DCI 4.0 Opening Reception: Let’s Boogie!
A last-minute change of venue could not stop the crowds: the Rhodes Great Hall slowly filled up with DCI speakers, participants and sponsors who after the speeches and snacks danced the night away. Zimbabwean poet Ronald Jongwe recited his poem while walking through the crowd and blowing everyone away with his loud voice and clear message: a warm welcome to all! And of course we have photos…
John Capati of the American International Health Alliance and Makana Municipality Mayor Vumile Lwana made this evening a reality and extended their welcome greetings. While journalists and participants made a run for the wine and snacks Zambian singer Lily T. and Botswana’s folklore musician Ntirelang Berman belted out numerous songs, including the popular “Hearts and Minds” song: “change your hearts, change your minds, if we love and care for each other, we will overcome”. When they started to throw mini soccerballs into the crowd the night just got crazier and crazier.
Take a look at some of the photos!
Poet Ronald Jongwe at the DCI Opening Party – Hazvineyi Mushambadope
John Capati of DCI sponsor American International Health Alliance – Hazvineyi Mushambadope
The Makana Municipality Mayor with the Rhodes Vice-Chancellor, ready to speech – Hazvineyi Mushambadope
Highway Africa director Chris Kabwato prepares for the evening – Hazvineyi Mushambadope
DCI workshop facilitators Marlon Parker and Jayne Morgan – Hazvineyi Mushambadope
Chwayitisa Futshane, Hunadi Violet Ralebipi and friends start dancing – Madoda Mkhobeni (Open Source)
Botswana’s folklore musician Ntirelang Berman belts out a tune – Madoda Mkhobeni (Open Source)
Amanda Mathe, Thulani Mdletshe, Anele Ngwenya, Hunadi Ralebipi, Rose Molefe and friends – Madoda Mkhobeni (Open Source)
