Stories
Featured Story: Thato Mabelane
Rest easy, warrior woman.
Thato Mabelane wasn’t just a speaker — she was our spark.
She stood on the PechaKucha Cape Town stage for our very first event after the long pause of COVID, and she lit up the room with courage, humour, and raw honesty.
She reminded us what it means to show up, to speak truth, and to do it all with fierce love for this messy world.
We honour her voice. We carry her fire. We are forever grateful that her story is part of ours.
Gone too soon, but never forgotten.
Watch PechaKucha Cape Town stories — short, creative talks from local voices. Just 400 seconds of powerful storytelling.
PechaKucha Cape Town Nights #61
Welcome to PechaKucha Cape Town Night #61, the long-awaited return of Cape Town’s favourite storytelling event – and what a night it was! Held on 23 November 2023, this was our first PechaKucha since the long COVID hiatus – the last one being way back in March 2021. It felt like coming home. About the Theme: Where the Light Is! This night was a celebration of rediscovery, resilience, and the power of shining a light – both inward and outward. Our speakers explored the spaces, stories, and sparks that guide us back to ourselves, each other, and what truly matters.
PechaKucha Cape Town Nights #63
Welcome to PechaKucha Cape Town Night #63, where stories, voices, and bold ideas took centre stage. Held on the eve of South Africa’s national election, this timely edition explored the power of choice, change, and civic courage. 🎤 About the Theme: Vote! This event challenged us to think bigger about voting — not just at the ballot box, but in how we show up, speak out, and shape the world we want to live in. From personal reckonings to powerful calls for justice, each 20×20 talk added fresh perspective to what it means to have a voice and use it.
PechaKucha Cape Town Nights #64
About the Theme: Light Up the Night This event celebrated the brilliance of ideas, stories that illuminate our lives, and creativity that sparks change. From personal journeys to innovative concepts, each talk embodies the spirit of “Lighting Up the Night.”
🌟 Highlights of This Night: A sold-out event showcasing Cape Town’s vibrant storytelling community. Inspiring and thought-provoking talks delivered by diverse speakers. The unique PechaKucha 20×20 format that makes every presentation impactful and engaging.
PechaKucha Cape Town Nights #65
Welcome to PechaKucha Cape Town Night #65, where stories of resilience, growth, and bold dreams took the spotlight. This unforgettable evening featured 10 dynamic speakers, each sharing their journeys in the signature 20×20 PechaKucha format – 20 slides, 20 seconds each. 🎤 About the Theme: Time to Thrive This event was all about rising, flourishing, and stepping into new possibilities. From personal triumphs to bold new ideas, each talk reflected the powerful spirit of thriving in every season of life.
🌟 Highlights of This Night: A buzzing, sold-out evening showcasing Cape Town’s thriving creative and storytelling community. Inspiring, uplifting talks from a diverse line-up of speakers.