Archbishop Desmond Tutu is to host the “We Have Faith – Act Now for Climate Justice” rally and concert on November 27, at which he will lead a call to world leaders attending the COP17 climate change talks in Durban that they should reach a fair and legally binding agreement to curb climate change.
Musicians including Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Arno Carstens, rap star HHP and Kenyan Gospel rapper Juliani have confirmed they will perform at the rally, which will be free. The COP17 talks start in Durban the day after the rally.
Faith leaders including Pope Benedict XVI, Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks and Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams, have also been invited. Those who cannot attend have been asked to send video clips of support.
Environmental campaigners and motivational speakers Lewis Pugh, the “human polar bear”, and Braam Malherbe, a 50/50 presenter, will be among the many who will address the crowd.
UNFCCC executive secretary Christina Figueres has confirmed she will attend the rally, and President Jacob Zuma is among the many key politicians who have been invited.
Venue: Kings Park Rugby Stadium: 2pm, Sun 27 Nov 2011.
Gates open at noon – family entertainment from 1pm – concert starts at 2pm.
** For public queries about the rally, contact: The campaign Faith Secretariat on 031 310 3500 / 3512.