By Paidashe Mandivengerei
MZANZI Limited will be hosting a 1960s themed dinner party dubbed Van Toeka AF UK on February 26 sponsored by Diaspora Insurance.
The dinner party will unite South African expatriates living in the United Kingdom and will be held at Furtzon Community Centre in Milton Keynes from 1800hours to 2300hours.
Executive Director of Diaspora Insurance, Dr Sibert Mandega said the insurance company has a keen interest in supporting organisations like Mzanzi which promote and celebrate African culture.
He said: “Diaspora Insurance supports organisations that celebrate and promote African culture, music and lifestyles in the diaspora. Our products and services have made a huge impact in the African diaspora communities worldwide and it is no surprise that we are working with Mzanzi Ltd, an organisation of South Africans in the UK. We just want to encourage people to attend the event on the 26th of February 2022 in Milton Keynes”.
Mzanzi Ltd Director, Joel Sedumedi added that all African expatriates were welcome to the event and called upon upcoming artists to attend and showcase their art.
“Van Toeka AF event is based on a theme about music, life and food in the 60’s. Guests are expected to dress, look, dance and feel like the real 60’s and all Southern Africans are welcome to attend.
“We have lined up several events for 2022, working on with Diaspora Insurance as our sponsor. These include the Van Toeka AF Dinner, an ensemble of comedians from Southern Africa which will be held in three venues across the UK and a music show.
“We are encouraging and inviting more upcoming artists and comedians based in Southern Africa and here in the UK to be part of these exciting events.”
Sedumedi who is registered with Diaspora Insurance urged other African transnational citizens to sign up and protect their families in times of loss.
He added that Diaspora Insurance which aims at protecting and catering for the needs of diasporans is a perfect fit for Mzanzi Ltd events hence the two companies had decided to partner in future events.
“Diaspora Insurance is a very significant and relevant partner for our events, not just as a sponsor but as an empowering force for our people. We need to encourage people in the Diaspora to be aware of the need to protect themselves and their families, in times of loss and need.
“We have seen how many people still depend on public donations to repatriate and bury their loved ones. We can help to stop this by taking the Diaspora Funeral Cash Plan provided by partners like Diaspora Insurance wherever we go. It is protection without borders that covers you and your family wherever they are in the world. My own family is protected by Diaspora Insurance. It’s guaranteed peace of mind.”
