The South African Cultural Observatory is the Department of Art's & Culture's national research centre hosted by Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University in partnership with Rhodes University and the University of Fort Hare. In terms of Mzansi Golden Economy strategy the Cultural Observatory is the informative ‘nerve centre’ that will provide not only the strategic vision, but also the organizing principle to develop cultural indicators appropriate to the South African context and collection of statistics based on the sector needs. The Observatory examines the nature, trends and impact of the cultural and creative industries in South Africa. Informed initially by the UNESCO framework for Cultural Statistics, the SA Cultural Observatory aims to stimulate debate and enhance the exchange of knowledge in the sector through publications and reports, workshops, seminars, and, conferences coupled with high impact industry research outputs. In essence the SA Cultural Observatory: - develops and supports the collection and analysis of data; - influences policy; - shares insight; and - builds on the intellectual capacity gained across the arts, culture and heritage sector. It works across the breadth of all cultural domains, including the arts, heritage, tourism, museums, libraries, archives and creative industries. It will also support information networks through collaborative research projects. The evidence and data collected and analysed will assist in assessing where the competitiveness, job creating and income generating potential of the creative industries lies.
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South African Cultural Observatory is hosting Exploring the Impact of AI on SA's Cultural & Creative Industries Workshop. Make sure to attend it. Link to the workshop: https://lnkd.in/dYR-w_kH
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🛸Artificial intelligence – rushed revolution or holy algorithmic grail?🛸 Exploring AI's Impact on South Africa's Cultural & Creative Industries Join South African Cultural Observatory for its virtual dissemination workshop on 4 December, 10am-12pm, as we delve into the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and the creative industries. Amy Shelver, Senior Research Associate at the South African Cultural Observatory, will demonstrate the power of AI in creative work and discuss the findings of the AI research report. Featuring in a panel discussion with: Dr Karabo Maiyane- Acting Head of Department of Philosophy at Nelson Mandela University, holding a PhD in Philosophy with specialisation in AI Ethics Masilakhe Njomane - South African Cultural Observatory researcher Mariapaola McGurk McGurk- A creative and Cultural Industries specialist Registration: https://lnkd.in/ddmy7GQh #AIinCCIs #CreativeIndustries #Innovation #ArtificialIntelligence
Discovering AI's Impact on South Africa's Creative Industries: Is AI a rushed revolution or a holy creative grail? Join the South African Cultural Observatory for a virtual Dissemination Workshop! Date: 4 December 2024 Time: 10am - 12pm Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/ddmy7GQh Discuss the future of #AI in #SA's Cultural and Creative Industries! Key Topics: - Protection-Innovation-Remuneration Continuum - Inclusivity and diversity in AI training datasets - Copyright and intellectual property issues - Collaboration and digital literacy - Investment in data infrastructure Share your thoughts on AI's impact on the creative industry! #AIinCCIs #CreativeSA #Innovation #Protection #Remuneration #AI
Will you be joining the CONVERSATION?? We invite you #creatives to shape the future of the Cultural and Creative Industries. Artists, Musicians, producers, event managers, filmmakers, designers, ALL THE CREATIVES REGISTER AND MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!! Find (i) more information about the project and (ii) the link to register here: https://lnkd.in/dbBuB7EA #creative #focusgroup #creativeindustry
Creative South Africa, we need you!! Help us: ✅ Influence policy ✅ Unlock potential ✅ Drive Change The South African Cultural Observatory would like to invite you to its Focus Group Discussion on Cultural and Creative Industries Economic Trends Who should attend? All creatives that work in any part of the Cultural or Creative Industries in South Africa? This is your invitation to be part of research commissioned to the South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) by the National Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) on the most important economic trends affecting the sector in South Africa. Join an online focus group on Wednesday the 27th of November to share your opinions on trends like online platforms and streaming services, copyright protection, working in the “gig” economy, global value chains and environmental sustainability. Find (i) more information about the project and (ii) the link to register here: https://lnkd.in/dbBuB7EA #Opportunity #creativespaces #creativeeconomy
Exciting news! The South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) has launched the updated South African Festival Economic Impact Calculator (SAFEIC). Why update SAFEIC? To provide more accurate and reliable estimates of the economic impact of festivals and events in South Africa. What's new in the updated SAFEIC? Improved data collection and analysis Enhanced user interface for easier navigation Updated default values from reliable sources (e.g., South African Domestic Tourism Survey) New features to capture social and intrinsic values of cultural events Why use SAFEIC? Get credible estimates of your festival's economic impact. Inform funding decisions and sponsorship pitches. Evaluate event success and identify areas for improvement. Support data-driven decision-making in the cultural sector. Want to know its best part? SAFEIC is #FREE and available on the SACO website! Minimum data required: • Number of festival days • Impact area population • Total attendees • Funding/sponsorship from outside the impact area • Total organiser earned revenue Try Our SAFEIC Tool Today! Visit https://lnkd.in/dUEiJsWb #SAFEIC #FestivalEconomics #CulturalEvents #FreeTool #EconomicImpact #DataDrivenDecisionMaking
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🎥 CALLING EMERGING FEMALE PRODUCERS! 🌍 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is offering 4 South African female producers an incredible opportunity to attend the Berlinale Co-Production Market 2025 in Berlin, Germany, from 15–25 February 2025! Why Apply? 💡 Gain exposure to international co-productions 💼 Attend masterclasses, industry sessions, and exclusive networking events 🤝 Connect with global producers, financiers, and distributors Eligibility Criteria: ✔️ Female South African citizen or permanent resident ✔️ Producer of at least 1 feature film and 1 short film with a reputable release ✔️ No prior international co-production experience Funding Includes: ✈️ Flights 🏨 Accommodation 🍴 Daily allowances 🎟️ Festival accreditation Deadline: Submit your application by 22 November 2024, 17:00. 📩 Email applications and queries to: Elvis Maluleke at elvism@nfvf.co.za For more information visit: https://linktr.ee/nfvfsa This is your chance to step onto the international stage and build meaningful industry connections! 🎬✨ #NFVF #Berlinale2025 #FemaleProducers #FilmOpportunities
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I was invited to by the South African Cultural Observatory a week ago to be in conversation with a pioneering visionary, Papama Mtwisha, founder of #Africayourtimeisnow. #SACOFirstThursdays are an amazing initiative that is foregrounding the Creative Economy in Gqeberha's cultural scene. We explored the Creativity, Entrepreneurship and Design nexus and this made for a memorable outing.
📢📢Call for Applications: Department of Sport, Arts and Culture Bursary Programme 2025-2026 Nelson Mandela University students this is your chance! The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has selected Nelson Mandela University as a beneficiary for their bursary programme. If you're enrolled in language studies, apply now! Eligibility: Undergraduate and postgraduate students Language studies (Department of Languages & Literature and Department of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, Faculty of Humanities) What's covered: Tuition fees (partial funding) Note: This bursary does not provide full cost funding; students must apply for additional funding from other sources. How to apply: Visit our website for more details- https://lnkd.in/d8zimzxy Submit your application before: 31 January 2025 Take advantage of this opportunity to fund your education. Share with friends and classmates who may be interested! #Bursary #FundingOpportunity #Education #SA
Uncover the world of film and discover what it means to be 'Film Ready' in our Capacity Building Workshop. Learn about the industry's various departments and the benefits of a career in film, helping you decide if this is the right path for you. South African Cultural Observatory's workshop, led by industry expert Anele Matoti, will guide you through: Understanding the requirements to be film ready, exploring the different departments in the industry, identifying your interests and strengths, equipping you with basic tools for success. This workshop is designed to empower youth to make informed decisions about their future in film and provide a head start when opportunities arise. 📌Details: Date: 14 November 2024 Times: 10am- 15:30 Venue: Nquza Hill Municipality, Cosy Center, Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape. #opportunity #workshop #film #filmready #careerinfilm #creativeindustry #youthdevelopment #entertainmentindustry 🎥🎬🎥🎬