+++ Wanted: Initiatives that foster intercultural dialogue and understanding +++ US$ 20,000 in funding +++ Capacity-building and global network access +++ Entry deadline: 15 April 2026 +++
MINI presents, in collaboration with lifestyle brand, Deus Ex Machina, two exclusive one-off John Cooper Works cars. Celebrating MINI’s storied racing history, the two cars represent a shared enthusiasm for motorsport and customisation, each built with distinct design, function and creative innovation at their core.
The 15th running of the Simola Hillclimb was sadly overshadowed by the passing of stalwart Pieter Joubert on Sunday’s first run. In the event’s shortened format, the BMW M4 Competition Coupé, driven by Cristiano Verolini secured a podium position among the road and supercar participants in the King of the Hill competition.
BMW Group South Africa will take a trio of motorsport-honed performance models to Knysna to compete in the 15th edition of the popular Simola Hillclimb from 1 – 4 May, 2025.
+++ UNICEF South Africa and BMW Group South Africa launch a pilot STEM mentorship programme, empowering disadvantaged youth +++ The initiative aims to ignite innovation and inspire corporate collaboration in youth development +++
+++ Workshops for artists in Lagos, Dakar, Tangier, Nairobi, and Cape Town +++ BMW Group establishes African Film and Media Arts Collective (AFMAC) for filmmakers with BMW Art Car artist Julie Mehretu and film writer/producer Mehret Mandefro +++ Six new film productions as an anthology of contemporary film from Africa +++ Final exhibition in 2026 at the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa curated by Koyo Kouoh +++
+++ "Rolling sculptures" from Alexander Calder’s first to Julie Mehretu’s latest +++ Largest exhibition project in the history of the collection spans all five continents +++ Collaborations with cultural institutions and art platforms +++ African Film and Media Arts Collective for filmmakers and media artists +++
As a vanguard in the field of electric mobility, the BMW iX has established a unique combination of progressive luxury and locally emission-free driving pleasure.The new edition of the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) features an increase in driving performance combined with significantly extended range. Specific exterior and interior design modifications emphasise the sporty character of the new BMW iX.
The fifth generation of the MINI Cooper stands for simplicity at its charismatic best. Typical MINI proportions evoke the brand's history. Together with the striking front grille, they give the new model its distinctive face. Minimalist design, digital innovations and an immersive user experience are the hallmarks of the interior.
The new generation of the MINI Cooper Convertible rounds off the current MINI family with a model that is full of unique features. MINI presents the new convertible model that perfectly embodies the brand's openness. "Always Open" - this traditional claim of the MINI Convertible aptly describes the model’s philosophy.
+++ Increased charging power for plug-in-hybrid versions of the BMW 5 Series and BMW X5, and for the BMW M5 +++ BMW Operating System 9 with optimised selection of charging stations +++ In-car gaming available for wider spread of models +++ BMW Digital Key release with graduated rights +++ New exterior paint finishes, light-alloy wheels and interior trim variants for the BMW 1 Series and BMW 5 Series +++
Team Germany (Male) and International Team (Female) win the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024. Recap of Day 6. Location: Midgard, Namibia Weather: Sunny, 8°C – 32 °C Course: 50km: Midgard – Okavango Delta – Midgard Terrain types: Tarmac 0km, off-road 50km Tests: SP1: Final Course Top three teams male: (final) 1. Germany, 2. South Africa, 3. Brazil Top three teams female: (final) 1. International Team, 2. Japan, 3. France
Recap of Day 5. Location: Midgard, Namibia Weather: Overcast / Sunny, 9°C - 34°C Course: 430km: Swakopmund – Moon Landscape – Harmonie – Windhoek - Midgard Terrain types: Tarmac 80km, off-road 350km Tests: SP1: The LEATT Push Challenge, SP2: The Midgard Slow Trial, SP3: Questionnaire Top three teams male: 1. Germany, 2. South Africa, 3. Brazil Top three teams female: 1. France, 2. International Team, 3. Germany
Recap of Day 3. Location: Spitzkoppe, Namibia Weather: Sunny, 8°C – 29 °C Course: 156km: Spitzkoppe – Omaruru River - Spitzkoppe Terrain types: Tarmac 0km, off-road 156km Tests: SP1: Spitzkoppe INSTA360, SP2: Challenge Camel Thorn Tree Challenge, SP3: Omaruru METZELER Challenge, SP4: Photo Challenge Top three teams male: 1. Germany, 2. South Africa, 3. International Team Top three teams female: 1. International Team, 2. France & Japan
Recap of Day 1. Location: Ai Aiba, Namibia Weather: Sunny, 14°C – 34 °C Course: 270km: Midgard – Okahandja – Omaruru – Ai Aiba Terrain types: Tarmac 30km, off-road 240km Tests: SP1: Namibia Welcome Trial, SP2: The AKRAPOVIČ Enduro Challenge, SP3: Photo Challenge Top three teams male: 1. South Africa, 2. Germany, 3. International Team Top three teams female: 1. Japan, 2. Benelux, 3. France
Ninth edition of the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy +++ Takes place in Namibia's breathtaking landscapes and challenging terrains from the 15th to the 20th of September 2024 +++ Team South Africa chases unprecedented fifth title
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