Youth, women and people living with disabilities - A Landscape Assessment of the CCI’s Readiness to Address the Needs of Persons with Disabilities (2)
The importance of the Cultural and Creative Industry (CCI) to job creation and economic growth, social cohesion and inclusivity, and cultural preservation are well established nationally and globally. Concerning the policy and legislative context, ensuring the vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities, participate in and benefit from the CCI are core principles enshrined by the United Nations (as articulated in the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities - CRPD), South Africa’s National Development Programme (NDP) and Mid Term Strategic Framework (MTSF), and the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture (DSAC), which align to human rights. However, despite laudable policy and programme intentions, challenges remain to ensure that disadvantaged groups (including persons with disabilities) participate and benefit equally from the opportunities in South Africa’s CCI sector, including access to facilities, services and support/ funding provided. Challenges are aggra 
Executive Direction - From the desk of Ms Unathi Lutshaba
As the quarter comes to a close, the South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) celebrates the remarkable vitality and diversity of the country's cultural and creative industries. These sectors have demonstrated impressive strength and adaptability, highlighting their significant contributions to the nation's growth.
Executive Direction - From the desk of Ms Unathi Lutshaba
As the quarter comes to a close, the South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) celebrates the remarkable vitality and diversity of the country's cultural and creative industries. These sectors have demonstrated impressive strength and adaptability, highlighting their significant contributions to the nation's growth.
A Human Capital Language
A person’s language ability refers to one’s level of skill in speaking, hearing, reading, and writing a language.
Report on ECPACC Strategic Planning Session
The ECPACC (Eastern Cape Provincial Arts & Culture Council) Strategic Planning Session was held at Mpekweni Resort in Peddie on 5 September 2024.
Some insights for DSAC to consider – a Funding Indaba, perhaps!
The South African Cultural Observatory’s (SACO’s) research report on the review/evaluation of the Mzansi Golden Economy (MGE) program illuminated some eye-opening insights about the MGE program.
