The brand joins the Big Save Braai Day celebration, using one of South Africa\u2019s
\nmost-loved traditions to celebrate the moments, memories and connections that
\nbring communities together.
\nJohannesburg, South Africa (17 September 2026) \u2013 As South Africans prepare to
\ncelebrate Heritage Day, White Star will mark the occasion at the Big Save Braai
\nDay festivities with an immersive consumer activation inspired by one of the
\ncountry\u2019s most cherished traditions: gathering around the braai.
\nFor many South Africans, a braai is about more than sharing a meal. It is a place
\nwhere families and friends connect, stories are exchanged, and traditions are
\npassed from one generation to the next. White Star\u2019s participation at the
\ncelebration reflects this enduring role, creating a space where consumers can
\ncome together and experience the brand through food, entertainment and
\ninteractive activities.
\nVisitors to the activation can look forward to a variety of activities throughout the
\nday, including interactive games, competitions, live entertainment and branded
\ngiveaways. One of the key highlights will be the White Star Dance Battle, inspired
\nby the brand\u2019s latest television commercial, designed to bring people of all ages
\ntogether through music, movement and fun.
\nHosted by renowned South African dancer, choreographer and television
\npersonality Bontle Modiselle (now Moloi), the Dance Battle will invite attendees to
\nparticipate in energetic dance-offs, with prizes awarded for creativity, enthusiasm
\nand crowd engagement.
\nThe activation draws inspiration from White Star\u2019s latest television commercial,
\nwhich celebrates the familiar sounds that form part of everyday South African life,
\nfrom the whistle of a boiling pot and the crackle of braai coals to the lively
\nconversations shared between family and friends.<\/p>\n
\u201cHeritage Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate the traditions, people and
\nshared experiences that continue to shape who we are as South Africans. The
\nbraai is one of those traditions that transcends generations and communities.
\nThrough our participation in Big Save Braai Day, we are celebrating that spirit of
\ntogetherness while creating a space where people can come together through
\nfood, culture and shared moments," says Jonita Cuff, Marketing Manager for
\nWhite Star.
\nIn addition to the on-site experiences, consumers will have opportunities to
\ncapture and share their Braai Day moments through dedicated photography and
\nsocial media content opportunities.
\nThrough its participation, White Star aims to strengthen meaningful connections
\nwith consumers while celebrating the traditions, flavors and cultural experiences
\nthat make South African heritage unique.
\nThe activations forms part of White Star\u2019s ongoing commitment to bringing
\npeople together through shared meals, shared experiences and memorable
\nmoments that celebrate community.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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