Centre for Creative Arts

The Centre for Creative Arts (CCA), situated within the University of Kwazulu-Natal, serves as an interdisciplinary hub within the School of the Arts in the College of Humanities. Let’s delve into what makes this center a vibrant cultural force:

Festivals and Artistic Excellence:

The CCA hosts seven renowned festivals, each contributing to its strong international profile. These festivals celebrate artistic excellence and explore how the arts can drive social change and strengthen South Africa’s constitutional democracy.

Notable among these festivals are:

• Time of the Writer: A literary festival that brings together writers, poets, and thinkers to engage in dialogue about literature, identity, and social issues.
• Durban International Film Festival: A cinematic celebration showcasing diverse films from around the world.
• Jomba! Contemporary Dance Experience: A platform for contemporary dance performances and collaborations.

• Poetry Africa: An annual gathering of poets and spoken word artists.
• Artfluence Human Rights Festival: An exploration of human rights through various art forms.
• World Radio Day and World Teachers’ Day: Events that highlight the importance of radio and education.

The CCA’s commitment to artistic integrity and social impact resonates through these festivals.