Chapter One: A morning with Haji Mohamed Dawjee

CHAPTER ONE is a curated series of intimate literary events designed to celebrate South Africa’s emerging and established voices within Cape Town’s book-loving community. Join an exclusive gathering of carefully selected guests for a thoughtful morning of reading, conversation and meaningful connection. Each session includes a live author reading, engaging Q&A and refreshments, all hosted in a beautifully intimate setting.

Our inaugural guest is award-winning writer and cultural commentator Haji Mohamed Dawjee, who will be discussing her bestselling book Here’s the Thing.

Haji currently serves as Head Global Copywriter at Virgin Active South Africa, leading conceptual and narrative strategy for both local and international campaigns.

What Makes Chapter One Different?

Unlike large literary festivals or traditional bookshop signings, Chapter One is built around intimacy.

With limited seats available, every guest has the opportunity to:
Ask questions directly
Experience the nuance of a live reading up close
Connect with fellow readers in a genuine way
This is more than an event. It’s a shared story waiting to unfold.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, 26 April 2026
Time: 11AM – 1PM
Venue: Love Is Restaurant, Fynbos Lifestyle Estate, Sandown
Cost: R250 per person (Includes snacks and one hot or cold drink).
Buddy ticket: R450 for two people. Limited availability. First come, first served