KwaLanga Centenary 2023
A passion for song and dance
14 August 2023 | Words Lerato Maduna. Photos Lerato Maduna.The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) South African College of Music student, Thabisa Dinga, uses her passion for music and dance to develop skills for KwaLanga township’s young community members. Through her Jika Madinga dance school located inside the Guga S’thebe Arts and Culture Centre in KwaLanga, she teaches contemporary dance to the youth. Dinga is involved in many community programmes which include a UCT outreach programme where she teaches young learners about indigenous African instruments and how to play them.
Dinga, who hails from KwaLanga, is currently completing a Master of Music.
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KwaLanga Centenary 2023
The Western Cape’s oldest township, KwaLanga, is marking its centenary in April 2023, presenting an opportunity to reflect on the township’s rich history and heritage. The University of Cape Town (UCT) has a history of engaging with KwaLanga residents, conducting research work, and collaborating on community initiatives.
UCT’s CMD recently visited KwaLanga in commemoration of its 100th year of existence.
08 Jun 2023 - 4 min read Opinion
“The local people need to know that this is a place that houses their history,
and they should use opportunities to come and reflect on where we’ve come from.”
– Thami Sijila, Langa Heritage Museum curator and tour guide
