Liam Van Der Heyde, known on stage as Liam Cova, is a soulful singer-songwriter and guitarist from Somerset West whose talent has been lighting up Cape Town’s music scene. Whether he's busking at the V&A Waterfront, Sanctuary Shopping Centre, or Waterstone Village, Liam brings raw passion, authenticity, and a captivating energy to every performance.
On 21 March 2025, the African Indigenous Renaissance (AIR) Festival lit up the Kranshoek Community Centre in Plettenberg Bay, transforming it into a vibrant music, dance, and creativity hub. A powerful celebration of South Africa’s living heritage, the festival brought artists, entrepreneurs, and communities to honour our indigenous roots through art.
The Beyond Busking Project by the Cape Town Arts Festival (CTAF) is transforming the perception of busking in South Africa. Since its launch in 2022, this groundbreaking initiative has been empowering emerging artists through an intensive three-month upskilling program, helping them refine their craft, develop essential career skills, and access professional opportunities. Now in its third successful edition, the project continues to uplift talented buskers, providing them with the tools to take their music to the next level.
Following the resounding success of the AIR (African Indigenous Renaissance) Festival in Kranshoek on Human Rights Day, March 21, 2025, the “Men of HeArt” exhibition has now moved to the historic Old Gaol Museum in Knysna. Running from March 31 to April 4, 2025, between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM, continuing the AIR Festival’s mission of empowering local and regional artists.
50 Rieldansers Prepare to Compete for the AIR Dance Challenge’s First Prize at Kranshoek
The AIR Visual Art Exhibition, a standout event of the inaugural AIR Festival, will debut on Human Rights Day, March 21, 2025, in Kranshoek. This thought-provoking exhibition explores the role of art in balancing masculine energy, providing a platform for both established and emerging male artists to showcase their work. Curated by the accomplished fine artist Gatsby Lubanza Mpoyi, the exhibition promises to offer a unique visual experience, featuring a variety of artistic mediums.
One of the key highlights of the AIR Festival will be the AIR Dance Challenge, an exhilarating competition designed to showcase the incredible talent, creativity, and diversity of South Africa’s cultural heritage. The challenge will feature two distinct categories: African Dance and Riel Dance.
The AIR Festival, a celebration of culture, community, and artistic expression, will make its highly anticipated debut in Kranshoek on Human Rights Day, March 21, 2025.
The Cape Town Arts Festival, in partnership with the Ariva Arts Foundation and supported by Bitou Municipality, the Griqua National Conference, and Tshisa Talent, invites indigenous and traditional crafters to showcase and sell their crafts at the AIR Festival on Human Rights Day, 21 March 2025, in Kranshoek, Plettenberg Bay.
The Cape Town Arts Festival, in partnership with the Ariva Arts Foundation and supported by Bitou Municipality, the Griqua National Conference, and Tshisa Talent, invites indigenous and traditional food vendors to showcase and sell their food at the AIR Festival on Human Rights Day, 21 March 2025, in Kranshoek, Plettenberg Bay.
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