SAFA Festival to celebrate South African culture and lifestyle

A celebration of South African culture and lifestyle is taking place on the Island this weekend.

Local business Isle Settle is launching the Island's first SAFFA Festival, which is sponsored by Standard Bank.

The event, which is taking place at The Nunnery, will involve a market featuring local and South African artisans, crafters and bakers, a family tag-and-touch rugby tournament, and activities for children.

Organiser Vanessa Naude says it's an opportunity for the Isle of Man's SAFFA population to come together for a celebration of the uniquely South African way of life, and for anyone interested in their culture to enjoy a day of fun.

Tickets for the day are now sold out, with spaces still available to watch a screening of the South Africa vs Ireland rugby match in the evening. 

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