Message from Kobus Neethling: President Of The South African Creativity Foundation
The past few years have been tough for many people, not only South Africans but people from all over the world. Like often in the past, we had to up our marketing, and with many of our colleagues’ support, we were again able to reach our target. As the proverb says, “a smooth sea never make a skillful sailor”, and during the past 27 years, the seas were often not smooth, but it has been a very blessed 27-year journey.
We sincerely appreciate Siyanda Resources, who has sponsored ACRE for the past few years. Without their support, it would not be possible to host this exceptional event. This year a large number of Siyanda Influencers will be attending ACRE, and a group of teachers also sponsored by Siyanda—a double and a triple thank you to them.
Like in the past, our organizing team has done a fantastic job: Ena, Marita, Anzelle, Ettiene and Francois have contributed non-stop for the past six months to ensure the gaps and boxes have all been ticked. Thank you for your commitment and passion towards ACRE and our creative community.
A very special thank you to all our South African and International presenters. We are blessed that you have honoured us with your presence, and we know that your contributions will positively impact many people’s lives. Thank you to all our delegates—we trust that you will enjoy your ACRE 27 experience and that it will also be a magical learning adventure.
Thank you, Klein Kariba, for your flexibility and the caring way you have listened to our needs (and sometimes demands)—you are an essential part of the ACRE successes of the past two decades.
Someone said, ‘The best things in life are not things, they are moments.’ There will be many such moments during Acre 27.