This August, South Africa’s cultural heartbeat pulses strong with the return of the National Arts and Culture Awards (NACA)—a ceremony that honours the visionaries, creators, and storytellers who shape the nation’s artistic identity. At the helm of this highly anticipated event are none other than Katlego Maboe and Tracey Lange, a duo whose presence promises an evening filled with warmth, insight, and celebration.
Katlego Maboe, known for his engaging charm and eloquence, alongside Tracey Lange, whose passion for the arts is evident in every conversation she leads, will bring a nuanced balance of gravitas and relatability to the night. Together, they will guide audiences through a programme dedicated to recognising excellence across literature, design, visual arts, heritage, and performance. Their stewardship ensures that each award is not just a trophy handed over, but a story told—a legacy honoured.
Complementing the hosts’ poised presence on Saturday, August 23 is the electric energy of the Red Carpet, where cultural commentators Zola Nombona and Palesa Mosiea will curate a visual and narrative feast. From striking fashion statements to the personalities behind the art, their coverage will highlight how style itself is a vital form of cultural expression, setting the tone for the evening’s artistic grandeur.
The awards themselves are a vital barometer of SA’s creative landscape, celebrating not only the final masterpieces but the communities and histories that inform them. In doing so, they underscore the power of art as a force for cultural cohesion and national pride.
Following this cultural feast, the weekend shifts to honouring sporting excellence with the South African Sports Awards on Sunday, August 24. Hosted by Zanele Potelwa and Jerome Slim Du Ploy, with Ryle de Morny and Nqobile Kwezi bringing the Red Carpet glamour, this ceremony broadens the conversation about achievement. Inspired by the State of the Nation Address theme, “Unsung Greatness: A Nation That Works for All,” the event recognises those often overlooked—the community coaches, volunteers, and families whose quiet dedication underpins sporting glory.
Together, these ceremonies encapsulate a weekend that is as much about recognising individual brilliance as it is about honouring the collective effort—the intricate tapestry of talent, support, and perseverance that fuels South Africa’s creative and athletic spirit.
Tune into SABC1 Mzansi FoSho on Saturday, 23 August and Sunday, 24 August at 20:00, and witness a celebration that goes beyond awards—a celebration of stories, culture, and community.
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