Harry's Printers

09/08/2026

🌸 Happy National Women’s Day, South Africa! 🌸

Today, we celebrate the incredible achievements and resilience of women across our nation. At Harry’s Printers Group, we honor the strength, creativity, and leadership of women who inspire us every day.

Let’s continue to uplift and empower one another as we work towards a more equitable future. Together, we can make a difference! 💪💖

07/08/2026

Today’s the day!

We are so exciting to be part of an industry that is putting women at the forefront of change ✨🙏🏽

Our director Priya Harry will be attending the JHB event today while Poonam Harry, our other director will be attending the DBN as a panelist as well as the CPT events ✨🙏🏽

As a company currently being spearheaded by two female leaders, we are so delighted that we get to be a part of this imperative change in our industry and the economy as a whole within our country and trailblaze the way forward ✨🎉✨

What a way to bring in Women’s Day and Month ✨🎉✨

07/08/2026

Our publishing live at the Durban International Book Fair ✨📚 ✨🙏🏽📚

Catch the team over the next few days in Umhlanga,Durban at the Apart-Hotel where they will be part of the exciting lineup of this year’s event!

See you there ✨😎🌈✨📚

22/06/2026

📣 𝗩𝗥𝗜𝗝 & 𝗞𝗔𝗥𝗨𝗡𝗔 𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗬 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲✍️

We are excited to announce that entries for this year’s Vrij & Karuna Harry Young Writers Competition are now 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡!

The competition is open to school-going learners in East London from Grade 8 to 11. We are looking for original and creative short stories, essays, or poetry that will capture our imagination.🗳

To enter the competition, fill in the Online Entry Form and upload your submission here: https://form.jotform.com/261258504088460. 📨

Alternatively, printed entry forms are available from our East London branches and entries can be dropped off there too 📝

✒️WORD COUNT: short stories and essays 500 – 1000 words or 3 poems to be submitted
✒️LANGUAGE: English
📌 COMPETITION CLOSES: 24 July 2026 📅

🥇GREAT PRIZES TO BE WON 🥇
Thank you to our amazing partner Algoa FM for their prize of a LIVE interview with our winner 🏆 Stay turned for more info!!!

Our panel of judges will review all submissions based on originality, creativity, and adherence to the rules. T’s & C’s apply.

Poonam Harry Priya Harry
Praveena Karson Sandra Sholayan
Roy Hewett Shirley Van den Berg

16/06/2026

Here's a message for Youth Day from Harry's Printers in East London, South Africa:

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✨⚽️ Happy Youth Day! ✨📣

Today, we celebrate the vibrant spirit and potential of our youth. At Harry's Printers, we believe in the power of creativity and innovation that young minds bring to our communities. Let's honor the legacy of those who fought for our freedom and continue to inspire the next generation to pursue their dreams and make a difference.

Together, let's build a brighter future ✨

🌍✨ Happy Youth Day, South Africa! 🇿🇦

Today, we celebrate the vibrant spirit and resilience of our youth as we commemorate 50 years of this significant day. At Harry’s Printers Group, we honor the legacy of those who fought for freedom and equality, inspiring the next generation to continue striving for a brighter future.

Let’s empower our youth to dream big and make their voices heard! Together, we can build a more inclusive and innovative South Africa.

❤️

06/06/2026

We’re already missing the excitement and buzz of the Umtiza Arts Festival✨ 🖼️ ✨🎭 ✨

The Harry's East London and Group are proud patrons and partners to the arts 🎭 What an honour to be able to be part of something that showcases our local and national talents across the various forms of art and culture!

Here’s to 2027 and many more years of the Umtiza Arts Festival to come ✨🎊💫

As the curtain falls on the 10th edition of the Umtiza Arts Festival 2026, we want to express thanks.
To our funders, sponsors and partners - thank you for believing in the value of the arts and for investing in a festival that continues to inspire, entertain and bring people together.
To the artists, performers, exhibitors, presenters, workshop facilitators and all contributors to the programme - thank you for sharing your talent, passion and creativity with our audiences.
To the many staff members, volunteers, technicians, venue teams, service providers and behind-the-scenes supporters - thank you for your dedication, hard work and commitment. Your contribution formed the foundation upon which this festival was built.
And to the public - thank you for showing up, buying tickets, attending events, supporting artists and embracing the spirit of the festival. Your enthusiasm, encouragement and participation gave life and meaning to every performance, exhibition and experience.
The Umtiza Arts Festival has always been about bringing people together through the arts, and this year once again proved the incredible power of creativity to connect communities.
What a ride it has been. From opening night to the final curtain call it was a journey filled with creativity, connection, inspiration and unforgettable memories.
Thank you for being part of the story.
See you in 2027.

05/06/2026

Catch our publishing team Praveena Karson and Roy Hewett at the Bathurst Bookfair ✨📚💫✨

We are so excited to be a part of this amazing event that has grown in leaps and bounds and become a highlight on the literary calendar in our special Eastern Cape ✨📚✨

See you there!

✨📚 𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐘’𝐒 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐓 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐑 ✨📚

Catch our publishing team and who will be at the Bathurst Bookfair on Sunday 7 June 2026 ✨💫📚

Always wanted to write a book? Or started your literary journey? Come and talk to our team of experts to help walk the path with you ✨🤩✨

Everyone has a story to tell! Let us help you tell yours ✨📚✨🙏🏽✨
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01/06/2026

🎉✨ Happy Birthday to our founder, 𝐋𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐣𝐢 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲! ✨🥳

Born on June 1, 1897, in a small village in India, he was inspired by the principles of Mahatma Gandhi. His vision and dedication laid the foundation for Harry’s Printers, creating a legacy that continues to inspire generations.

Join us in celebrating his remarkable journey and the values he instilled in our company. Here’s to honoring his memory and commitment to excellence! 🌟🖨️

Harry's East London
Poonam Harry
Priya Harry

29/05/2026

Don’t miss out if you’re in the area!

Coffee Conversations: Dr Stephanie Victor - Queen Mamani: Ruler of the Mpondomise.
Can't make it in person? Join us online and be part of the conversation
wherever you are.
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device: https://teams.live.com/meet/9350786297932?
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Meeting ID: 935 078 629 793 2
Passcode: nw62AT
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12/05/2026

🎭 ✨📚 It’s that time of the year again ✨📚 🖼️ Catch our team as part of the Umtiza Arts Festival happening in and around the EL area in May ✨💠

Harry’s and the Harry's East London team are excited and proud to be associated with the Umtiza Festival currently celebrating it’s 10th year of inception ✨🙏🏽🌈 Be sure to check out the socials and don’t miss out on events happening East London Guild Theatre, East London Museum and the Ann Bryant Gallery amongst others!

See you there!

Poonam Harry
Priya Harry
Praveena Karson
Kim Horlor
Shirley Van den Berg
Roy Hewett