As the Standard Bank Young Artist Awards celebrate an impressive 40-year milestone, the National Arts Festival announced the competition’s six young artists who will showcase their talent at the 51st instalment of the event.

The 2025 award winners — Modise Sekgothe (poetry), Nyakallo Maleke (visual arts), Siyasanga Charles (jzz), Asanda Ruda (dance), Muneyi (music), and Calvin Ratladi (theatre) — will receive financial support, mentorship as well as a chance to showcase their work at the festival. ..