02/11/2026
SOLARIS SUPPORTS LOCAL 🇿🇦 | CELEBRATING HOMEGROWN TALENT
Last night was a reminder of just how incredibly talented South Africans are!
We attending Mark Lottering's show, and what an evening it was! We laughed until we were quite literally in stitches. 😂
What made the evening even more special was the nostalgia attached to it. We grew up watching Mark, following his journey and enjoying his comedy over the years. From newspaper articles and VCR recordings (yes, those days! 😂) to now watching him on YouTube and Instagram, we've had the pleasure of seeing his work evolve through different generations of entertainment.
And now, to actually sit in an audience and experience his comedy live, was something quite special. There's something beautiful about growing up watching someone entertain people and then, years later, getting to experience that magic in person.
I also had the opportunity to meet Mark after the show, and what a lovely experience. Beyond his incredible comedic talent, he came across as such a calm, warm and genuinely lovely soul. He has a beautiful presence about him, one that makes you feel comfortable and welcomed. It was a pleasure meeting the person behind all those years of laughter.
But beyond the show, it reminded me of something I feel strongly about: we sometimes underestimate the extraordinary talent, creativity and brilliance that exists right here in our own country.
South Africa is filled with remarkable people who have worked hard to perfect their craft, entertain us, inspire us and bring people together through what they do.
And we need to celebrate them. Not occasionally, but consistently.
Supporting local talent is about more than buying a ticket or attending a show. It's about recognising the people behind the talent, creating opportunities, showing appreciation and reminding one another that we have so much to offer right here at home.
At Solaris IT and Finance, we believe in supporting local, celebrating excellence and recognising the incredible people who make our South African community what it is.
Marc Lottering