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iain manleyWhat are you left with after criss-crossing Eurasia for ten years, to return owning nothing but the contents of your backpack? Photos, perhaps, all of them plucked from what is now just a memory? Iain Manley has come home with tens of thousands, stored on a battered hard disk, and occasionally they illustrate something more difficult to quantify: a sense of the world, and his place in it, now utterly transformed. |
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kirsty williamsA decendant of UK Hood, SisterhoodSA empowers “ordinary girls to do extraordinary things!” Its a non-exclusive group of women from different backgrounds,of all ages who rise to challenges & raise R’s for good causes. We’ve paddled a dragon boat to Robben Island, climbed 3 peaks, freedived 25m & held our breath for near 5mins among other adventures |
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nkgopoleng moloiThe Japanese are currently the only people in the world that have a word that means death by overwork. They call it Karoshi. In contrast, the Danish word for happiness at work is; “arbejdsglaede”. My presentation uses various ‘happiness research’ from around the world to explain why there can be such extremes in respect of our views around work. |
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alice toichA few months ago, I came across a strange phenomenon called “post-Facebook depression”. It essentially describes the general sense of inadequacy and dejection one feels after spending some time on Facebook or social media. The notion intrigued me to say the least and provoked me to create an art exhibition/social experiment titled “The Stalked” |
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sidharth rupaniIn collectives of everything from fish to humans, the simple actions of individuals turn into the fascinatingly complex behaviors of a group. We’ll explore the science of emergence – how many simple interactions can give rise to complex behaviors. What does this mean for us and how we should act and design in an emergent world? |
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josh ramseySailCycleTrek is a carbon-free expedition platform which promotes valuable brands in support of worthy causes. We aim to find change agents and offering them support. Adventurer Josh Ramsey presents his personal story about shifting perspectives and finding purpose. On 25th May 2013, he begins his first expedition, cycling from Cape Town to Zambia in support of Greenpop and their planting of 5000 trees in Livingston. Follow their story as it unfolds @sailcycletrek. |
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michael sas-rolfesPublic ignorance and misguided policies are largely responsible for South Africa’s current rhino poaching crisis, which at this time is an economic crisis, not a conservation problem. However, if the public and policy-makers do not improve their understanding of the problem, South Africa’s previous rhino conservation success will be undermined. |
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michael-john phillipAfter a boring time in the Friend Zone, Michael-John Phillip decided to cast his net out into the Ocean of Amore and go on 15 blind dates in 24 hours. His presentation is a look at these 15 unique dates, the women he met and the challenge of a dating marathon. |
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mark vellaUnplanned Dad is a down to earth guide to future parents and fathers in particular from someone who has joined the parenthood club, addressing issues such money, breastfeeding and birthing, why you should beware the 9th day! And why men need a man cave. |
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kai bertholdThe Gentrification Relay is an international cooperation project that aims to develop and display different perspectives on urban development and its downsides called gentrification. Starting off as student project at Köln International School of Design, this traveling workshop/exhibition just took place at its second destination, Cape Town. |
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paul rovis khambuleBeauty pageants have been taking place in SA’s townships since before the 1980s. Kayamandi Beauty Pageant (KBP) uses such events to build role models and inspire youth. While most townships have been labeled as ugly and unappealing, KBP are crafting a new image and developing some inspiring faces. |
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jess greenShowcasing 20 AWESOME South African entrepreneurs and what they are doing to make SA a better place! |
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andrew sam newmanAfter the Haiti earthquake Sam sat down on a pavement in Scotland & begged for poems for the people of Haiti. He received 139 poems in 4 days, and sold 21 copies of a book that didn’t exist. These funded a printrun of 100 copies of QUAKE and raised £500 for SOS Childrens villages in Haiti. This was the 1st of 13 PoemCatcher books and a one-year adventure. |
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johanna stampsIn our working lives we see positive results from using monitoring and evaluation to develop and evolve projects, making them more effective and efficient. Why should this be any different in relationships, romantic or otherwise? The relationship MOU is an example of a tool to help keep perspective in relationships. |
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yehuda raffThe Fringe is an area designated to become the Province’s design and innovation precinct. The focus of the presentation will be around the planned design phase in which all Capetonians will be invited to participate in the physical design of the area and asked to contribute to the planning of what the area needs to provide in terms of business support services in order for designers and entrepreneurs to call it home. |
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nicola jackman – mafrikaMAfrika is a fantastical being from the land of MinXa, she’s only-6-years old & she transforms into the WOWders (beings who make you say WOW)… Currently on a 20-City adventure, she shares some of her journey thus far and what she’s learned from the WOWders & the Dear Ones who support her. |
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david gwynne-evansCASABIO.org – The Home of Biodiversity, makes exploring nature addictive! At home and in the veld, life surrounds us. By uploading photos to CASABIO.org, you can quickly and easily identify your photos and contribute meaningfully to conservation. Explore the playflow and how you can contribute to conservation. |
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eladius ferdinandEladius Ferdinand is a Tanzanian hiphop artist. A strong believer in music as a universal language, he will share some of his ‘bongo flava’ (bongo means brain in Swahili). |
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jonathan warnckeWe are entering an era in which the barriers between creative thinking |
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louise coetzerMovement is a universal language that transcends culture and circumstance; that breaks down barriers and brings people together. We are passionate about movement as an art form and we want to share our passion through outreach programs, live performances, photography and filmmaking, in a way that enlivens, engages and entertains. |
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mark bergerA stunning photographic journey from here to the edges of outer space, then back again to the minute insides of our body and finally the humble atom and subatomic particles. The presentation highlights the endless and awesome combinations of energy and matter, which is the common denominator of all existence. |
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niki chapmanGeneration Now is the new Big Idea. A global movement led by renowned conservation activist Eugene Cussons, and backed by the Brands for Change product range that represents a shift in mind-set and an innovative way of doing business. The Generation Now consumer has a voice and is the most sophisticated consumer yet!” |
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jade de waalFood Jams were started in 2009 by music student – and hardcore foodie – Jade de Waal as a cooking project while in varsity residence. Since then, she has collaborated with videographers, photographers, illustrators, musicians and artists to explore food as a platform for fun and showing people how to cook. Through photographs, illustrations and video, she demonstrates how Food Jams are a powerful force for collective collaboration and inspiration to others that you don’t need a lot to make your own meal, or start a business. |
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basil scordilisHooping has been around since the 1960′s and is receiving major global interest in developed countries. SA is gaining momentum and to us at Arise and Hoop, hooping is all about fun, sharing and community. It’s also a great work out and has been introduced in gyms. And when you get down to it, it looks and feels damn sexy! |
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marcelle van zylA gang and drug infested community that needs help. The vision of Lavender in Lavender Hill is to populate Lavender Hill with lavender and by so doing create a Social Artwork and an Urban Farm for the production of lavender products. The project will bring a huge beneficial change to the community of Lavender Hill in two ways |
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gavin bonnerA freestyle performance poet, storyteller and musician from London, Gavin is based in Cape Town. He will be the first speaker to attempt a PechaKucha Kamakazi with his quick improvising mind and tongue. By day, Gavin works in schools and with corporates doing theatrical productions. |
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peter greenwallMultiple types of failure can be upcycled into material for innovation.The complete lack of financial success as an author and as a musician inspired a fascination with multiples types of failure which Peter has translated into his niche as an innovation consultant, showing corporates how to break failure down to make more things up. This is the back story behind how to capitalise on multiple types of failure. |
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lauren de vosSouth Africa’s marine protected areas safeguard our seas. Using cameras to monitor the oceans, False Bay on Film is the first video survey of the area’s fishes. Dive in and join scientific innovation from the comfort of your chair. Marine conservation is moving into the 21st century. |
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marcela guerrero casas“Open Streets Cape Town” is a city-wide initiative that celebrates the power of open public spaces and provides a place of convergence for different sectors and population segments in the city. Modeled after Bogota’s Ciclovia, it enables citizens to reclaim public urban spaces by creating a temporary network of car-free areas and routes throughout the city. It’s a healthy space for recreational activities that link communities and foster social integration. |
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jerome rexThe presentation is an overview of the origins of hip hop and its elements (DJ-ing/turntablism, graffiti, breakdancing, rap/emceeing), focusing mostly on the development of rap music into a form of performance art. |
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tim forssmanThe author of ’Bushman Rock Art’ (released this year), Tim Forssman has created a key that enables viewers to easily interpret rock art and its various images and symbols. A unique book aimed at everyday people, it celebrates the unrenewable resource of Bushman Art, an aspect of South African heritage that has the power to bring people together by understanding its deeper meaning and history. |
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douglas scottThe SA chapter of Wikipedia is launching the Wiki Loves Monuments project, part of a global project running during September. The idea is to get members of the public to take pictures of monuments from across the country and upload them to Wikicommons. This project has already been done in a number of other countries. For example, last year 4,500 pictures of Belgium monuments were submitted. |
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shania ellis-leeA few years ago, Shania got sick, really sick. As a Homoeopath it frustrated her to no end that no one, not in anyone in her field or any GPs, could figure out what was wrong. What it turned out to be was a major mineral imbalance, that once fixed, cured her! |
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ryan purcellThe sport is in its infancy in South Africa, but has millions of players all over the globe and is growing rapidly. Combining elements of soccer, basketball and American football, Ultimate is similar to many team sports in its requirements for athleticism, strategy and on-field skills. What makes it different are several of its counter-culture roots: co-ed competition, self-officiated games, and a strong community ethos. Covering some basics of the sport, the presentation explains what makes Ultimate awesome and shares details on the small but vibrant Ultimate community in Cape Town. |
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andré de wetRe_imagining of Nearly Everything. |
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rupert spann“The boabab tree is synonymous with Southern Africa, a broadly recognized symbol and influential icon in local society. They are landmarks and natural jungle gyms for kids to explore and play on. These trees also provide an important meeting place for people. |
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ian hendersonClockmaker Darryn Clark has spent a lifetime rescuing broken, burnt and worn-out time pieces… now he’s making one of his own! Cape Town filmmaker, Ian Henderson, points his macro lens at a strange ‘world in miniature’, of cogs, springs and metal filings. |
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tony brockWhat is Systems Thinking? Is it an Art or a Science? How does it work? Systems Thinking is useful because it will hugely improve peoples’ ability to understand problems and complexity and improve their ability to implement sustainable solutions. |
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imiel visser“THC is the most abundant chemical found in the Cannabis plant. First isolated in 1964, THC has been found to protect the plant from UV radiation. Although it is responsible for the euphoria associated with marijuana use, scientists have also found THC to be an analgesic and appetite stimulant. |
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bernard gutmanBernard Gutman, a local whisky expert, explains some of the mysteries of the world’s most popular alcohol. Taking a trip through the various regions of Scotland, he explains how ‘the water of life’ gets its different flavours. |
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elspeth donovanAre there guiding principles we can use to help organisations operate like vibrant ecosystems? BIOMIMICRY ushers in an era based not on what we can extract from nature, but on what we can learn from her. |
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tali hoffmanWe can’t effectively conserve Africa’s mammals if we don’t know where they are. The overarching goal of MammalMAP (the African Mammal Atlas Project) is to update the ecological records for all mammals across Africa, with numerous and far-reaching conservation benefits…and anyone, anywhere can help us. |
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joseph stodgelPeople in communities around the world are transforming their perceptions of trash and nearing the production of zero waste through simple and highly effective reuse and upcycling practices. So much labeled as ‘waste’ makes for ideal building materials in long-lasting ecological constructions. |
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deryck van steenderen and his daughter jordanRed Moon’ is a book by 11-year-old Jordan van Steenderen about Leah Surely, an average teenager. After a routine jog in the forest, her life is changed forever. Fleeing from normality she morphs between human and wolf, discovering the joy and pain of her powers. |
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rustum augustA one liner comedian, Rustum is a regular in all the local comedy spots. He was a regular at Zula and has since kept on the scene and increased his presence. “At the end of the day…… comes night.”
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yasser booleyYasser is a photographer that has been shooting since he was 17 and has also worked on documentary films. Journeying through some of his favourite images he presents elements of photography that have kept him hooked for more than half of his life. |
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cris riego de diosThe Consumer Protection Act (CPA). The law is often a source of fear and dread. No longer: the CPA is here to help. The media have tried to explain the Act in layman’s terms; yet most citizens are still confused. Cris’ presentation cuts through all the legal jargon. |
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angus mcintoshAngus grew up on a cattle ranch in Kwa-Zulu Natal, but after studying Management Accounting at Stellenbosch University and stockbroking for Goldman Sachs in London for just over four years, he declined a promotion, left his job and moved back to South Africa to become a farmer. He built a clay home, and with inspiration from various people on the way, became a student of biodynamics, a grass farmer and carbon sequestrator. |
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hayley mclellanPenguin Promises – an initiative by animal keepers across Africa! The African penguin is endemic and endangered and determined efforts are called for if we wish to see this species survive extinction within the next decade. The Waddle is walked by people willing to make this difference and create required awareness |
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richard jamiesonHeidegger’s book ‘Being & Time’ contains some of the most radical ideas in 20th century Western thought. He seeks to break down our tendency to divide the world into subject / object, and point us to the more immediate aspects of our experience. This analysis cuts at the roots of some of the aspects that dominate Western society, for example consumerism and the objectification of people (particularly women) in advertising. |
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wessel van den bergHave you heard of the ‘invisible sport’ of geocaching? There are currently more than 1.7 million active geocaches in the world, and it’s likely that there is one close to you… Drop your muggle status as you hear about the adventures waiting around you. |
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zayaan khanA contemporary green roof is an engineered system that supports a growing environment while protecting the integrity of the underlying structure. The benefits are numerous and the possibilities endless. With an interest in urban agriculture and the role of food systems on the carbon footprint of a city, Zayaan will present the benefits of Green Roofs. zayk.first@gmail.com |
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derek serraShooting nudes is often something that many photographers aspire to do – but many seem to struggle to produce images which they can proudly show in public – for a number of reasons. Derek shares his experience of shooting nudes on location and in studios for over 20 years using mainly natural light, bringing together the natural wonder of the nude form and nature’s beauty. |
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eric edelsteineric will be speaking about “constructive engagement” – how user generated-content & crowdsourcing can achieve this. He works at evly.com provides Software-as-a-Service that can be used by organisations on their Facebook Fan pages & on their own websites to “constructively engage” their fans, community, customers, and employees.
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brett webbMy inspiration and what I have learnt as a designer and a creative being in a crazy world. Little things I’ve picked up that have helped me to grow and get better at what I do. I’m hoping to help and inspire others with what I have to say. Get some fire under them to do great things. |
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tony elvinThe Langa Quarter, in Langa, the Mother City’s oldest black township, is vying to be a leading vibrant destination for tourists and all Capetonians within the Western Cape. An area steeped in Jazz tradition, rich culture and heritage. The Langa Quarter will support the existing local businesses and the creation of a large number of sustainable tourism focused enterprises, to provide local employment opportunities. |
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deon robbertzeDeon Robbertze is the co-founder of Sustain our Africa, a collaborative sustainability communications platform that acts as a catalyst for change. By cultivating awareness, showcasing inspirational stories and hosting practical tools for change SOA aims to build an abundant, resilient Africa that can deliver ENOUGH. FOR ALL. FOREVER. |
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andi brandFinding one’s life purpose and what does it mean? |
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hayley mclellanThe ubiquitous plastic shopping bag is wreaking devastation on our planet! We take this article for granted and disregard the bigger picture of its impact. Why do we behave in a manner that is detrimental to life on earth? Can South Africa take a stand and Ban the Bag? |
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tina lorizzoOver the last few years, pre-trial detainees’ human rights have received research interest and international attention in developed and post-conflict countries. My talk introduces facts around pre-trial detention and it specifically looks at the Mozambique situation between theoretical approaches to criminal justice reform followed by the international community and practices. |
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shirley loweNatalie’s Circle of Love is a growing network of people holding 11 year-old Natalie in their hearts. Natalie’s courage, maturity and determination to conquer an extremely rare form of bone cancer has inspired all who are following her story since she was diagnosed with Chordoma in January 2011. www.nataliescircleoflove.org |
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bridgett whyteBridgett Whyte’s talk provides simple tips on how to be happier, healthier and more effective by monitoring thoughts and developing self. She is a Skills Development Facilitator and seeking information regarding human capacity is her passion. Her mission is to assist individuals and organizations utilize their limitless resources available. |
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nicky abdinorNICKY’S DRIVE was initiated by Nicky Abdinor (based in Cape Town, South Africa) who was born without arms and shortened legs. Nicky is a Clinical Psychologist, lecturer and motivational speaker and drives a specially adapted car. She is currently raising funds to have a replacement car adapted in the UK (read Nicky’s Story) and recognised the need to extend the project for people with disabilities across South Africa. |
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mark vellaSocial transformation is possible in a commercially successful business |
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ricky ayleward, stacey howell, meredith aylewardThe making of the latest Taxi Violence music video. |
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andrew morrisWhat are those funny square things? They are a physical link to the digital world unlocked by the most common consumer device on the planet -a cell phone- through which a rich world of interaction and information is available by to the curious. |
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rohan millsonWestern Nutrition and its ramifications for, inter alia, western medicine, global ecology, and human and animal rights movements. |
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larry joeLarry Joe is a talented singer and songwriter who cut his debut solo album in 2010 whilst behind bars in the Douglas Correctional Centre (DCC) in the Northern Cape. Through video, musical performance and interactive dialogue, Larry and Aron (Larry’s producer and founder of Freshlyground) challenge audiences to rethink their own perceptions of language, colour and life story as being defining factors of how successful they can be in South Africa. |
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mark mckeownThe ancient legend, from the iconic African book – Indaba, My Children, has been brought back to life in vivid detail in our Graphic Novel Adaptation. This story was told around the fires of our long forgotten ancestors, and is the ancient root of all other stories told since. Ma is the first in a three part trilogy, an epic African tale, of how everything, as we know it, came to be. |
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jonathan dealHead of Treasure the Karoo Action Group, Jonathan Deal has devoted almost all of his time since February 2011 to fight the companies planning to frack in the Karoo. He is a passionate campaigner, educating South Africans about this environmentally dangerous oil extraction process proposed for one of the world’s most sensitive ecosystems. |
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nathan hellerNathan is the MD of The HUB Cape Town and an associate at Reos Partners, focusing on participatory leadership. He is also a member of Warriors Without Weapons. He will share his insights into the Occupy movement and how (and why) it has developed as a global movement. He recently attended COP17 where the occupy movement was present. |
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kenneth van rensburg – 3D printingAn industrial Designer, co-founder Protoform Rapid Prototyping and self confessed 3D Printing evangelist. Speaking on a this incredible technology-what it is, how it works, some exciting projects they’ve been involved with in South Africa, how it can be used and where it’s heading.
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jason drew – the story of the flyHow the fly could save the world – by providing a protein source at scale.
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dillion sipho phiriA reflection on the creativity – or lack of it – of our generation. Are there any truly original ideas left to be discovered? |
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lindy taverner – extreme sports around the world.Extreme sports rarely receive front page coverage. Lindy Taverner is a journalist who has reported on a range of insane sports around the world, with an intense fascination for the individuals to put their bodies on the line in their quest to be the best at ‘out there’ sports. She shares her insights into some of the craziest sports and the individuals involved in them. |
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lauren shantall – colour blockingWhat is this colour-blocking? Simply defined, it’s two or more “blocks” of solid colour that are placed next to each other. Tension and excitement are created by this relationship. In clothing fashion, it’s all loud brights, while interiors are slightly more ambivalent but mostly bright, rather than muted. |
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michael haupt – is google male or female?Enlightened corporations today are challenging the traditional ways of doing business in the face of increasing competition, consumer demands, rising costs and economic uncertainty. What are the characteristics of companies who will survive beyond 2020? His talk will focus on Google, but the insights can be applied to any company, large or small and is particularly relevant to discerning consumers who want to use the power of their wallet to vote for change. |
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chris swift – umlungu“Cape Town-based artist Christopher Swift explores his contribution to South African culture and society, as well as his own African identity by incorporating locally sourced materials into his art. Witness the processes he undertakes to create a wide variety of artistic expressions.” |
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christian christelis – open source softwareAn analysis and evaluation of open source software and its application. |
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roger jorgenson – the art and science of distillationA master distiller who passionately creates artisanal spirits on his farm in Wellington, Roger Jorgensen uses the finest ingredients – most sourced locally – in bottling delicious liquid love, ranging from absinthe to limoncello. |
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sonja kruseThe UBUNTU girl, Sonja Kruse, travelled across South-Africa: One camera, one backpack, R100, on foot and by thumb… without the means to support herself. … Traveled all around SA with no money and experienced some the amazing generosity and friendliness of its people. |
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nathan hellerNathan recently returned from a training programme in community upliftment in Santos, Brasil. This 5-week participatory process changed his perceptions of social development and taught him what it means to build community, and to believe in the power of community. He is called to facilitate this process into communities in Southern Africa. |
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darryn clarkDarryn has a passion for clocks and the art involved in clock-making. He spoke about some of his projects and the importance that this ‘art’ should not die. |
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justin fiskeJustin makes the most amazing moving sculptures using principles of maths and rigging objects. He focused on some more obscure private works that no longer exist and that few if anybody have seen, and some future projects.
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tonyExploring the growth of industrial hemp and the applications it has for South Africa.
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yazeed kamaldienPhoto reportage of the recent uprisings in the Arab world, as experienced first-hand by photo-journalist Yazeed Kamalidien in Yemen. |
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dr pierre van der spuyRemaining happy is the result of what people do on a daily basis to strengthen their brains. Pierre is author of the first book for laypeople with groundbreaking research that combines science and understanding the human condition to explain what makes us human, happy and authentically successful. |
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nadine bothaDesign competition in Cape Town with a prize of R300k . Someone who comes up with the best idea that will benefit our mother city, wins. |
