IKS Cultural Consulting

30/04/2026

'As global attention increasingly turns toward Africa’s creative economy, ALEC is positioning itself as a critical platform for strengthening the infrastructure required to support a thriving, commercially viable, and interconnected touring circuit across the continent.'

The inaugural Africa Live Entertainment Conference (ALEC) 2026 has officially concluded in Johannesburg, marking a historic milestone as Africa’s first dedicated conference focused entirely on the business, infrastructure, and future of live entertainment across the continent.

28/04/2026

Andre Le Roux is representing both IKS and Concerts SA at On the Move's Cultural Mobility Forum taking place in Skopje, North Macedonia. This gathering will be centred around conversations on cultural mobility justice, how mobility inequalities also impact Southeast Europe and how local cultural actors are redefining autonomy, solidarity and exchange.

This week-long engagement wraps up a discourse-packed month of April at the IKS Headquarters.

In one week, the Cultural Mobility Forum gathers in Skopje, North Macedonia, a city shaped by layered histories, regional solidarities and artistic resilience. Hosting the Forum here is not just symbolic, but it’s relevant too.

As conversations on cultural mobility justice unfold, we’ll also look at how mobility inequalities also impact Southeast Europe and how local cultural actors are redefining autonomy, solidarity and exchange.

📍29–30 April 2026
👉 MKC (Младински Културен Центар) and the Albanian Theatre
⚠️ Last call: Registrations to attend are open until tomorrow, 24 April
🔗 https://on-the-move.org/about/our-news/cultural-mobility-forum-2026-skopje-republic-north-macedonia

If you care about fairer mobility systems for artists and cultural professionals, this is a space for you to be in.

P.S. We aren’t livestreaming this year’s edition, but you can subscribe to our newsletter to access all video recordings on-demand, as soon as we’ve released them.

26/04/2026

Bongani Sokhela: Image from Donovan’s album cover design for The Colours They Bring, based on photography by Cedric Nunn A music ecosystem is never only its “stars”. Profile goes …

25/04/2026

Concerts SA nominated for the 2026 Music Cities Award!

Click the link for more: https://www.musicinafrica.net/magazine/concerts-sa-nominated-2026-music-cities-award

SAMRO
IKS Cultural Consulting
Concerts SA
Festival Catalyst
African Culture Fund - ACF
World Jazz Network

Concerts SA nominated for the 2026 Music Cities Award!

Click the link for more: https://www.musicinafrica.net/magazine/concerts-sa-nominated-2026-music-cities-award

Image: Artist Odwa Bongo performs as part of his Concerts SA Mobility Subsidy.

Festival Catalyst
SAMRO
IKS Cultural Consulting
Music in Africa

25/04/2026

Concerts SA nominated for the 2026 Music Cities Award!

Click the link for more: https://www.musicinafrica.net/magazine/concerts-sa-nominated-2026-music-cities-award

Image: Artist Odwa Bongo performs as part of his Concerts SA Mobility Subsidy.

Festival Catalyst
SAMRO
IKS Cultural Consulting
Music in Africa

22/04/2026

IKS Head Chef Andre Le Roux will be out and about this week, lending his voice and experience to in Melrose this Thursday and delivering a keynote address at the Johannesburg edition of hybrid festival this Friday at . Join these enlightened engagements by scanning the QR Code to get tickets to and registering to attend gathering brought to us by at the link in comments.

21/04/2026

Pune, what a night of jazz it was! 🎶🎺

Edition 6 of the World Jazz Festival lit up the city, and it wouldn’t have been possible without our incredible Partners in Rhythm. Huge gratitude to our Associate Sponsors Kirloskar Oil Engines, Forbes Marshall, Thermax and our Supporting Partners Weikfield and Jehangir Hospital for backing this vision of unforgettable live music.

We came together at Pune International Centre, Pashan, for an evening filled with soul, sound, and pure musical magic. ✨

Thank you, Pune, for making it housefull and unforgettable ❤️

21/04/2026

IKS Cultural Consulting
Festival Catalyst
Concerts SA

03/02/2026

Making Live Music Stronger, Together!

Help Shape the Future of Live Music in Africa by completing the Live Music Venue Best Practices Research Survey.

Find out more here: https://concertssa.co.za/live-music-venue-best-practices-research-help-shape-the-future-of-live-music-in-africa/

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29/01/2026

Explore the charm of The Barn Theatre at the Mandela Bay Theatre Complex! Discover why it's a must-visit for music and culture enthusiasts in the Eastern Cape.

While the Opera House boasts grandeur, "The Barn" offers an intimate, cabaret-style experience where the audience feels every note. It is the cherished home of the Jazz'Afro Sundays sessions.

Originally nicknamed "The Barn" in tribute to the city's first Theatre Royal (which locals affectionately called "The Barn" in the 1800s), this venue sits on a site of immense history - dating back to 1892. It stands today as a survivor of the Victorian era and a beacon for modern South African jazz.

29/01/2026

Explore the charm of The Boiler Room Bar in Pretoria! Discover why it's a must-visit for music enthusiasts in the capital.

Nestled in the heart of Faerie Glen, this venue has earned a reputation as a go-to spot where the stage is truly the heartbeat of the experience. It offers a lively atmosphere that perfectly balances a relaxed vibe with high-energy entertainment.

While modern in its energy, The Boiler Room Bar plays a vital role in the local ecosystem by consistently providing a platform for live performance - keeping the tradition of the local "gig guide" alive and well in the community.