Purchase your ticket to the Voice of Courage Fashion Show on or before 31 July 2026.
Complete the official online competition entry, and you stand a chance to win one of two, one-night stays for two in a Luxury King Room at Boardwalk Hotel, including breakfast.
Located just minutes from the Blue Flag-awarded Hobie Beach, Boardwalk Hotel and Casino is Gqeberha’s premier entertainment and hospitality destination.
This luxurious four-star hotel offers 140 elegantly appointed rooms overlooking the beautiful shores of Nelson Mandela Bay.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic staycation or simply want to indulge yourself, this prize transforms your charitable evening into the chance to enjoy a luxurious coastal escape.
All you need to do is purchase your ticket by 31 July at 12pm and complete the official online competition entry.
An evening worth dressing up for
On 14 August 2026, the Boardwalk ICC will host the Voice of Courage Fashion Show, an evening of fashion, music and purpose.
Hosted by Boardwalk Hotel and Casino in partnership with Camelot Spa, the event will feature collections from leading Eastern Cape designers.
Featuring live entertainment by Robin Pieters and hosted by Lucia Mtshake-Ntshona.
Tickets cost R200 each, excluding service fees.
Fashion That Changes Lives
The event supports two important causes: Yokhuselo Haven and the Community Chest of the Eastern Cape.
Your ticket helps fund services for vulnerable people and supports organisations working to strengthen communities across the province.
Yokhuselo Haven: 38 Years of Courage
Established in 1988, Yokhuselo Haven was Nelson Mandela Bay’s first shelter for women and children affected by domestic abuse.
For nearly four decades, it has provided safety, meals, counselling and practical support to families escaping violence.
Funds raised help the organisation provide emergency accommodation, replace essential documents and maintain safe spaces where children can heal.
Community Chest of the Eastern Cape: More than 70 years of community impact
For more than 70 years, the Community Chest of the Eastern Cape has supported organisations working in education, healthcare, skills development and social relief.
Through grants, partnerships and mentorship, it helps charities provide essential services and support vulnerable communities across the province.
Designer Spotlight
Elegance, confidence and resilience define the work of Braemore Lundall-Sauls, whose Braemore Design collection will grace this year’s Voice of Courage runway.
Known for creating timeless pieces that balance bold design with everyday wearability, Braemore believes fashion has the power to restore dignity and inspire confidence.
Having previously worked alongside Yokhuselo Haven through community initiatives, this event holds special significance.
“Fashion can restore dignity and raise awareness,” says Braemore. “It’s an honour to use my craft to support such vital work in our community.”
Guests can expect sophisticated silhouettes and exciting new concepts that celebrate strength, individuality and the transformative power of fashion.
Follow @Braemore_Design
For Sinoxolo Manengela, fashion is about transformation.
As founder and creative director of NDIMBI Clothing & Manufacturing, he transforms reclaimed denim and discarded textiles into luxurious contemporary garments that challenge perceptions of sustainability without compromising on style.
For the Voice of Courage Fashion Show, guests can expect elegant silhouettes that challenge perceptions of waste and value, proving that sustainability and high fashion are not mutually exclusive.
“This event gives creativity a purpose beyond the runway,” says Sinoxolo. “It’s an honour to use fashion to create hope and support vulnerable communities.”
NDIMBI’s meticulous in-house craftsmanship redefines rather than simply recycles clothing, making each piece a work of conscious luxury.
Follow NDIMBI Clothing & Manufacturing on social media.
Award-winning designer Carlos Fritz brings his international runway experience home to Gqeberha with a showcase celebrating years of creative excellence.
Named “Best Rising Talent” at Italy Fashion Week and having showcased at Runway Dubai, Carlos blends haute couture with bold African-inspired prints and sleek, attitude-driven menswear.
For this event, he is curating a special collection representing his work over the years, and every outfit will be available for purchase after the show.
Beyond the runway, Carlos is partnering with Yokhuselo Haven and Community Chest to provide sewing skills training and equipment, helping create sustainable income opportunities.
“It’s about giving back and using my craft for community upliftment,” he says.
With his own factory and in-house production, Carlos Fritz embodies entrepreneurial resilience while creating fashion that turns heads.
Experience CF Designs at the Voice of Courage, where couture meets compassion.
Social media handles for Carlos Fritz: CF-Carlos Fritz Fashion
Nastassja brings the art of traditional high-end dressmaking to the Voice of Courage runway with a collection that celebrates quiet sophistication over fleeting trends.
Specialising in bespoke eveningwear and bridal designs, Nastassja L Creations is known for soft, feminine elegance balanced with structured, architectural tailoring.
What appears effortless on the outside is meticulously engineered within – think flat pattern drafting, precise draping, internal corsetry and horsehair-braid hemlines.
“Participating in this event is deeply meaningful,” says Nastassja. “My work is about empowering women and supporting survivors and vulnerable families; through fashion grounds my creative practice in real community impact.”
Expect perfectly tailored, timeless pieces with clean lines and a flawless fit that prove slow fashion never goes out of style.
Follow @nastassjalcreations on Instagram and Facebook.
Jan Hendrik of JaSi Studio challenges convention with precision-led, construction-first tailoring that blurs traditional gender boundaries.
For the Voice of Courage Fashion Show, JaSi Studio presents Vulnerability vs Armour – a thought-provoking collection that explores gendered protection and vulnerability through expertly tailored, gender-fluid garments featuring the designer’s signature chevron motif.
Jan Hendrik’s approach is pattern-making-led, with cut, structure and seam construction driving the design aesthetic.
“I’m honoured to support Yokhuselo Haven and Community Chest of the Eastern Cape,” says Jan Hendrik. “It’s powerful when creativity can help raise funds and awareness for people in crisis.”
The collection revisits previous designs alongside new creations, showcasing clean silhouettes and technical excellence.
Connect with JaSi Studio on Instagram and Facebook at @JASI Studio
Why your tickets matter
Your R200 ticket gives you the chance to:
- Enjoy an evening of fashion and entertainment.
- Support local designers and talent.
- Contribute to two important charities.
- Spend time with members of your community.
- Stand a chance of winning a luxury overnight stay at Boardwalk Hotel.
The event helps create safer spaces for survivors of domestic violence and supports stronger social programmes across the Eastern Cape.
Enter the lucky draw here:
Win a Luxury Boardwalk Getaway
Complete this official competition entry form for the Voice of Courage Fashion Show Lucky Draw. Participants who purchase a ticket to the Voice of Courage Fashion Show on or before 12:00 on 31 July 2026 and complete this entry form will stand a chance to win a one-night stay for two in a Luxury King Room at Boardwalk Hotel, including breakfast. The Voice of Courage Fashion Show will take place on 14 August 2026 at the Boardwalk ICC. The event is hosted by Boardwalk Hotel and Casino in partnership with Camelot Spa, with proceeds benefiting Yokhuselo Haven and the Community Chest of the Eastern Cape. To qualify for the lucky draw: Purchase your Voice of Courage Fashion Show ticket on or before 12:00 on 31 July 2026. Complete and submit this official entry form before the closing date. Ensure that all required information is completed accurately. Incomplete, duplicate or late entries will not be eligible for the draw. The winner will be selected after the competition closing date and contacted using the details provided in this form.
That means you have a limited opportunity to secure not only your seat at this extraordinary event but also your chance to win a luxury getaway to the value of R5,405.
Tickets will still be available to purchase after 31 July, but the competition opportunity will have closed.
How to Enter
- Purchase your ticket via Webtickets by 12 pm on 31 July 2026.
- Complete the official online competition entry.
- Join us at the Boardwalk ICC on 14 August 2026.
Tickets purchased after 31 July will still provide entry to the fashion show but will not qualify for the competition.
Purchase tickets here: Sun International website
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