20 April 2024
Lionel Smit Studio, Somerset West
Where Art Meets Purpose!
The 10th Silapha Exclusive Auction took place at the elegant Welgemeend in the heart of Cape Town, surrounded by a beautiful garden and breathtaking Table Mountain views.
This special event, in support of the Make A Difference Leadership Foundation (MADLF), was a celebration of generosity and impact. Guests gathered around a long harvest table, enjoying fine wines from Meridian Wine Merchants and a gin bar courtesy of Triple Three Distillery. They were warmly welcomed by our MADLF Scholars, eager to meet the dedicated supporters who are investing in their education. The vibrant sounds of The Steel Band Project set the tone upon arrival, while the Ben Reynecke Band provided a wonderful musical backdrop to the afternoon’s festivities.
The formal proceedings began on a high note with a captivating performance by MADLF scholar Jordan, who delivered a stunning rendition of Yesterday, setting the stage for a truly special afternoon among MAD Family and friends. Moeketsi, a MADLF Alumnus, did a fantastic job as our MC, and as always, Ariella Kuper delivered an outstanding auction performance, reaffirming why she is one of the best in the business.
Silapha, meaning “we are here” in isiZulu, is more than just a statement of presence, it is a steadfast commitment, a heartbeat of support for the future leaders we nurture. In every challenge, Silapha embodies our collective voice, amplifying the resilience and potential of our scholars. It is a shared journey, a testament to their perseverance, and to our unwavering belief in them. Silapha is the echo of a promise, the promise of making a difference, together.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who shares this vision.
- Our incredibly generous auction donors, this event would not have been possible without you. We are truly blessed. Thank you; Ana-Filipa Domingues, Angus Taylor, Bartinney Private Cellar, Boschendal Farm Estate, David Abromowitz, Dr. Nerina Wilkinson & Associates, Francois Naude, Frank & Lizelle Kilbourn, Fumani Maluleke, Hans Blignaut, Ingrid Uys, Isabella Smit, Jo Roets, Kate Gottgens, Kirsten Goss, La Motte, Landia Davies, Meridian Wine Merchants, Neil Nieuwoudt, Plaisir Wine Estate, Riaan van Zyl, Ruan Huisamen, Rust & Vrede Wine Estate, Shany van den Berg, Steve Maphoso, Tamarind Schultz, Vincent Osemwegie and Wiid Design.
- Our brilliant auctioneer, Ariella Kuper, who once again showed us why she is one of the best in the business.
- Meridian Wine Merchants, Triple Three Gin, and Mista Barista for ensuring no one went thirsty.
- Jeanne Leigh for the stunning floral arrangements, with special thanks to Nerine Pienaar for assisting, simply breathtaking.
- Sammy Sheppard for painting the #R for us.
- Our outstanding MC and MAD Alumni, Moeketsi Mashabini, you are truly one of a kind.
- Our MAD Scholar, Jordan, for sharing his angelic voice with us.
- Andrew Gorman Photography for beautifully capturing the essence of the event.
- Media24 for conducting interviews and capturing our event on video.
- The talented Steelband for the warm welcome.
- Ben Reynecke and his band for the perfect musical backdrop.
- The wonderful team at Welgemeend for the incredible food in such a beautiful setting.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who signed up for our Monthly Giving Campaign, and a special shout-out to our lucky draw sponsors: LuxeHub Lifestyle Products, Porter Luxury Carriers, 1701 Luxury and Ultra Liquors. If you haven’t signed up yet and would like to, please let us know, we would love to have you on board.
Because of your generosity, we were able to raise a significant amount while celebrating 22 years of Making A Difference – a remarkable milestone.
We hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did and that you left with a sense of pride in what we were able to accomplish together. For more photos of the event please follow the link, Silapha 2025
Thank you for being the difference!