Category Archives: Media Releases

The National Arts Council (NAC), in partnership with the South African Revenue Service (SARS), invites artists, creatives, cultural practitioners, and arts organisations to participate in a Tax Education and Compliance Webinar. This informative online session is designed to enhance understanding of tax obligations, compliance requirements, and available support for individuals and organisations operating within the […]

Media Statement: For immediate release                                                          25 August 2026 The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) is proud to partner with the South African Gallery of Legends (SAGOL), the National Heritage Council (NHC) and Ditsong Museums of South Africa in presenting the Legendary Women in the Arts exhibition. The initiative forms part of the national […]

For immediate release:                                                       7 August 2026 Following an order of the High Court of South Africa, Gauteng Division, Pretoria, granted on 31 July 2026, the members of the Council of the National Arts Council were reinstated to office. The Council has resumed the exercise of the functions conferred on it by the National Arts Council […]

In terms of the National Arts Council (Act No 56 of 1997), as amended, the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr. Gayton McKenzie invites members of the arts fraternity and the public to nominate persons to serve as Council Members of the National Arts Council (NAC). Nominated candidates should possess special knowledge and experience […]

Media Statement: For immediate release                                                          22 June 2026 The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) is pleased to announce the funding outcomes for the Craft, Dance, Literature and Visual Arts disciplines under the 2026 Annual Project Funding Call. Following the recent communication regarding the revised funding outcomes schedule, the NAC undertook an intensive adjudication, […]

Media Statement: For immediate release                                                          18 June 2026 The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) wishes to provide an update to applicants and stakeholders regarding the outcomes of the 2026 Annual Project Funding Call. Earlier this year, the NAC invited applications from active creative practitioners and organisations across seven artistic disciplines, namely Craft, Dance, […]

Media Statement: For immediate release                                12 June 2026 The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) is pleased to announce that the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, the Honourable Gayton McKenzie, has seconded Mr Lebogang Mogoera as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and as Accounting Authority of the NAC. The appointment follows the […]

Media Statement: For immediate release                                27 May 2026 The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) wishes to update stakeholders regarding the 2026 Annual Project Funding Call outcomes. Earlier this year, the NAC invited applications from active creative practitioners across the seven disciplines of Craft, Dance, Literature, Music, Multidiscipline, Theatre, and Visual Arts. The initial […]