Site Visits

Ocean View and iNethi - Marius Waries

Marius Waries is a member of the iNethi project and one of the founders of the community wireless network in Ocean View.  He invites you for a tour of his community, featuring local art, Khoi cultural heritage sites, a bit of history and the iNethi Ocean View wireless infrastructure.  This will be a casual-to-moderate hike of about 90 minutes. Wear good walking shoes.

The tour will begin at 10a from Imhoff Farm in Noordhoek (about 45 minutes from the Protea Breakwater). We will arrange transport from the conference venue (leaving 9a) and back to the conference after in time for lunch (1p).

Register: at conference registration area
Meet: 9h00 at the conference registration area
Cost: R600 per person (pay at registration desk)

This tour will only proceed if there are sufficient bookings.

You can also book tours independently with Marius – call or WhatsApp him here: +27 76 039 8538

Tour guide - Marius Waries maries wearing a mask sitting in a space with photos behind him

Philippi Village - Bushra Razack

Supported by ACM SIGCHI

An Innovative Business Catalyst: Philippi Village serves as a powerful catalyst for township communities. Experience firsthand how this dynamic hub fosters growth and success for local entrepreneurs, igniting a spark of economic prosperity for the entire region.

Igniting Growth for Local Entrepreneurs: Witness the inspiring vision of collaborative workspaces, providing a nurturing environment for small and micro business owners.

Empowerment at Philippi Village: Transforming lives through jobs and upskilling. Witness the change!

Culture and Connection: Immerse in vibrant local creations by meeting the entrepreneurs!

📅 Date and Time: Saturday 19 Aug 2023 9:30 am

📍 Meeting Point: Departing from Protea Hotel Breakwater Hotel, V&A Waterfront

💲 Price: Free – Food and drinks at own cost.

Itinerary:

9:00 am – Arrive at the Protea Breakwater Hotel, Cape Town (conference location)

9:30 am – Shuttle leaves the conference location

10:00 am – One-hour tour of the Village 

11:30 am – Lunch in the Philippi Village Cafe (participants pay for their own lunch) – World Cafe style discussion with entrepreneurs from the village.  (1.5 hours)

1:00 pm – Travel back to Protea Breakwater (~30 min)

🌐 Register below

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7T-xMUqT3K5jMVQecHRS13JVEsNkMfi3xBLDot7vJ_sI5Cw/viewform

📢 Please note that spaces are limited 📢 

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