Events
Launch of ‘Spirits and Spaces’ by Roger Ballen
Ballen will be launching his first full-colour monograph at Love Books on February 4
Launch of ‘Let Not the Sun Set on You’ by Kingsley Mamabolo (November 27)
Freedom fighter Kingsley Mamabolo is launching his book at Exclusive Books Rosebank on Thursday
Shhhhh ... the rise of the Silent Book Club
How a ‘happy hour for introverts’ became the world’s quietest social movement — now booming in South Africa
EDITORIAL | Are we learning that crime doesn’t pay?
Special investigating unit targets luxury assets in hospital looting probe
The 2025 Sunday Times Literary Awards prize
In partnership with Exclusive Books, the awards this year marks the 35th anniversary of the non-fiction award which has, over three decades, showcased the most astute, critical and incisive non-fiction writing in SA.
Joburg CBD launch of 'The Chaos Precinct' by Tanya Zack
'The Chaos Precinct' presents a compelling, brave – at times, lyrical – narrative of how migrant Ethiopians have shaped a trading post in Johannesburg’s inner city.
Launch of ‘Love, Zola’ by Zibu Sithole on August 16
'Love, Zola' is the continuation of Zola’s vibrant story. From career pressures to unexpected confessions, Zola and Mbali’s journey tests their understanding of commitment and what a happy ending truly looks like
Bridge Books Vernac Book Fair on August 16
The event promises to bridge the gap between writers and publishers and authors and readers.
Open Book Festival announces top-tier line-up for September 2025
Many of the old favourites are back, and the newbies and international lists are promising
Calling all Cape Town creatives: apply to take part in the next Book Dash
Join Book Dash on a rollercoaster creative joyride to create new children's books in 12 hours!
Cape Town launch of 'Hollywood on the Veld' by Ted Botha (July 19)
Join Botha for a discussion on his latest book at the Cape Town Club on July 19.
Eric Molobi biography launches Kagiso Trust’s 40th anniversary celebrations
From his early activism in the Black Consciousness Movement to his imprisonment on Robben Island alongside Nelson Mandela, Eric Molobi's journey was defined by his commitment to social justice and empowerment.
Stories meet Standard Bank at Kingsmead Book Fair 2025
Don’t miss these four Kingsmead Book Fair sessions from Standard Bank Wealth and Investment
Open Book Festival presents Workshop Week
Some events are free to foster creative writing and publishing for all
Kingsmead Book Fair 2025: birds of a feather bookmark together
Kingsmead College will host the 13th annual Book Fair on May 24.



























