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The Creative Passport welcomes engagement from readers, practitioners, institutions, policymakers and members of the public.

For editorial enquiries, story ideas, corrections, complaints or general communication, please use the contact details below.

Editorial Enquiries

For news tips, story proposals, interviews, media statements or editorial matters:

Email: editor@thecreativepassport.co.za
(Interim contact email may be used while the platform is being established)

Complaints and Corrections

Complaints or requests for corrections should be submitted in accordance with our Complaints & Corrections Policy.

Email: editor@thecreativepassport.co.za
Subject line: Complaint / Correction Request


Podcast and Media Collaborations

For podcast participation, partnerships, collaborations or speaking invitations:

Email: akambongo@gmail.com @gmail.com 

General Enquiries

For general information about the platform, contributions or organisational matters:

Email: akambongo@gmail.com 

Ownership and Publishing Details

Publication: The Creative Passport
Publisher: CurtainCall Management (Pty) Ltd
Editor: Thamsanqa Mbongo
Country of Operation: South Africa

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The Creative Passport encourages constructive engagement and dialogue. Readers may also engage with published content through moderated comments on articles and podcast-related posts.


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