National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) is currently accepting applications for its Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme for Arts and Culture 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About NAC - Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme for Arts and Culture
PESP 7 (Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme) is a South African government initiative designed to support the arts and cultural sector. It aims to stimulate employment and strengthen the creative economy by funding artistic projects that generate jobs and promote cultural development.The program was introduced as a response to the economic impact of COVID-19 on artists and cultural practitioners.
Benefits of NAC - Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme for Arts and Culture
- Supports recovery of South Africa’s creative economy
- Provides income opportunities for artists and cultural workers
- Strengthens community-based cultural ecosystems
- Encourages preservation and growth of Indigenous arts
- Promotes inclusive participation in the creative sector
- Expands access to arts through innovation and digital platforms
NAC - Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme for Arts and Culture Requirements
- Individual artists
- Registered arts and cultural organisations
- Community arts centres
- Creative collectives and groups (where applicable)
Applicants must demonstrate:
- Artistic credibility and experience
- Capacity to deliver the proposed project
- Ability to create measurable employment outcomes
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
29 May, 2026
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