback, celebrating its vibrant legacy of fostering community arts development. The festival, last held in 2018 at KwaMashu L Hall, has been reimagined and reinvigorated for its grand relaunch, promising an unforgettable experience for attendees.
A Call to Creatives and the Community
This one-day festival invites artists, creatives, arts-related businesses, podcasters, and practitioners to participate and contribute to the revival of this beloved arts program. The Nelisa Mzimela Legacy Foundation also warmly invites the INK community and the broader Durban/EThekwini Municipality to join in celebrating and elevating the festival’s legacy.
Ambassadors from 2012 to Date: Past festival ambassadors are encouraged to reunite and play a vital role in this celebration.
New Creatives Welcome: Artists and creatives looking to participate in this year’s festival are invited to submit applications before 01 December 2024.
What to Expect
Attendees can look forward to a spectacular lineup of performances and features, including:
- Scelo Gowane – Afro-Pop sensation.
- DJ BlaqMajor – Lindelani's record-breaking DJ.
- DJ Soulistic** – Renowned for electrifying sets.
- The Kholwa Brothers – International award-winning performers.
- Exclusive Screening – The Rise Up, a four-part documentary series exploring the journey of Durban artists migrating to Johannesburg in pursuit of greater opportunities. Co-produced by Nelisa Mzimela and Qiqa Mkholosa (2022).
Exhibitor Opportunities
The festival offers an opportunity for businesses and vendors to showcase and sell their products. Stall spaces are available for booking.
Save the Date and Get Involved!
To request an application form or for more information:
- Email: [email protected]
- Call/WhatsApp: Nelisa Mzimela at 078 609 5201
The 8th INK Arts Festival: The Reunion Edition is more than an event—it’s a celebration of resilience, creativity, and community spirit. Save the date and be part of this incredible journey as we continue to elevate the arts! Enjoy all of this and more for just a R 20.00 per person at the door.