Music In Africa Foundation
Based: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Operating in: Rosebank
Theme: Digital Inclusion
Participants: 56
Participants document community initiatives, profile music stakeholders, digitise cultural content and support music education, events and creative enterprise development. Their work improves access to African music knowledge, preserves cultural heritage and strengthens the continent’s creative economy.
Website: https://musicinafrica.net
Spotless Worx SA
Based: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Operating in: KwaMashu, Inanda, and Berea
Theme: Digital Inclusion
Participants: 21
Participants support music projects, live events and digital content production through artist coordination, event logistics, social media and marketing. The programme creates employment while promoting local artists and community-based cultural initiatives.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/spotlessworxsa
iSupport Music Business
Based: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Operating in: Durban Central
Theme: Digital Inclusion
Participants: 20
Participants contribute to branding, digital marketing, content creation, publicity, research and event administration for community and creative projects. Their work increases visibility for local organisations and expands access to creative opportunities.
Website: https://isupportdoyou.com
Bridges for Music
Based: Cape Town, Western Cape
Operating in: Langa
Theme: Youth Support and Recreation
Participants: 20
Participants create and promote music addressing social issues while developing practical industry skills. The programme empowers young people through creative expression, community engagement and cultural participation.
Website: https://bridgesformusic.org
BUPILA (Pty) Ltd
Based: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Operating in: Pretoria Central, KwaMashu (KZN), Margate (KZN)
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 156
Participants work across event production, technical services, marketing, artist liaison, hospitality and administration. The programme develops employable skills while expanding access to cultural events and supporting creative entrepreneurship.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/folklorefestival.za
Maboneng Township Arts Experience
Based: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Operating in: Alexandra, Soweto, Katlehong, Marlboro Gardens, Sebokeng, Cape Town CBD (WC), Milnerton (WC), Gugulethu (WC), Osizweni (KZN), Emalahleni (MP)
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 308
Participants support township tourism, cultural events and community activations through visitor services, events and digital engagement. The programme strengthens township economies while increasing access to arts and culture.
Website: https://www.maboneng.com
UKZN Centre for Creative Arts
Based: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Operating in: Durban Central, Glenmore, and Shakaville
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 150
Participants support arts festivals, multimedia projects and community outreach initiatives that promote inclusion, cultural participation and creative skills development.
Website: https://cca.ukzn.ac.za
Botaki Ba Afrika
Based: Pretoria, Gauteng
Operating in: Hatfield
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 71
Participants contribute to visual arts, music, literature, exhibitions, performances and public programmes. The initiative makes arts more accessible while developing emerging creative practitioners.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/botakibaafrika
Fun House
Based: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Operating in: Durban Central and KwaNgcolosi
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 41
Participants support the Branded Voices Unheard initiative through music, theatre, visual arts and digital media. The programme develops creative skills and creates opportunities for artists from underserved communities.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/official_fun_house
The Wot-if? Trust
Based: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Operating in: Diepsloot and Phake Thabeng (MP)
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 65
Participants support township businesses, creative skills development, environmental projects and community events. The programme promotes inclusive economic participation and sustainable community development.
Website: https://wot-if.co.za
Cultural and Creative Industries Guild of Africa (CCIGA)
Based: Midrand, Gauteng
Operating in: Carswald, Crowthorne, Bloemfontein (FS), Phutaditjhaba (FS), Emalahleni (MP), Victor Khanye (MP), George (WC) and Hermanus (WC)
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 100
Participants work in media production, podcasting, photography, graphic design, digital marketing and technical production, increasing access to creative opportunities across multiple provinces.
Website: https://cciga.org.za
African Reclaimers Organisation (ARO)
Based: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Operating in: Selby, Krugersdorp, Dundonald (MP), and Ermelo (MP)
Theme: Youth Support and Recreation
Participants: 209
Participants collect and process recyclable waste while supporting community recycling initiatives. The programme creates sustainable livelihoods, improves environmental outcomes and promotes circular economy practices.
Website: https://www.africanreclaimers.org
Jazzworx
Based: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Operating in: Bryanston
Theme: Youth Support and Recreation
Participants: 21
Participants create music and awareness campaigns addressing social issues while gaining experience in recording, production and artist development.
Website: https://www.jazzworx.com
Bassline Live
Based: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Operating in: Rosebank
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 3
Participants support live music events, artist development, audience engagement and community outreach, helping expand access to South Africa’s live music sector.
Website: https://bassline.co.za
The Music Imbizo
Based: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Operating in: Durban Central
Theme: Digital Inclusion
Participants: 40
Participants support music industry workshops, conferences, performances and digital communication activities, helping emerging artists build sustainable careers.
Website: https://www.themusicimbizo.co.za
Jazz in the Native Yards
Based: Cape Town, Western Cape
Operating in: Woodstock, Gugulethu, and Langa
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 50
Participants support township jazz performances, artist coordination and community events that preserve South African jazz heritage and broaden audience access.
Website: https://jazzinthenativeyards.co.za
RGB Gaming
Based: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Operating in: Glenferness AH and Fourways
Theme: Digital Inclusion
Participants: 15
Participants support gaming arena operations, event production and digital design initiatives that champion student sportsmanship and build inclusive, positive digital communities at a local level.
Website: https://www.rgbgaming.co.za
Katanimate Animation Studio
Based: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Operating in: Berea
Theme: Digital Inclusion
Participants: 5
Participants support 3D animation production, production coordination and digital content creation that empower underrepresented youth and enrich public broadcasting with authentic local storytelling.
Website:
Western Cape Arts Festival
Based: Knysna, Western Cape
Operating in: Knysna Central and Concordia
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 35
Participants support cultural mapping, creative event production and craft market trading that preserve indigenous heritage and revitalise local cultural economies.
Website: https://wcartsfest.org.za
The Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaborative
Based: Emakhazeni, Mpumalanga
Operating in: Bushbuckridge, Emalahleni, Mbombela, Secunda
Theme: Community and Public Art
Participants: 140
Participants support arts education facilitation, community performance development and local arts administration that expand cultural participation in rural communities and empower youth through creative engagement.
Website: https://forgottenangle.co.za
8Tones
Based: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Operating in: Orange Farm
Theme: Youth Support and Recreation
Participants: 31
Participants support arts education facilitation, community performance development and local arts administration that expand cultural participation in rural communities and empower youth through creative engagement.
Website: https://www.8tones.africa