3 – 11 OCT 2026
Presented by Naledi JournalistDaniëlla van Heerden’s popular podcast, ’n Ma & ’n mikrofoon, serves as the inspiration for her book Die hart van ’n ma. Every phase of parenting is discussed and celebrated in this collection: the uncertainty of a first pregnancy, the excitement of a new arrival, the challenges of the teenage years, and […]
Presented by Painted Dog Press In The Crying Bride & Other Hallucinations, Dominique Botha weaves together autobiography and fiction to create a vivid portrait of the South African landscape. In this collection of shorter writing her gaze travels between the Highveld and Europe, family archives and hotel bars, humor and mourning.Danie Maraistalks to Botha about […]
2024 With Lida Botha, June van Merch, Susanne Beyers, Theresa Sedras, Jacques Bessenger Elsabe Marais, a widow in her 80s, and her three elderly friends embark on a hilarious road trip across the Karoo to experience a meteor shower in Sutherland. They have three days to get there, but to reach their destination in time, […]
Presented by Tafelberg Annemarié van Niekerkwas lauded in 2023 for the publication of her memoir,Onder ’n bloedrooi hemel, which was also adapted into a highly successful theatre production. Now she is back with a novel. Die oorkant tells the story of Ada, who is forced to leave the farm where she grew up. She returns […]
Presented by Queillerrie Two Van der Merwes walk into a writers’ room… One of them is Carel van der Merwe, award-winning author of books like Geldwolf, Donker stroom and Kansvatter. The other is Schalk van der Merwe, historian, musician and avid reader of spy fiction. But this is not the setup for a joke: what […]
There are many fascinating stories to be told about South African Sauvignon Blanc. Discover them in the company of award-winning Stellenbosch winemakers and taste the best Sauvignon Blanc from the region – from fresh coastal styles to complex ones with excellent aging potential. The Story of South African Sauvignon Blanc, a magnificent coffee table book, […]
Presented by Queillerrie On the cusp of 60, with her youngest child about to leave home, the main character of Die vrou met nege lewens struggles to find peace within herself. The only constant in her life seems to be her care for cats. Debbie Loots’ latest novel is about the search for meaning and […]
Presented by Tafelberg Etienne van Heerden’s new novel marks a surprising turn in his oeuvre: a literary spy thriller that doubles as a story of tragic love and a travelogue. Three Stellenbosch students are recruited as agents for the mysterious “Diereriem” (Zodiac) and become inextricably linked by a campus tragedy. Diereriemtells the story of Antonie […]
With Amanda Strydom, Coenraad Rall(pianist) Between tall office blocks in a big city, stands the Diva – once a glamorous theatre, now a tragic shadow of its former self. In the dressing room, an old chanteuse sits in front of the mirror. Beatrice le Seur (once Bets le Roux of Fordsburg) remembers the old days […]
With Philip Southey What happens when you combine piano, electric and Spanish guitars, Irish whistle, synthesiser, djembe, Afrikaans rap… and a bagpipe? Come let the Doktor show you. This kaleidoscopic journey through Celtic laments, jazz piano, 80s synth pop, 90s rock, African beats and Spanish guitar is a musical feast. All sounds created live; nothing […]
With Lelanie van der Berg(vocals), Philip Vermeulen(guitar), Melisizwe Plaatjie (piano) Draai die ligte na môre is a unique, intimate musical experience that invites audiences to listen and truly feel. Jazz, ghoema, and contemporary world sounds are woven into original songs that are fresh, honest, and deeply moving. United by a shared passion for music, these […]
With Danie Niehaus, Mathys Roets, Germandt Geldenhuys, Matthys Maree(piano) One stage, three voices, three personalities – three of the best! Despite each artist’s diverse musical style, together this ensemble is known for their a cappella and ensemble singing. They create a seamless mosaic of sound – from pop, to ballads, to light classical music, that […]
