#TEDTuesdays watch party: Screens & Scenes - reviving township cinema

Join us for our 2nd event as part of the #TEDTuesdays TEDx watch party series, where we dive into thought-provoking topics followed by a live Q&A with the speaker(s).

On 26 August, the #TEDTuesday session titled, "Screens & Scenes - reviving township cinema" features the screening of the TEDx talk, “Bringing township cinema back through sustainability“ by Ziganekozihle Makhetha, and a moderated panel, and open discussion with guests.

This event is part of a monthly series hosted by TEDxYouth@CapeTown and TEDxCapeTown, in collaboration with Workshop17 our venue partner, where we screen impactful local TEDx talks and engage in deep, meaningful dialogue with the people behind them.

Event theme: Sustainable storytelling & cultural revival

• Ziganekozihle Makhetha brings township cinema back to life, not just as entertainment, but as a force for cultural restoration, youth empowerment, and community cohesion.
• This conversation focuses on access, heritage, and how sustainable infrastructure can amplify authentic African stories.

Panel includes:

• Mbali Mashaba, a South African Creative Researcher, Film director and Film curator. 2025 Mail & Guardian's 200 Young South Africans making a significant impact in the Film and Media category.
• Rowan Pybus, Co-Founder and Creative Director at Sunshine Cinema, Africa's first solar powered cinema network run by young people that #SparkConversation

IMPORTANT TO NOTE:

We’re so excited to bring this TEDx experience to our community — and we’d love your support. To help us cover the cost of hosting the event, we’ve included ticket fee, that will include Popcorn and beverages. *Please note: This includes Quicket’s service fees, so your full contribution goes directly toward making this event possible.

Thank you for being part of the TEDxCapeTown journey.