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Vukile launches South Africa’s first national DISKI FANFEST

Soccer meets community

Staff Reporter|Published

The five-mall tour featuring South African soccer legend Doctor Khumalo will begin at Daveyton Mall on Friday, October 24, and will run through Sunday, October 26.

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Vukile Property Fund is bringing the beautiful game to its shoppers with the launch of the first-ever national Vukile DISKI FANFEST— a five-weekend celebration of soccer, fun, and community pride.

The five-shopping-mall tour kicks off at Daveyton Mall from Friday, 24 October, to Sunday, 26 October, headlined by South African soccer legend Doctor Khumalo. In fact, Doctor Khumalowill be joining fans at each stop of the tour, creating unforgettable moments with local communities. At Daveyton Mall, supporters can meet him on Saturday, 25 October, from 12:00 to 14:00.

Soccer meets community

Customers and communities are the heart of Vukile’s shopping centres. The DISKIFANFEST is the latest expression of Vukile’s investment in experiences that strengthen communities and make sure their malls are vibrant social hubs—spaces that foster belonging, local pride and shared experience.”

The Vukile DISKI FANFEST is about creating a space where families, friends, and fans can come together, enjoy world-class entertainment, and celebrate the game we all love.

In line with our vision to create not only shopping destinations but also centres of growth for all the communities we serve, we are proud to share this one-of-a-kind national experience with our shoppers, which will also enrich communities through various soccer development activities,” says Marijke Coetzee, Vukile’s Director of Marketing and Communications.

Doctor Khumalo adds, “Soccer has given me so much, and this is about giving back — inspiring the next generation while bringing communities together to share in the spirit of the game.”

A game-changing goal

More than local heroes, lively fans, and lasting memories, the experience will leave each community better off because the Vukile DISKI FANFEST celebrates the beautiful game while inspiring, growing, and investing in local soccer talent. Every stop on the tour includes youth soccer development initiatives, as well as the handover of five full soccer kits valued at R80,000 to local community clubs.

Tour dates and appearances

Daveyton Mall – Fri 24 to Sun 26 Oct (Doctor Khumalo – Sat, 25 Oct, 12:00-14:00)

Dobsonville Mall – Fri 7 to Sun 9 Nov (Doctor Khumalo – Sat, 8 Nov, 11:00-13:00)

Gugulethu Square – Fri 14 to Sun 16 Nov (Doctor Khumalo – Sun, 16 Nov, 11:00-13:00)

Mdantsane City – Fri 21 to Sun 23 Nov (Doctor Khumalo – Sat, 22 Nov, 11:00-13:00)

Pinecrest Centre – Fri 28 to Sun 30 Nov (Doctor Khumalo – Sun, 30 Nov, 11:00-13:00) FanFest highlights

From Friday to Sunday (10:00-15:00) at each mall, shoppers can look forward to:

• Interactive coaching clinics and mini-pitch shoot-outs

• Freestyle soccer shows and skills challenges

• Dance-offs, trivia, and high-energy fan activations

• Themed photo opportunities and live entertainment

Over the five weekends, our shoppers stand a chance to win their share of prizes worth over R175,000 at the Vukile DISKI FANFEST, ensuring the excitement extends well beyond the pitch.