Global Icon Dr. Duma Ndlovu to Headline the Global Tourism & International Film Celebration 2026

Landmark Lecture on Building a Global Creative Economy: Lessons from Five Decades in African Film, Theatre & Television

Alicante, Spain — The Clevenard Open Project 2026 is proud to announce that internationally acclaimed South African filmmaker, playwright, and television producer Dr. Duma Ndlovu will headline the Global Tourism & International Film Celebration 2026 with a landmark lecture titled:

Building a Global Creative Economy: Lessons from Five Decades in African Film, Theatre & Television.

The highly anticipated session will take place on Day 3 of the Clevenard Open Project, Saturday, 29 August 2026, in Alicante, Spain, as part of a high-level programme bringing together tourism leaders, filmmakers, government officials, traditional leaders, and global creatives from around the world.

About Dr. Duma Ndlovu

Dr. Duma Ndlovu is one of South Africa’s most influential creative voices, with a distinguished career spanning nearly five decades across journalism, theatre, film, and television.

He began his professional journey as a journalist in South Africa in the 1970s, where he reported on pivotal historical moments, including the 1976 Soweto Uprisings. In 1977, he went into exile in Lesotho before receiving a scholarship to study in the United States. He later earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hunter College, City University of New York.

In the early 1980s, Dr. Ndlovu emerged as a key figure in international theatre. He worked with Lincoln Center Theatre in New York, where he produced the influential Woza Africa Theatre Festival, widely credited with igniting international interest in South African theatre and arts during the 1980s. His theatre credits include associate producing roles on acclaimed productions such as Woza Albert, Asinamali, and Sarafina, all of which enjoyed successful runs on and off Broadway in the United States.

Upon returning to South Africa in 1992, Dr. Ndlovu founded Word of Mouth Pictures, a television production company that has played a transformative role in shaping the country’s broadcast landscape. Through this company, he has created and produced some of South Africa’s most iconic and long-running television productions, including Muvhango, Imbewu, Uzalo, Umkhokha, Sibongile and the Dlamini’s, My Brother’s Keeper, Komkhulu, Ehostela, and Queen Modjadji.

In addition to television, Dr. Ndlovu has written and directed numerous acclaimed stage productions, including Bergville Stories, The Game, The Ritual, The Journey, Sheila’s Day, and The Revival of Gibson Kente’s How Long. Many of these works have toured extensively across the United States, Europe, and Switzerland.

In recognition of his outstanding contribution to the arts and cultural development, Dr. Ndlovu received an Honorary Doctoral Degree in English from the University of Venda in 2011, followed by an Honorary PhD from the University of Ongoye, Zululand, in 2022.

His legacy is defined by powerful storytelling that foregrounds African narratives, cultural identity, and social transformation, making his headline lecture a defining moment of the 2026 programme.

About the Event: The Clevenard Open Project 2026

The Clevenard Open Project 2026 is a prestigious four-day international flagship gathering that brings together global leaders, creatives, entrepreneurs, educators, artists, policymakers, and innovators on a dynamic, cross-industry platform.

Hosted in the vibrant Mediterranean city of Alicante, the event merges business, culture, education, tourism, film, music, fashion, and social impact into a seamless global experience.

More than a conference or festival, the Clevenard Open Project is a global movement—promoting collaboration, visibility, cultural exchange, and sustainable development, while positioning Alicante as a fast-growing international hub for world-class events.

Why This Event Matters

In an increasingly interconnected yet divided world, the Clevenard Open Project offers a powerful response through purposeful global connection.

The event:

• Builds international bridges between cultures, industries, and nations
• Empowers creatives, businesses, and innovators with visibility and opportunity
• Strengthens education, tourism, the arts, and NGOs through collaboration
• Encourages international investment and sustainable development
• Amplifies underrepresented voices in media, culture, and innovation
• Promotes global unity through shared stories, creativity, and leadership

Event Programme Highlights

Day 1 — Thursday, 27 August 2026

Global Authors’ Recognition & Education Summit

Day 2 — Friday, 28 August 2026

Global Economy Summit & Clevenard Radio Music Awards (2nd Edition)

Day 3 — Saturday, 29 August 2026

Global Tourism & International Film Celebration

Featuring the headline lecture by Dr. Duma Ndlovu

Day 4 — Sunday, 30 August 2026

Clevenard Fashion & Beauty Summit & International Fashion Runway 2026

Contact & Registration

• Phone: +34 631 279 811 | +34 672 93 12 16
• Email: info**************
• Website: www.clevenard.com
• Venue: Palau de Congressos d'Alicante, Avinguda de Dénia, 47–49, 03013 Alicante, Spain
• Organized by: Clevenard SL (NIF: B75809574)

Categoría:

Presione soltar 

Organización:

Clevenard

Escrito por:

Tolu Osindero

Phone:

+34631279811