We spoke to Siphiwo Mahala - Deputy Director of Books and Publishing at
the department of Arts and Culture. We were talking about the National Book Week. The National Book Week is an
initiative of the Department of Arts and Culture in association with the South
African Book Development Council. The theme this year is “Read a Book, Share a
Book”. The launch will be at KwaNobuhle in Uitenhage on the 3rd of
September. Activities will include storytelling, puppet shows, book club
sessions, book debates and creative writing workshops led by some prominent
authors. Authors in attendance will include Eleanor Sisulu, McIntosh Polela,
Deon Meyer, Thando Mgqolozana, Chris van Wyk, Angela Makholwa, Ndumiso Ngcobo
and others. There will also be a mix of ambassadors who will give motivational
talks and read to children. Some of the ambassadors include Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse,
Zonke, Aaron Moloisi, Jafta Mamabolo, Shaka Sisulu, Kabomo, and many others. For
more information contact Manzi Vabaza on (043) 604 4022 or
082 339 6083.
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