Sun 23 March 2025

Q&A with director Pearlie Joubert and activist Nkosikhona Swartbooi

During the Q&A after-talk, a moderator will engage in the conversation with director Pearlie Joubert and activist Nkosikhona Swartbooi about the broader context of gentrification processes in South Africa, as well as topics such as Apartheid and the importance of strong civil resistance movement.

The conversation is moderated by Oscar Zeegers.

Mother City

Miki Redelinghuys, Pearlie Joubert, 103 minutes
Activist Lens Dutch premiere Subtitles EN
South African housing rights group Reclaim the City is making a big noise for affordable housing in extremely segregated Cape Town. Led by charismatic Nkosikhona ‘Face’ Swartbooi, they take their non-violent fight to politicians, developers, and ultimately to court. A passionate portrayal of a true grassroots movement....
Sun 23 Mar
19:45 - 22:00

Den Haag, Filmhuis Den Haag

Speakers

Oscar Zeegers

moderator

Pearlie Joubert

director
Zachariah Mashele

Nkosikhona Swaartbooi

activist