Immerse yourself in the vibrant arts and culture of Langa Township. Experience the entrepreneurial spirit, rich history, and sense of community that make these townships truly unique.
- Guga S’thebe - Explore the District 6 Museum, which offers extensive information about the forced removals of 1968. Discover the hardships faced by locals who were forcibly relocated to what are now known as townships, areas that were segregated by race and remain among the poorest.
Visit Guga’s Thebe, an Art and Cultural Centre where locals gather to showcase their talents. They come together for performing arts and to discuss community issues.
Enjoy a 10-minute African drum lesson, one of the most popular activities here. Inside, artists teach local children pottery. Take this chance to purchase an African Big 5 pottery cup and other exquisite pottery items.
Tour the local Apartheid Museum with a knowledgeable guide who will provide detailed explanations. Learn about the treatment of locals under apartheid through historical information shared by the guide and displayed on posters throughout the museum.
- Entry to Gugas’ Thebe Arts and Craft Centre + Community Centre
- Complimentary bottled water
- Comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Interactive African drum (Djembe) lesson
- Chance to purchase unique art and crafts
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Townships have large informal settlements sprouting up in unexpected areas. Despite all this, townships in South Africa are known to be very vibrant, steeped in history with a strong sense of togetherness and a great sense of belonging, community and cohesion.
It is also a place where great entrepreneurial spirit thrives, with art and culture among the most notable characteristics of the townships. Here is a place which doesn’t go to sleep especially during the pay days.
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