Siphokazi Jonas

1 week ago | martinmyersct.com | Martin Myers |Siphokazi Jonas

The Open Book Festival is set to enrich the literary landscape of Cape Town with its highly anticipated Workshop Week from 2nd to 7th June 2025, primarily hosted at the picturesque Bertha House in Mowbray. This year’s programme boasts an impressive array of acclaimed writers and industry professionals, offering an eclectic mix of hands-on workshops designed to ignite creativity and hone writing skills. Siphokazi Jonas is presenting on 4th June from 13h00 til 16h00

Feb 13, 2025 | martinmyersct.com | Martin Myers |Siphokazi Jonas |Sipho Hotstix Mabuse

It dawned on me I have been in the entertainment economy since 1985, whilst at UCT Radio. Cleaning out we found some posters and articles, so I thought to post. Penguins in Bondage, The Usual, Seether, Hotstix and now Siphokazi Jonas. Can’t believe it has been 40 years this year 2025. We will find an article or two as well regarding 17 years at BMG records in Cape Town (head of media and marketing). BMG later became Sony Music.

Feb 7, 2025 | martinmyersct.com | Martin Myers |Siphokazi Jonas

A dazzling evening of fun and entertainment at Artscape to invest in the future of The Masque and Siphokazi Jonas is on the bill. A night of fun, laughter and entertainment awaits at a historic benefit evening to be held at Artscape, celebrating the legacy of The Masque Theatre while raising funds to invest in its future.

Feb 5, 2025 | martinmyersct.com | Martin Myers |Siphokazi Jonas

Yesterday 4th February was an absolutely outstanding day. Siphokazi spent the afternoon with approximately 1000 learners at Westerford High School discussing her book, WEEPING BECOMES A RIVER. Together, they laughed, reflected, and she challenged them to embody their authentic selves and creativity wherever they go. THIS is a core reason why she wrote the book. As teacher Steve Anderson remarked post the 45 minutes chat:“Thanks SO much for today.

Jan 8, 2025 | martinmyersct.com | Martin Myers |Siphokazi Jonas

The fourth Cape Flats Book Festival returns to West End Primary School in Lentegeur, Mitchell’s Plain, on Saturday and Sunday February 1 and 2. The FREE festival is organised annually by Read to Rise, a non-profit organisation that promotes youth literacy in poor communities. Siphokazi Jonas is on stage on 2 February – see poster below  “The Cape Flats Book Festival is rewriting the narrative of the Cape Flats by bringing stories, ideas and dreams to life.