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Lebone Marang and Summer and Tebogo "Mr TAP" Poopedi Announce Icons of Africa Awards 2026 Nomination
Lebone Marang and Summer is partnering with Tebogo "Mr TAP" Poopedi
Johannesburg, 15 May 2026 - Lebone Marang and Summer, in partnership with brand ambassador Tebogo "Mr TAP" Poopedi, is proud to announce his nomination for the Icons of Africa Awards 2026 in the Motivational Speaker category. The awards ceremony will take place on 30 May 2026 at the Sandton Hotel in Johannesburg.
Tebogo Poopedi, known as Mr TAP, grew up in Soweto and lost his sight at the age of 14. Since then, he has built a life marked by resilience, purpose, and service. He is the founder of Skills Village Radio, a platform created to amplify the voices and stories of people with disabilities across South Africa and beyond. He is also known as South Africa's first blind rapper, a motivational speaker, a broadcaster, and a sportsman who completed a 62km cycling race.
The Icons of Africa Awards recognise individuals across the continent who have demonstrated leadership, resilience, and impact in their fields. Mr TAP's nomination reflects years of advocacy, creativity, and commitment to communities that are often overlooked.
Lebone Marang and Summer is a Johannesburg-based youth development organisation focused on digital skills, entrepreneurship, and work readiness for young South Africans. Through its partnership with Mr TAP, the organisation continues its commitment to amplifying voices that reflect the full potential of South Africa's people.
The public is encouraged to follow and share Mr TAP's journey ahead of the 30 May ceremony.
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About Lebone Marang and Summer:
Lebone Marang and Summer is a Johannesburg-based youth development organisation offering digital skills, entrepreneurship, and work readiness support to young South Africans.
About Mr TAP:
Tebogo "Mr TAP" Poopedi is a visually impaired motivational speaker, radio broadcaster, rapper, and advocate based in South Africa. He is the founder of Skills Village Radio and a nominee for the Icons of Africa Awards 2026.
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Lebone Marang and Summer is a Johannesburg-based youth development organisation focused on digital skills, entrepreneurship, and work readiness for young South Africans. The organisation exists to equip emerging talent with practical tools, confidence, and opportunities that help them participate more fully in the economy and society.
For this release, the enterprise involved is Lebone Marang and Summer in partnership with Tebogo "Mr TAP" Poopedi. Mr TAP serves as a brand ambassador and public-facing voice for the partnership, bringing visibility to disability leadership, advocacy, and purposeful storytelling.
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