MZANZI ISSUE 16
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KWAZULU-NATAL<br />
Durban: Fact Durban Rocks #Fact18, People’s<br />
Park, Moses Mabhida Stadium<br />
Come and celebrate at Fact Durban Rocks number 18 with the<br />
biggest line-up of SA’s best artists and the coolest #FactFans<br />
from around South Africa. Not only will you be experiencing the<br />
very best in SA Hip Hop, Gqom and Afro House, but there will<br />
also be new talent from their #FactShine Competition Winners.<br />
Fact Tickets are for from Webtickets and Pick N Pay Stores.<br />
Durban: Marine Parade<br />
Traditionally the entire beachfront area along Marine Parade<br />
teems with revellers on New Year’s Eve. It is also the scene of<br />
the following day’s big come-down and ocean splash when tens<br />
of thousands of people pack the beaches after the partying of<br />
the night before. From here you will also have a good view of<br />
any fireworks displays that may take place on New Year’s Eve<br />
in the city, while the restaurants, clubs and hotels in this area<br />
all lay on their own parties.<br />
Ballito: North Coast street party<br />
South Africa’s most famous street party, Ballito NYE is back!<br />
For years party people have been flocking in their thousands<br />
to the bustling coastal town of Ballito to celebrate their way<br />
into a brand-new year. Believe it or not, this little tradition is<br />
a very big <strong>16</strong> years old this year! The New Year’s Eve Ballito<br />
Street Party has been hailed as the most famous street party<br />
in South Africa. With several dance floors and international<br />
DJs, the party has become a big hit and by 8pm on the 31st<br />
there’s no more space for a mouse.<br />
GAUTENG<br />
Soweto: Theatre in Colours Countdown Party<br />
The Soweto Theatre, in partnership with Jozi FM, brings you<br />
Soweto in Colours Countdown to 2020, with 2 Stages, 20 DJs,<br />
fireworks display and Jozi FM Live Broadcast. Limited cooler<br />
boxes will be allowed at R100 per cooler box. No sales at the<br />
door. No under 18’s. More info at: https://www.sowetotheatre.com<br />
Johannesburg: Constitution Hill with AfroPunk<br />
Constitution Hill is famous for its history, and doubles as a<br />
venue for massive parties! This New Year’s AfroPunk will take<br />
the stage to share cultural hits and mixes from famous local and<br />
international artists. AfroPunk is renowned for its multiculturalism,<br />
bringing together artists and fans of all races, genders, creeds,<br />
and backgrounds. It’s set to be a banging party. Tickets are<br />
sure to sell out fast, so get in there and book while you can!<br />
Johannesburg: MOYO, Zoo Lake<br />
Take the hop-on-hop-off Red Bus to get to Zoo Lake Park!<br />
Once there, MOYO cafe in the Zoo Lake Park will not only offer<br />
fabulous cuisine, but also a picturesque atmosphere and great<br />
live music as well. Sit amongst twinkling lights hanging from<br />
the trees and sit back to enjoy the music and great African<br />
styled food. On New Year’s they are offering a buffet and set<br />
menu. The venue is open from 8:00 AM till late on the day, and<br />
tickets go for R275 per person for the set meals and R295 for<br />
the New Year’s dinner buffet.<br />
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