Government officials include Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, leader Julius Malema, former Nelson Mandela Foundation chief executive Sello Hatan and actress Connie Ferguson.
R500,000 is the price it will cost to sit with President Cyril Ramaphosa this weekend at the Sandton Convention Center when the Koren Masawana Foundation (CMF) hosts a gala dinner to celebrate regional development milestones.
By theme 12 years of community growththe NGO's gala dinner celebrates more than a dozen years of its work in the community, and business people seeking the opportunity to lobby the president have already purchased tickets to speak with Ramaphosa. .
There are four tables where seats can be purchased. The Presidential Table costs R500,000 for an exclusive experience with a VVIP.
Premier tables hosted by VIP dignitaries charge patrons R250,000. a R100,000 Platinum table featuring a celebrity host and a R50,000 Gold table for a night of networking and fun.
Organizers say the top and bottom tables are already sold out.
Those looking to experience the exclusive atmosphere can secure individual seats at the gala for R6,000.
According to a statement from the foundation, each ticket guarantees “an unforgettable evening in which every moment is an investment in humanity, interacting with distinguished speakers and enjoying outstanding entertainment. Your presence is an investment in the community. We know that we support a larger vision of growth and empowerment.”
Tickets include a three-course meal, drinks, entertainment and branding opportunities.
“This is more than just an event. It's an investment in the fabric of our country.”
The gala will be hosted by JJ Thabane, Nnamdi Madida and Zandile Hopa, and will also feature performances by Prince Kaybee, KO, Ramies Holworthy and more.
Dignitaries on the night include Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, EFF leaders Julius Malema and Lindiwe Zulu, former Nelson Mandela Foundation CEO Sello Hatan and actress Connie Ferguson. .
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CMF work
CMF is an NGO founded by entrepreneur and philanthropist Koren Masawana that is concerned with the welfare of the elderly, people living with disabilities, and households with children.
“The Koren Masawana Foundation is a self-funded organization for the past 10 years. We actually opened our doors only two years ago and started working with other sponsors and other partners. We did it,” Masawana said in a recent interview with Newzroom Afrika. Mr Masawana is the chairman of the investment company Afribiz Invest.
In 2021, the Foundation launched the 'One Brick at a Time' campaign to help address the housing crisis for South Africans who cannot afford to evacuate on their own.
The foundation called on the public to donate one or more bricks to build 100 homes.
“Each brick costs R2,000 and we hope to reach our goal of 5,000 bricks so that we can build 100 homes for people in need,” Masawana said at the time. Told.
The foundation has built 500 homes over the years.
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