Launched in the lead-up to Mandela Day 2026, the campaign set out to celebrate the unsung heroes of community sport, the clubs, organisations, coaches and volunteers who go beyond the game to create opportunities, build confidence, inspire hope and provide safe spaces for young people to thrive.

The response from the public was overwhelming, with nominations pouring in from the community, highlighting organisations that are making a meaningful difference through soccer, rugby, netball, athletics, dance, tennis, karate, fitness programmes and other sporting initiatives. Each nominee represents the transformative power of sport and its ability to unite communities, develop future leaders and create lasting social impact.

Finalists Announced

The Top 13 finalists have now been selected and are being showcased in a special in-mall photographic exhibition located in the Food District. The exhibition brings each organisation’s story to life through powerful imagery and inspiring narratives, giving shoppers a glimpse into the lives being transformed through their projects and programmes.

The thirteen finalists are:

1. 9Miles Project
   Using the power of surfing to build confidence, resilience, life skills, and brighter futures for youth in coastal communities.
2. House of Power Karate Academy
   Empowering young people through karate by developing discipline, confidence, self-defence skills, and strong character.
3. Westridge Yankees
   Keeping young athletes active year-round through grassroots baseball and softball development in the community.
4. Play Sport4Life
   Creating opportunities for children and youth through sport, leadership development, and life-changing mentorship programmes.
5. Lentegeur Volleyball Club
   Nurturing leadership, creating a sense of belonging, and motivating young people to realise their full potential through volleyball.
6. Just Planting Seeds
   Transforming lives through rugby by creating safe spaces, building leaders, and empowering youth to overcome challenges.
7. Westridge Football Club
   Developing football talent while promoting teamwork, discipline, leadership, and positive community involvement.
8. Red Rovers FC
   Combining football development with life-skills and discipline programmes to help young people thrive on and off the field.
9. Home Fighters Netball Club
   Providing a safe and supportive environment where girls and women can develop confidence, strengthen teamwork, and achieve sporting excellence.
10. Tafelzucht
    Bringing communities together through soccer, netball, and cricket while creating opportunities for youth development and education.
11. Karate Satori
    Building stronger, safer communities through karate, self-defense training, youth mentorship, and nutritional support.
12. Woodlands Archery Academy
    Introducing youth to the focus, discipline, and precision of archery while promoting positive community engagement.
13. Khaye Gymnastics Club
    Developing future champions through rope skipping while creating pathways to provincial and national sporting success.

Community Invited to Vote

Now, the community has the opportunity to decide who will be crowned Liberty Promenade’s Power of Sport Champion 2026. Visitors are encouraged to explore the exhibition, learn about the incredible work being done by each finalist and cast their vote for the organisation they believe is making the greatest impact.

Voting is open from 7 July 2026 at Liberty Promenade Mall, where visitors can cast their vote by submitting a till slip of any value, clearly marked with their contact details on the back, into the entry boxes at the exhibition. The finalist who receives the most votes will be awarded up to R20 000 to support their work. Voting closes on 27 July 2026. Two shoppers who vote will also stand a chance to win a R 1000 Liberty Promenade shopping voucher each. The winners will be announced on 31 July 2026 as part of Liberty Promenade’s Mandela Day celebrations.

“Sport has the unique ability to inspire, unite and transform lives,” says Liberty Promenade General Manager, Brenda Bibby. “Through this campaign, we wanted to celebrate the organisations that are using sport as a force for good and give our community the opportunity to recognise the incredible work they do every day.”

On selected days, the finalist organisations will be present in the Food District, providing an opportunity for visitors to meet their representatives, learn more about their programmes, and discover how they are making a difference in local communities. Be sure to follow the mall’s social media channels for the latest dates and times and come show your support for these incredible organisations.

For Liberty Promenade, the campaign is about more than recognising sporting excellence; it is about celebrating resilience, community spirit and the people who are creating brighter futures, one game, one training session and one young life at a time.

For more information on the finalists and campaign, visit libertypromenade.co.za or follow Liberty Promenade on Facebook, Instagram @libertypromenademall_za and TikTok @libertypromenademall.

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Part new adventure, part greatest hits celebration, JACKASS BEST AND LAST sees the gang reunite to push the boundaries of common sense once again, delivering brand-new stunts and stupidity alongside some of the biggest laughs and most unforgettable moments from the past 25 years. Equal parts nostalgic and outrageously over-the-top, the film celebrates the mischievous friendships that turned a wildly irresponsible idea into a global phenomenon.

One Last Fling for the World’s Most Fearless Idiots

For fans who grew up watching shopping trolleys collide, impossible dares unfold as Knoxville and company willingly put themselves in harm’s way for a laugh. JACKASS BEST AND LAST promises to be the ultimate farewell.

The film reunites fan favourites including Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Chris Pontius, Wee Man, Dave England, Danger Ehren and Preston Lacy, alongside Rachel Wolfson, Jasper, Dark Shark, Poopies and Zach Holmes for one final round of mayhem. Whether it is ridiculous stunts, painfully funny mishaps or the gang’s unmatched chemistry, audiences can expect everything they have come to love from the Jackass universe turned up to full volume.

A Celebration 25 Years in the Making

JACKASS BEST AND LAST is a loud, laugh-out-loud celebration of unforgettable moments, bad decisions and genuine friendship. Directed by Jeff Tremaine and produced by longtime collaborators Jeff Tremaine, Spike Jonze, Johnny Knoxville and Shanna Newton, the film captures the spirit that made Jackass a cultural phenomenon.

So, grab your dumb little buddies, raise a glass and prepare for the cinematic event that promises to be the last time audiences will ever laugh this hard in a cinema.

For regular updates building up to release and more crazy antics, follow @paramountpicsza.

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From Wednesday 1 July to Sunday 19 July 2026, the centre’s old cinema space in the Food District will transform into a glowing interactive studio where children and parents can paint, splash, spray and create under dazzling UV lights which create vibrant neon colours.

Open daily from 12 midday to 5 PM, Glow Studio: Create. Illuminate promises an electrifying escape from screens and routines, inviting visitors to step into a world where imagination takes over and creativity has no limits. Entry costs R30 per person. Bookings can be made at the registration desk, with both cash and card payments accepted.

A Glowing World of Creativity

Bigger, brighter and more interactive than before, the experience will feature giant glow walls, neon paint zones, immersive lighting effects, an infinity mirror room and hands-on creative stations designed to encourage playful self-expression. Families are invited to get messy together as music, colour and glowing artwork fill the space with energy throughout the school holiday.

Designed as a shared family activity, Glow Studio: Create. Illuminate creates space for parents and children to reconnect through creativity and play while making lasting memories together.

Creating Joy While Giving Back

Beyond the glowing paint and colourful fun, the activation also carries an important community element. A portion of every ticket sold during the activation will go towards providing art supplies to a local NPO or daycare centre in underserved local communities, extending the spirit of creativity beyond the walls of the experience itself.

Visitors will also have the chance to take part in the snap-and-win competition by sharing photos or videos from the activation by using #LPGlowStudio on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok. Four lucky participants will each win a R500 Liberty Promenade gift card.

For more information on Promenade and its projects, visit libertypromenade.co.za or follow Liberty Promenade on Facebook, Instagram @ libertypromenademall_za and TikTok @libertypromenademall.

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Cape Town’s longing to experience a Kenny Lattimore show is finally happening, as the much-loved R&B legend and Rhythm & Blues Music Hall of Fame inductee will give a special live performance for fans at Grand Arena, Grand West in Cape Town on Sunday, 20 September – a crowd he has not performed for in over a decade.

Boasting an incredible music catalogue, the audience will be serenaded with hits such as ‘For You’, ‘Never Too Busy’, ‘All My Tomorrows’, ‘When I Said I Do’, ‘Weekend’, ‘Stay On Your Mind’ and so much more.

With a strong South African fanbase, Kenny Lattimore is loved for his sing-along R&B ballads that are always a favourite for audiences, and Cape Town’s longtime cry to experience this has now been heard.

With eight studio albums and two collaborative albums under his name, Kenny Lattimore offers an endless selection of timeless music.

Happily expresses Vertex Events’ Artist Liaison, Thato Mokoena: “As an R&B fan-favourite, Kenny Lattimore is an exciting artist for us to bring back to South Africa for the Cape Town crowd – a crowd he has not performed for in a long while. As a team, we look forward to a show that will be one to remember for a long time.”

No stranger to performing for various and versatile South African audiences, Kenny Lattimore will bring his smooth, soulful voice to Cape Town’s enjoyment.

Tickets are available for purchase on Webtickets – www.webtickets.co.za and at Pick’n Pay stores nationwide, priced from R990 to R1490. Gates will open at 5 PM on show day.

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The tour kicks off at Movies @ Montecasino on Friday 26 June, where fans can also explore a dedicated Minions & Monsters themed world packed with themed décor, photo opportunities and Minion-inspired fun. This activation will remain open until Sunday, 5 July.

Following appearances in Johannesburg at Mall of Africa, Menlyn Park, The Grove Mall, Eastgate Shopping Centre, The Zone @ Rosebank and The Glen, the Minions will continue their adventure in Cape Town, Durban and Mpumalanga, giving fans around the country the opportunity to come face-to-face with two of animation’s most recognisable characters.

Fresh off the worldwide blockbuster success of Despicable Me 4, Minions & Monsters sees the Minions conquer Hollywood, become movie stars, lose everything, unleash monsters onto the world and then attempt to save the planet from the chaos they have created. Directed by Academy Award nominee Pierre Coffin, who has voiced the Minions since their debut in 2010, the film introduces an all-new story in what has become the biggest animated franchise in history, with more than US$5.6 billion at the global box office.

Minions Meet and Greets

Johannesburg

• Friday 26 June: Montecasino, 12h00 – 16h00
• Saturday 27 June: Mall of Africa, 11h00 – 18h00
• Sunday 28 June: Menlyn Park, 11h00 – 16h00
• Monday 29 June: The Grove Mall, 09h30 – 16h00
• Tuesday 30 June: Eastgate Shopping Centre, 11h30 – 14h00
• Tuesday 30 June: The Zone @ Rosebank, 16h00 – 19h00
• Thursday 16 July: The Glen, 11h00 – 16h00

Cape Town

• Friday 3 July: Cavendish Square, 11h00 – 18h00
• Saturday 4 July: Canal Walk, 11h00 – 18h00
• Sunday 5 July: V&A Waterfront, 11h00 – 16h00
• Monday 6 July: Blue Route Mall, 11h00 – 16h00

Durban

• Thursday 9 July: CineCentre Suncoast, 13h00 – 19h00
• Friday 10 July: Pavilion, 11h00 – 18h00
• Saturday 11 July: Gateway, 11h00 – 19h00
• Sunday 12 July: Cornubia, 11h00 – 16h00
• Monday 13 July: Galleria, 11h00 – 16h00

Surrounding Areas

• Friday 17 July: Ilanga, 12h00 – 17h00
• Saturday 18 July: Ilanga, 09h00 – 12h00
• Sunday 19 July: Mall of the North, 09h00 – 15h20

For families looking to add a little extra Minion mayhem to the school holidays, the Minions & Monsters roadshow promises plenty of laughs, memorable photo opportunities and the chance to meet two of cinema’s most beloved troublemakers.

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At over 650 sqm in size, the giant inflatable park will be the first indoor activation of its kind in South Africa, bringing bouncing, climbing, crawling, sliding and racing together in one action-packed course. Open daily from 9 am to 6 pm, The Gauntlet will form the centrepiece of Fourways Mall’s winter school holiday entertainment programme, giving children, teenagers, young adults and families a fresh way to burn off holiday energy.

A Giant Challenge for the Holidays

Designed for active play and friendly competition, The Gauntlet invites visitors to take on a series of inflatable challenges as they race towards the finish line. It is the kind of activity that works just as well for siblings competing against each other, friends looking for a laugh or parents brave enough to join the action.

The experience is ideal for families and groups looking for something different during the winter break, with the added advantage of being indoors and weather-proof. With limited daily capacity, advance booking is recommended. Tickets start at R 100 per person, and are now available via Howler.

More Ways to Play, Climb, Jump and Race

Beyond The Gauntlet, Fourways Mall offers an exciting line-up of holiday attractions for toddlers, children, teenagers and adults. Families can tee off at Adventure Golf, one of Johannesburg’s most established adventure golf attractions, with three themed 9-hole courses set among waterfalls, streams, caves and landscaped gardens.

For more active play, BOUNCE INC offers freestyle jumping, dodgeball, slam dunk zones, obstacle challenges, Clip ’n Climb walls and miniBOUNCE for younger children. Total Ninja Interactive brings together movement and digital gaming through interactive projections and sensors, whereas Bloc 11 offers indoor climbing and bouldering with classes and coaching.

The Fourways Mall Ster-Kinekor includes a dedicated Kids Cinema experience where blockbuster films like Minions & Monsters and Toy Story 5 will be showing. The Fun Company offers arcade games, redemption games and 10-pin bowling, while Shooters provides a social gaming environment that is family-friendly until 6 pm.

For visitors who want more speed, skills or competition, Xtreme Go Karting delivers indoor racing, and Urban Playground brings together a skate park, e-gaming, indoor soccer and other recreational activities.

An All-In-One Holiday Outing

With so many options under one roof, families can combine The Gauntlet with lunch, a movie, bowling, go-karting, climbing or arcade games to create a full school holiday outing. Family-friendly dining options include Spur and Panarottis, both offering dedicated children’s play areas.

Fourways Mall’s extended trading hours also make holiday planning easier. Most stores are open from 9 am to 8 pm from Monday to Saturday and from 9 am to 7 pm on Sundays and public holidays. Free parking is available after 5 pm every day.

For more information, visit fourwaysmall.com or follow the mall on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X for the latest updates.

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Taking place in the Cavendish Square parking area on P3 from 09h00 to 13h00, the event will transform the space into a race-day arena where athletes, fitness enthusiasts and curious spectators can expect a high-energy morning of competition, music and endurance.

Designed as part of Planet Fitness’ Season 1 Hybrid Games calendar, the event will see participants push through a demanding circuit in a bid to qualify for the finals taking place later this year.

A Fitness Event Built for Spectators Too

While competitors will be pushing themselves to the limit, Simulation Saturday has also been designed as a lively spectator experience. Expect pumping music, an electric atmosphere and plenty of crowd energy as heats unfold throughout the morning.

DJ BamBam will keep momentum high from the first heat to the final sprint, while activation stands from Discovery Vitality and USN will add to the experience with samples, treats and giveaways.

Whether visitors arrive to compete or simply happen upon the event during a Saturday shopping trip, the energy of the Hybrid Games is expected to turn plenty of heads.

What Competitors Can Expect

Heats will run from 09h00 to 13h00, with participants taking on a six-station challenge completed across 23 minutes. Athletes will rotate through a demanding sequence of Run, SkiErg, Walking Lunges with Sandbag, Row and Wall Balls, with two minutes of maximum effort at each station and one-minute recovery periods in between.

Top-performing male and female athletes across age groups will qualify for the Hybrid Games finals in November.

Participation is open to anyone aged 16 to 70, whether or not a Planet Fitness member. Entry costs R150 for Planet Fitness and Elevate members, and R200 for Discovery Vitality members and non-members. Registration is essential, and tickets will not be sold on the day.

• To register, visit: planetfitness.co.za

For more details on Cavendish Square shopping centre’s stores and promotions, visit cavendish.co.za or follow the centre on social media for regular updates on instagram.com.

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Running from Friday 3 to Monday 13 July in the Food Court, the immersive play experience will transform this part of the mall into an interactive soccer-themed activity zone where children, teens and even competitive parents can put their skills to the test across seven exciting challenges. Open daily from 10 am to 8 pm, tickets will be available at the activation area for R50 per participant.

Visitors will stand a chance to win incredible prizes, including 1 of 5 official Bafana Bafana jerseys, 5 x R1 000 Studio 88 vouchers and spot prizes from EL&N, Honor, Lego, McDonalds, New Balance, Spur, Totalsports and Toy Kingdom. The first 100 participants through The Goal Zone will have the opportunity to customise a Krispy Kreme Original glazed doughnut.

Winter Holiday Fun with a Competitive Twist

Created as a high-energy school holiday attraction, The Goal Zone activities will include a mix of football skills, speed, coordination and playful rivalry, giving young fans the chance to celebrate the game, test their skills and soak up the excitement of the World Cup.

Whether visitors are showing off fancy footwork or simply trying something new, the experience is designed to entertain a wide range of ages, with selected challenges designed for the whole family to enjoy, while bringing a lively, sporty atmosphere to the winter break.

Visitors will be able to test their power in Speed Kick, take aim in Beat the Keeper, sharpen reaction times at the Reflex Wall, or put their accuracy to the test in Through the Hoops. Those looking for something a little different will be able to try their hand at Footgolf, challenge friends and family in Sit Down Soccer, or see how long they can keep the ball in the air during Keepie Uppies.

Created to mimic an indoor astroturf-style arena complete with playful sporting touches, The Goal Zone will bring all the excitement of a match-day atmosphere into a fun, family-friendly holiday experience.

A School Holiday Outing With Extra Energy

As cooler weather settles in, The Goal Zone will offer families an indoor activity that encourages children to stay active while adding something different to the school holiday calendar. Positioned in the heart of the mall, the football experience will also make it easy for families to pair the experience with lunch, shopping or a full day out.

Whether it is siblings competing for bragging rights, friends challenging one another to beat the leaderboard or parents quietly proving they still have a winning kick, The Goal Zone is all about getting involved, having fun and making winter holiday memories.

The Goal Zone will run from 3 – 13 July 2026 in the Mall of Africa Food Court. Tickets are available onsite for R50 per participant. For more information and regular updates on Mall of Africa, its stores and events, follow the mall on social media at Instagram: @_themallofafrica or visit the mall’s website: mallofafrica.co.za.

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On Saturday, 27 June from 11h00 – 14h00, Cavendish Square will host the FinMaster x Exclusive Books Fun Day, a free family-friendly event where visitors can learn and play FinMaster, the South African money strategy board game that is turning financial lessons into something unexpectedly fun.

A Proudly Local Success Story

The event forms part of Cavendish Square’s Youth Month celebrations, shining a spotlight on young South African innovation while creating a low-pressure and engaging space for families to build money confidence together.

Created by Cape Town-based startup Fintr, co-founded by Elijah Djan and Danei Rall, FinMaster has grown from a pizza-box prototype into an award-winning educational game, earning second place at the International Education Games Competition in Norway in 2025 and landing on shelves in stores nationwide.

Players will be able to learn the game in just a few minutes before joining as many short rounds as they like throughout the day. Every table winner will be entered into a prize draw taking place at 13h00, where Cavendish Square, Exclusive Books and investment vouchers together with FinMaster games, will be given away. Snacks and drinks, courtesy of Exclusive Books, will keep players fuelled for the competition.

Danei Rall, co-founder of FinMaster, shared, “FinMaster started as a way to make money talk fun instead of stressful. Seeing families crowd around a table, laughing and learning at the same time, is exactly why we built it. Doing that at Cavendish Square in Youth Month, alongside Exclusive Books, is a proudly local moment for us.”

Taking place in Centre Court, the experience will feature six gaming tables where players can jump into quick, entertaining rounds after a short introduction to the rules. Designed to be easy to learn and enjoyable for all ages, FinMaster takes players on a uniquely South African financial journey, where they build wealth from a humble spaza shop to luxury purchases, play the market and even throw a little load shedding into the mix to disrupt their rivals.

Whether shoppers are competitive board game fans or simply curious to try something different during the holidays, the FinMaster x Exclusive Books Play Day promises an afternoon of laughs, strategy and valuable lessons along the way.

Booking is Essential

The FinMaster x Exclusive Books Play Day takes place on Saturday, 27 June 2026 at 11 AM at Cavendish Square. Entry is free, but booking is essential for those wanting to play. Tickets can be booked online via Quicket.

For more details on Cavendish Square shopping centre’s stores and promotions, visit cavendish.co.za or follow the centre on social media for regular updates on Instagram.com.

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Known as one of Johannesburg’s best destinations for major sporting moments, thanks to its lively atmosphere, open-air piazzas, team-spirited vibe and unbeatable mix of dining and entertainment, Melrose Arch will once again transform into a football fan’s dream for the opening ceremony and first match of the tournament. The shared atmosphere of excitement, camaraderie and celebration at the precinct’s fan parks is unlike any other, extending far beyond the game itself.

The Big Kick-off in Style

The precinct will screen the highly anticipated opening match across both the Melrose Arch Main Piazza and The Square, creating one of the biggest public viewing experiences in the city. With seating for approximately 500 people in the Main Piazza and a further 250 seats available at The Square, fans are encouraged to arrive early to secure a spot. Entry is free.

The viewing areas will open from 6 PM, allowing visitors plenty of time to soak up the pre-match excitement, grab a bite to eat and settle in before the action begins. The opening ceremony will be screened live from 7:30 PM, followed by the kick-off at 9 PM.

For those who enjoy a front-row seat with dinner, in addition to the fan park seating, guests may book tables directly with the surrounding restaurants, all of which have excellent visibility of the big screens. MIHA (with a beautiful balcony overlooking the action), Mezepoli, Pret A Manger, Primi, RocoMamas, Tashas and The Grillhouse all cater to different tastes on the Piazza. Ghazal, Istanbul Kebab, Mr George and Ocean Basket offer delicious options on the Square, where a mobile coffee bar from Seattle Coffee Company will offer warm beverages throughout the evening. A Totalsports stand will retail Bafana Bafana supporter gear on the Piazza on the night.

Minions’ Mischief Meets Match Night

Adding an extra dose of mischief to the evening, beloved Minions characters James and Henry will also be making appearances at Melrose Arch to cheer on the national team and stir up their signature playful chaos. Fans can look forward to meet-and-greet moments, fun photo opportunities and a few naughty surprises along the way, ahead of the release of the new movie Minions & Monsters, releasing in cinemas later in June.

Best Vibes and Camaraderie

As Johannesburg’s leading mixed-use precinct, Melrose Arch combines a vibrant atmosphere with convenience and peace of mind, including safe and easy parking via Parket.

Whether arriving in full supporter gear or casual wear, fans are encouraged to dress warmly for what promises to be a memorable night out with friends and family as the world’s biggest football tournament officially gets underway. Fans are advised that no camp chairs, outside snacks or vuvuzelas are permitted within the precinct.

For more information on Melrose Arch and its activations, visit melrosearch.co.za or follow @MelroseArch on social media.

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