KKNK cancelled over coronavirus fears
The Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees (KKNK) is the latest
event to fall victim to coronavirus-related cancellations.
The 26th annual KKNK was meant to take place from 23 to 29 March in Oudtshoorn in the Eastern Cape.
The festival’s marketing manager Naudé van der Merwe says in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the management and board have decided that the festival will not go ahead as planned.
“The decision was not taken lightly and was preceded by in-depth consultation with health authorities, local government, the main sponsor, ABSA, partners and other stakeholders.
“All stakeholders from the various sectors affected by the decision – artists, festival goers who have already purchased tickets, suppliers, and other partners – will be informed of the road ahead as soon as possible.”
According to Van der Merwe there are several possibilities on the table.
“The outcome will be determined by guidelines from the national government and the extent to which the COVID-19 pandemic develops internationally.”
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