Thando Thabethe Hosts American Express Tennis Town for Wimbledon Finals Weekend

Thando Thabethe Brings Wimbledon Spirit to Johannesburg

Award-winning actress, broadcaster and entrepreneur Thando Thabethe will host American Express Tennis Town this weekend, bringing the excitement of the Wimbledon finals to South African audiences at Montecasino in Johannesburg.

As global attention turns to one of tennis’ biggest weekends, Thabethe will lead a programme that blends world-class sport with entertainment, music, food and lifestyle experiences, creating an immersive destination for tennis fans.

A Passion for Sport and Community

For Thabethe, the opportunity is about more than presenting an event. She has long championed the role of sport in creating meaningful connections and empowering communities.

She previously founded the Thando Thabethe Women’s Day Netball Challenge (TTWDNC), an annual fundraising and empowerment initiative launched in 2014. The event reflected her belief in sport as a platform for bringing people together, inspiring excellence and creating lasting impact.

“It’s an incredible time for sport. Across different codes, we’re seeing people come together around moments that spark conversation, create memories and connect communities. Wimbledon has always held a special place in that global sporting calendar, and I’m looking forward to helping bring that excitement to South African audiences at Tennis Town.”

American Express Tennis Town Blends Sport, Lifestyle and Entertainment

As fans increasingly look for experiences that combine live sport with culture and social entertainment, American Express Tennis Town delivers a festival atmosphere inspired by Wimbledon.

The event will feature live screenings of the championship matches alongside curated food offerings, music and lifestyle activations, making it one of Johannesburg’s standout sporting experiences this weekend.

Thando Thabethe Continues to Expand Her Entertainment Career

Hosting Tennis Town is another milestone in Thabethe’s multifaceted career. From television and radio to entrepreneurship and live events, she continues to connect with audiences across multiple platforms while remaining one of South Africa’s most recognisable entertainment personalities.

Whether on screen, on air or on stage, Thabethe has built a reputation for bringing energy and authenticity to major cultural moments.

When and Where is American Express Tennis Town?

American Express Tennis Town takes place this weekend at Montecasino in Johannesburg, celebrating the Wimbledon finals with a weekend of tennis, entertainment, food and lifestyle experiences.