# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Inkosi Bhekizitha Makhanya Annual Sport Festival 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 06:30 am
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INKOSI BHEKIZITHA MAKHANYA ANNUAL SPORTS FESTIVAL 2026

The Sobonakhona Makhanya Community Development Trust proudly invites all communities, Izigodi, Izinduna, schools, youth groups, sports clubs, businesses, creatives, artists, and community organisations to participate in the **4th Inkosi Bhekizitha Makhanya Annual Sports Festival**.

For three consecutive years, this festival has successfully brought communities together through sport, culture, talent development, entrepreneurship, and community empowerment. This year marks our 4th Annual Festival, promising an even bigger platform for communities to participate, collaborate, showcase their talents, and unlock new opportunities.

? Date: 16 June 2026
? Time: 06:30 – 16:30
? Venue: Tobi Sports Grounds
Activities Include:

⚽ Soccer Tournaments
? Netball Tournaments
♟️ Chess Competitions
? Umlabalaba Competitions
? Talent Showcase
? Entertainment Showcase
⛳ Golfing Session and Demonstration

Special Guests

⛳ Eric Mhlongo
Professional Golfer, Coach, Academic, and Championship Golfer, who will be showcasing his work, sharing his professional journey, and engaging communities about opportunities in golf. His published book will also be available for viewing and purchase.

?? Luyanda Gumede
International Junior Golf Player, showcasing his trophies, achievements, and inspiring journey as a young golfer representing South Africa on international platforms.

? Visual Artists and Creative Talent
Local artists and creatives will exhibit their work and inspire future generations through art, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Community Showcase Opportunities

All Izigodi under their respective Izinduna are encouraged to participate by showcasing:

✅ Local Businesses and Services
✅ Community Development Projects
✅ Arts, Crafts, Fashion and Design
✅ Agricultural and Environmental Initiatives
✅ Youth Development Programmes
✅ Local Talent and Innovation
✅ Fundraising Campaigns and Community Causes

Special Festival Announcement

As we celebrate the 4th edition of this growing community initiative, participating communities will receive exciting announcements regarding future development programmes, talent development opportunities, partnerships, community projects, and youth empowerment initiatives.

Official Media & Research Partner

?? **Varsity Drive Campus Radio and TV

Our official Media and Research Partner, Varsity Drive Campus Radio and TV, will be covering the event through interviews, community stories, sports coverage, youth development features, talent showcases, and educational content. The partnership will ensure that community achievements, local talent, and development initiatives receive wider visibility while promoting higher education, sport development, entrepreneurship, leadership, and hygiene awareness.

Our Vision

Creating opportunities through Sport, Talent, Culture, Education, Innovation and Community Development.

? Trophies, Medals, Awards, Recognition, and Development Opportunities Await Participants.

Theme

"Create. Collaborate. Support. Empower."

? Contact: (+27)83 224 2353
? Email: [dlokovufund@gmail.com](mailto:dlokovufund@gmail.com)

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- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/folweni/inkosi-bhekizitha-makhanya-annual-sport-festival-2026/200030219764830
- **Event Categories**: Sports, Festivals, Business, Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Folweni
- **state**: NL
- **country**: South Africa
- **location**: Umbumbulu, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
- **lat**: -29.983868566624
- **long**: 30.70390177431
- **full address**: Umbumbulu, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa, 97 300009 St, Sononakhona, 4105, South Africa, Folweni

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Inkosi Bhekizitha Makhanya Annual Sport Festival 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Inkosi Bhekizitha Makhanya Annual Sport Festival 2026 takes place on Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 06:30 am to Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 06:30 am at Umbumbulu, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa, 97 300009 St, Sononakhona, 4105, South Africa, Folweni.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Inkosi Bhekizitha Makhanya Annual Sport Festival 2026?
  - **A:** Inkosi Bhekizitha Makhanya Annual Sport Festival 2026 is organized by Sobonakhona Makhanya Traditional Council.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Inkosi Bhekizitha Makhanya Annual Sport Festival 2026 is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Folweni, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Inkosi Bhekizitha Makhanya Annual Sport Festival 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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