Event

Fak’ugesi Presents: The Power Surge

2 October, 2025 - 11:40
2 minute read

Event

Fak’ugesi Presents: The Power Surge

2 October, 2025 - 11:40
2 minute read

The Fak’ugesi Festival 2025 returns from 7 – 12 October 2025 with a bold theme: Power Surge. Known as an event that celebrates digital creativity, Fak’ugesi invites you to 6 days of innovation, culture, play, and imagination at the heart of Braamfontein’s Tshimologong Precinct.

This year’s programme is charged with energy- featuring talks, showcases, installations, and experiences that highlight Africa’s place at the cutting edge of digital creativity. At the core of this year’s festival is The Surge Experience, a three-step immersive journey across the Wits Anglo American Digital Dome, the Origins Centre, and the Tshimologong Precinct.

Audiences of all ages are invited to travel through three electrifying worlds:

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Afriverse – A 360° signature Fak’ugesi experience where digital storytelling, Afrofuturist narratives, and sensory art come together. Explore everything from Cosmoceno to the bold Art and Entertainment Editions.

Proto-Surge – Taking you back to the roots of Ancestral Intelligence and discover how Africa’s innovators shaped global art, technology, and symbolism.

Future Focus – Tomorrow’s creators shake hands with today’s creators and changemakers! Dive into game design, AR, VR, and immersive projects shaping the future of digital creativity.

Festival Highlights

9 October – Pitch Day
A Shark Tank–style showcase with pitches, talks, and networking by Africa’s talents in animation, video games, and immersive media.

10 October – Public Programme Day 1
Cutting-edge panels, showcases, and experiences spotlighting the latest in digital art, design, and storytelling.
– Fak’ugesi Awards (Invite Only) – Honouring excellence in African digital creativity across animation, media, digital arts, and design.
– Silent Disco – After the Awards, celebrate 10 years of the Electric South with a silent disco.

11 October – Public Programme Day 2
Panels and workshops from Africa’s most daring creatives, technologists, storytellers, and cultural hackers.

12 October – Family Day
A playful close to the festival featuring showcases, and karaoke for kids, parents, and families.

Daily Showcases (9 – 12 October)
Experience groundbreaking exhibitions in extended reality, animation, and video games throughout the festival.

With such a power-packed programme, Fak’ugesi 2025 promises something for everyone — from industry professionals and digital creators to families and first-time attendees.

️Purchase your Tickets now on Quicket with pricing from R40-R495 and day 5 being free! Join the surge and experience the electrifying digital festival at Braamfontein’s Tshimologong Precinct.