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Absa Celebrates 22 Years of Supporting Arts and Culture at KKNK

25 March 2024

The renowned KKNK festival has returned to Oudtshoorn until 31 March, transforming the town into a vibrant hub of visual and performing arts during the Easter season. Sponsored by Absa, a staunch supporter of arts and culture, the festival offers a rich, vibrant program to engage both customers and attendees.

Absa’s involvement this year will be reflective of the bank’s move towards a more human-centred approach to banking, as evidenced through our reimagined brand and the ‘Your story matters’ ethos.

“Our partnership with the KKNK represents a natural extension and continuation of the substantial work that Absa has embarked upon to celebrate arts, culture and our various communities. Initiatives like the KKNK Festival are the ultimate embodiment of our commitment to making a meaningful contribution, and we look forward to a fantastic festival this year,” says Daniel Munslow, Managing Executive: Group Communications at Absa Group.

Absa’s involvement will see the ‘Your story matters’ ethos take centre-stage. As an extension from this, attendees can experience the Absa Kuierkamer on the Feesmark festival grounds, a relaxing space amidst the festival buzz. Visitors can also enjoy daily shows and activities, such as the intimate My Story afternoon concerts showcasing talented musicians and their personal narratives. Dive into the Absa Rooibanksessies to interact with well-known personalities. By night, the Absa Kuierkamer turns into a venue for unplugged music and exclusive dining experiences.

Beyond the festivities, Absa will also be holding practical, information sessions with the youth of Oudtshoorn. In multiple sessions planned over two-days, more than 500 young people will have access to speakers from Absa, the industry and the community at large, where valuable insights and inspirational stories will be shared. Ultimately, it’s about inspiring and arming young community members with practical insights for the future.

In addition to this, visitors can explore Malebogo Molokoane's solo exhibition at the Prince Vintcent building, winner of the 2022 Absa L'Atelier Gerard Sekoto prize. “We call on people to be part of the Absa Maakit Mooi project by showing their creative side and painting a brick that will form part of a functional artwork, adding a creative touch to Oudtshoorn,” adds Munslow.

From stage productions to stand-up comedy, dance performances, children's entertainment, visual arts, talks, and more, the KKNK festival promises diverse experiences for the entire family. Discover the richness of Oudtshoorn as every story finds its rightful stage.

Secure your tickets through Webtickets and explore the full event schedule on the KKNK website. Join Absa for an unforgettable celebration of arts and culture at the KKNK Festival 2024!

25 March 2024

The renowned KKNK festival has returned to Oudtshoorn until 31 March, transforming the town into a vibrant hub of visual and performing arts during the Easter season. Sponsored by Absa, a staunch supporter of arts and culture, the festival offers a rich, vibrant program to engage both customers and attendees.

Absa’s involvement this year will be reflective of the bank’s move towards a more human-centred approach to banking, as evidenced through our reimagined brand and the ‘Your story matters’ ethos.

“Our partnership with the KKNK represents a natural extension and continuation of the substantial work that Absa has embarked upon to celebrate arts, culture and our various communities. Initiatives like the KKNK Festival are the ultimate embodiment of our commitment to making a meaningful contribution, and we look forward to a fantastic festival this year,” says Daniel Munslow, Managing Executive: Group Communications at Absa Group.

Absa’s involvement will see the ‘Your story matters’ ethos take centre-stage. As an extension from this, attendees can experience the Absa Kuierkamer on the Feesmark festival grounds, a relaxing space amidst the festival buzz. Visitors can also enjoy daily shows and activities, such as the intimate My Story afternoon concerts showcasing talented musicians and their personal narratives. Dive into the Absa Rooibanksessies to interact with well-known personalities. By night, the Absa Kuierkamer turns into a venue for unplugged music and exclusive dining experiences.

Beyond the festivities, Absa will also be holding practical, information sessions with the youth of Oudtshoorn. In multiple sessions planned over two-days, more than 500 young people will have access to speakers from Absa, the industry and the community at large, where valuable insights and inspirational stories will be shared. Ultimately, it’s about inspiring and arming young community members with practical insights for the future.

In addition to this, visitors can explore Malebogo Molokoane's solo exhibition at the Prince Vintcent building, winner of the 2022 Absa L'Atelier Gerard Sekoto prize. “We call on people to be part of the Absa Maakit Mooi project by showing their creative side and painting a brick that will form part of a functional artwork, adding a creative touch to Oudtshoorn,” adds Munslow.

From stage productions to stand-up comedy, dance performances, children's entertainment, visual arts, talks, and more, the KKNK festival promises diverse experiences for the entire family. Discover the richness of Oudtshoorn as every story finds its rightful stage.

Secure your tickets through Webtickets and explore the full event schedule on the KKNK website. Join Absa for an unforgettable celebration of arts and culture at the KKNK Festival 2024!