Jazz Sundays at Sanctuary Mandela

Soulful Sundays in the Home of Madiba

 

 


Where Live Jazz Meets Exceptional Dining

Join us every Sunday from 12pm to 3pm for an afternoon of live jazz, relaxed dining and meaningful connection at Sanctuary Mandela.

Set within Nelson Mandela’s former home in Houghton, Jazz Sundays brings together soulful music, warm hospitality, heritage and good food in one of Johannesburg’s most memorable settings.

Whether joining us for the full dining experience or simply coming for the music, guests are invited to slow down, gather and enjoy a Sunday afternoon filled with rhythm, flavour and atmosphere.

 

A jazz band playing in the background while patrons dine at Sanctuary Mandela

THE EXPERIENCE

Every Sunday, Sanctuary Mandela welcomes guests for an intimate live jazz performance featuring talented South African musicians.

Enjoy the sounds of jazz in a setting rich with history and meaning, with the option to pair the show with a specially curated three-course meal inspired by Madiba’s favourite flavours.

WHEN & WHERE

Every Sunday
12pm – 3pm
Sanctuary Mandela, Houghton, Johannesburg

popular
SHOW + 3-COURSE MEAL
R800

Per Person

  • Delicious 3-Course Meal
  • Live Jazz Performance
  • Glass of Bubbly
  • Guided Heritage Tour
SHOW ONLY TICKET
R350

Per Person

  • Live Jazz Performance
  • Glass of Bubbly
  • Guided Heritage Tour
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  • JAZZ 3-COURSE MENU
    Inspired by Madiba’s Favourite Dishes

    Delight in a specially crafted 3-course meal.

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  • LIMITED AVAILABILITY

    Tickets are limited and sell out fast. Don’t miss out on an afternoon of live jazz, gourmet dining, and an exclusive heritage experience at Sanctuary Mandela.

BOOK NOW to secure your spot!


  • GREAT FOOD

    Insights restaurant offers guests a place to enjoy and share delicious meals with friends and family, just like Madiba loved to. In memory of his love for food, our restaurant serves as a tribute to his favourite dishes.


  • GREAT MUSIC

    Our jazz musicians change weekly but one thing we are certain of is that each week our guests will be exposed to great music. Keep an eye on our schedule below for upcoming show details.


  • GREAT COMPANY

    Sundays are traditionally a day to spent with loved ones. Whether you bring your best friends or close family, you are sure to have a great time enjoying great music and great food together.

  • Delicious Cuisine

    The menu, carefully crafted by Xoliswa Ndoyiya, offers a choice of delicious contemporary cuisine inspired by Madiba's favourite dishes.

Upcoming 

 Shows


4 OCTOBER 2026

Sabelo Mavuso

Sabelo Mavuso - Keyboard & Bass
Anthi Conjwa - Vocals
Sizwe Ntuli - Saxophone
Lindokuhle Ndlovu - Drums

Sabelo Mavuso is a South African music producer, sound engineer, multi-instrumentalist and session musician with a strong foundation in jazz and contemporary music. Trained in sound engineering and jazz performance, he has worked with acclaimed artists including Sibongile Khumalo, Nduduzo Makhathini, Akon and the Black Eyed Peas. Drawing on both his technical and performance experience, Sabelo brings a versatile approach to music while developing his own original material. 


11 OCTOBER 2026

Dr Tete Mbambisa Quartet

Dr Tete Mbambisa Quartet
Dr Tete Mbambisa - Piano
Mohammed Dawjee - Saxophone
Babes Ndamase - Drums & Vocals
Lex Futshane - Bass

Tete Mbulelo Mbambisa, born in 1942 in East London, South Africa, is a key figure in South African jazz. A self-taught pianist, he gained early recognition with the Jazz Giants and later with Winston Mankunku’s group, contributing to iconic albums like Inhlupeko. His 1976 composition Black Heroes honors figures like Nelson Mandela and reflects the politically charged climate of the time. Despite the myth of a decline in 1970s South African jazz, Mbambisa’s innovative work continued to shape the genre. His 2020 solo album Black Heroes revisits his classic compositions, showcasing his unique blend of tradition and innovation.


18 OCTOBER 2026

Keenan Ahrends & Sisonke Xonti

Keenan Ahrends - Guitar
Sisonke Xonti - Saxophone

Keenan Ahrends and Sisonke Xonti are acclaimed South African jazz musicians whose work brings together rich jazz traditions and contemporary expression. Johannesburg-born guitarist and composer Ahrends has performed extensively in South Africa and internationally, while Cape Town-born saxophonist Xonti has established a distinctive sound shaped by some of the country’s most influential jazz musicians. Together, they bring two dynamic voices from South Africa’s contemporary jazz scene to the stage.


25 OCTOBER 2026

Lwanda Gogwana

Lwanda Gogwana - Trumpet
Emmanuel Paul - Double Bass
Ntando Ngcapu - Piano

South African jazz trumpeter and composer Lwanda Gogwana is a three-time 2012 SAMA award nominee for his debut album, "Songbook Chapter 1." In 2016, he released his second album, "Uhadi Synth." As a composer and bandleader, he contributed to a compilation album by Brownswood Records, set for release in January 2021, and featured in AfroSynth Records' October 2020 compilation. Gogwana facilitated workshops at the 2020 Arts Alive Virtual Festival and participated in International Jazz Day 2020. He performed and arranged for the Khaya Mahlangu Big Band and was part of the South African Jazz and Health Alliance youth jazz camp. Gogwana has collaborated with numerous artists, including Ray Phiri, LIRA, Jimmy Dludlu, Mafikizolo, and Jonas Gwangwa.