Melkbosstrand will host its inaugural ART/FILM Festival from 21 to 27 September 2026, according to IOL, with the programme culminating in the Melkbos Ateljee Open Studios event. The week-long arts festival is set to feature more than 30 artists across 14 locations, bringing film and studio-based art together ahead of the open-studios finale.

Liquideep is set to host its first curated live experience in Johannesburg, with the event scheduled to take place in Braamfontein in July.

Ugandan artist Sqoop Larma says he is targeting Lugogo Cricket Oval for his debut concert in 2027, according to Mbu. He also plans to use his success to inspire and support street children, framing the show as both a career milestone and a community-minded project. Details such as dates, ticketing and organisers were not disclosed.

Ugandan music and film icon Mariam Ndagire has announced her return to the live concert stage with a show titled "The Opus of Love," according to BigEye. The concert is scheduled for December 11, 2026, at Kingdom Kampala. The event promises fans an evening of music and a celebration of Ndagire's artistic journey, marking a highly anticipated comeback for the celebrated Ugandan performer.

Apple held its Surprise and Shine event on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the Steve Jobs Theatre in Cupertino, California, where the company made a series of announcements, according to TechCabal. The publication's report rounds up everything unveiled during the presentation at Apple's headquarters. Specific details of the individual announcements were not included in the available summary, but the event follows Apple's tradition of September showcases held at its Cupertino campus.

NMB Bank has announced sponsorship of 165 million Tanzanian shillings for the Kariakoo Festival 2026, set for September 25 to 27 at Mnazi Mmoja grounds in Dar es Salaam. According to the Michuzi Blog, traders in Kariakoo are expected to gain more sales opportunities and receive payments digitally during the event. The third edition of the festival was launched on September 8 with a parade through Kariakoo streets, led by Ashraph Abdulkarim on behalf of Ilala District Commissioner Edward Mpogolo.