Songwriting in the park: Nandipha's visionary brainchild

Loading player...
In a city buzzing with talent, one innovative initiative is bringing singer-songwriters together to create, inspire, and thrive. Welcome to Songwriting in the Park, the brainchild of Nandipha, a passionate singer-songwriter who's breaking down barriers and fostering a community of creatives.
Stacey and J Sbu caught up with Nandipha to learn more about this exciting project. "I started Songwriting in the Park because I felt that in Durban, there weren't enough events for songwriters, and especially not enough free events for the youth," she explains. "I wanted to create a space where we could get together, be creative, and write songs without feeling like it's a secret."
That's exactly what's happening. Songwriting in the Park is a regular gathering where singer-songwriters come together to share their talents, collaborate on new material, and draw inspiration from one another. It's a space where creativity knows no bounds, and where the next big hit might just be born.
So, how can you be a part of this exciting movement? The next Songwriting in the Park event is scheduled for March, and Nandipha invites anyone interested to join in. "You can follow our Instagram account, @creativesinthepark, and join our WhatsApp group chat to stay updated on upcoming events," she says.
As Stacey, one of the interviewers, notes, "This is something that's so interesting because creative individuals, especially singer-songwriter people, often don't have many events to showcase their talents. To create that space is incredible."
With Songwriting in the Park, Nandipha is not only providing a platform for creatives to shine but also inspiring a sense of community and collaboration. As J Sbu, the other interviewer, puts it, "This is pretty cool what you're doing here. Very cool."
If you're a singer-songwriter looking for a creative outlet, or simply someone who appreciates great music, be sure to follow Songwriting in the Park on social media and join the movement. Who knows? You might just discover the next big thing in music.
19 Feb English South Africa Society & Culture · Personal Journals

Other recent episodes

SharksFest 2025: East Coast Radio calls on Jacaranda FM

In the lead-up to SharksFest, Stacey and J Sbu called their sister station, Jacaranda FM to chat with JacaDrive hosts Rob and Roz. With the Sharks taking on the Bulls this SharksFest, it was important to the Drive duo to get in touch with their frenemies... Rob and Roz got…
10 Dec 3 min

Lego League success: Northlands Primary's Smooth Sailors head to South Korea

As we close off Kiddies’ Hotline for the year, we’re celebrating a proudly KZN story that is making waves far beyond our coastline. Northlands Primary’s First Lego League team, the Smooth Sailors, have just made history. After an incredible performance at the national “Unearthed” First Lego League competition in Johannesburg,…
10 Dec 5 min

Christmas gifting: Is it about presents or presence?

Every December, the same question pops up: What’s the real meaning of gifting? Is it about piling up shiny boxes under the tree, or is it about giving experiences and memories that last a lifetime? Some say material gifts are overrated; they clutter our homes and drain our wallets. Others…
9 Dec 5 min

FlySafair have a surprise in store for you this festive season

J Sbu sat down with the team from FlySafair to talk about something truly magical taking to our skies this festive season. For years, they’ve dreamed of creating a Christmas livery that would wow South Africans, and this year, that dream came true. Picture this: Santa in his sleigh, packed…
5 Dec 4 min

Deterrence vs rehabilitation: KZN DoT weekly roadblocks

Today on The Great Drive, we’re diving into a campaign that’s been making waves across KwaZulu-Natal, the KZN Department of Transport’s #NenzaniLaEzweni.It’s a province-wide crackdown targeting reckless driving, illegal trucking operations, unroadworthy vehicles, and drivers operating without proper documentation. Week after week, the RTI teams have been out on the…
2 Dec 8 min