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Annual National Awards | Durban July Horse Race Weekend – Official After‑Party | Durban ICC

Sarah Baartman Awards 2026

“Honouring Boldness, Beauty, and Brilliance”

Official After-Party of the Durban July Horse Race

1️⃣ Event Overview & Vision

The Sarah Baartman Awards celebrate excellence, culture, and influence across arts, lifestyle, entrepreneurship, and social impact. This event is positioned as Durban’s premier awards gala, combining glamour, entertainment, high-level networking, and inclusive fashion excellence.

Date: 04 July 2026

Venue: Durban ICC

Weekend of the Durban July Horse Race

Mission:

To spotlight trailblazers and trendsetters who inspire communities while offering a luxury entertainment experience.

Vision:

To become South Africa’s most prestigious cultural and lifestyle awards event, synonymous with excellence, style, and inclusivity.

2️⃣ MAIN EVENT -Awards Categories & Selection Criteria

• Queen of the Scene- Most influential female in arts, culture, or media (Leadership, influence, social impact)

• King of Impact -Most impactful male in social entrepreneurship (Measurable community contributions)

• Trailblazer Trophy -Young innovator (16–25) (Creativity, innovation, impact)

• Glow Getter -Best fashion / style influencer (Social media presence, style originality)

• Powerhouse Creator -Exceptional creativity in music, film, or digital media (Quality & influence of work)

• Legacy Leader -Lifetime achievement award (Decades of excellence & mentorship)

• Social Spark -Outstanding contribution to community (Positive change & initiatives)

• Hustle & Heart -Entrepreneurial spirit with measurable impact (Business growth & community upliftment)

• Iconic Moment -Unforgettable performance or project in the year (Cultural relevance & public recognition)

• People’s Choice Award -Voted by the public (Popularity & public engagement)

  

3️⃣ Ticketing & Packages

General Admission R450

VIP Access R1,200

VVIP / Hospitality R3,500

4️⃣ Program Schedule (Updated)

18:00 – 19:00 Red Carpet Arrival

19:00 – 19:30 Welcome Drinks & Networking

19:30 – 19:45 MC Opening

19:45 – 20:30 Global Fashion Runway Show – 30 +Size Models & Influencers

20:30 – 21:30 Main Event - Award Presentations (interlaced with performances)

21:30 – 23:00 Entertainment & Live Performances

23:00 – 00:00 VVIP Meet & Greet

00:00 – 03:00 After-Party / DJ Set

4.1 GLOBAL +SIZE MODEL FASHION RUNWAY

Fashion show highlights inclusivity and global influence. Models and influencers will showcase luxury and cultural couture, creating high social media engagement opportunities.

🌍 GLOBAL MODEL NOMINATION

Sarah Baartman Awards 2026

Honouring Boldness, Beauty, and Brilliance

👑 ABOUT THE EVENT

The Sarah Baartman Awards 2026 proudly invite the world to nominate 10 exceptional plus-size women to take part in our Global Inclusive Fashion Runway Show, hosted during the iconic Durban July Weekend at the Durban International Convention Centre (ICC), South Africa.

This is more than a runway.

✨ Every selected model is honoured with the Sarah Baartman Award

✨ Every woman who walks the runway is a WINNER

✨ A global celebration of beauty, confidence, and representation

🌍 WHO CAN BE NOMINATED?

We welcome nominations of women from all over the world, regardless of background or nationality.

You may nominate:

✔ Plus-size female models or influencers

✔ Women of all colors, cultures, and ethnicities

✔ Women aged 18+

✔ Women with or without professional modeling experience

🌟 Nominations can be submitted by:

• The model herself

• A celebrity

• A friend, family member, or supporter

• This platform is open, inclusive, and global.

🏆 WHAT MAKES THIS RUNWAY UNIQUE?

Unlike traditional fashion shows:

🔟 Only 10 models are selected worldwide

🏆 Each selected model receives the official Sarah Baartman Award

👑 Every runway participant is publicly honoured on stage

🌍 Models become global ambassadors of inclusivity and confidence

This runway is about recognition, not competition.

✍🏽 HOW THE NOMINATION PROCESS WORKS

1️⃣ Submit your nomination via this online platform

2️⃣ Our selection panel reviews all global entries

3️⃣ Selected models are contacted directly

4️⃣ Final 10 models are announced ahead of Durban July Weekend

5️⃣ Winners walk the runway and receive their awards live on stage

Each of the 10 global runway honourees of the Sarah Baartman Awards 2026 received full VIP treatment, including luxury hotel accommodation, chauffeur-driven limousine transfers, and official award recognition — reaffirming that every woman who walks this runway is celebrated as a winner.

📅 EVENT DETAILS

📍 Venue: Durban International Convention Centre (ICC)

📆 Date: Durban July Weekend – July 2026

🎉 Event: Sarah Baartman Awards 2026

🎭 Feature: Global Inclusive Fashion Runway Show

💜 OUR MESSAGE

The Sarah Baartman Awards stand for:

• Body positivity

• Women empowerment

• Cultural pride

• Global inclusivity

This runway honours women who own their space, their story, and their power.

📩 CONTACT

Event Director: Mondli Ndimande

📧 Email: ndimandemondli@gmail.com

+27625749311

👉 [NOMINATE NOW]

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