Konka Soweto will be renovated. Image via Instagram @konkasoweto
‘Giving others a chance’: Konka temporarily closes its doors
Konka management announced that they will be closing down the club via an Instagram post shared on Tuesday, 20 June 2023.
Konka Soweto will be renovated. Image via Instagram @konkasoweto
On Tuesday, 20 June, popular Johannesburg nightclub Konka Soweto announced that they would be temporarily closing down as they were busy with renovations; the announcement has left their patrons with mixed reactions.
KONKA CLOSES ITS DOORS FOR RENOVATIONS
The establishment released a statement on Instagram and gave netizens a brief explanation as to why they decided to close the club, saying,
“This allows us to always maintain the best premium day club experience for you, our amazing customer.”
“We will officially be closing our doors on Monday, 26 June 2023, and re-opening at the beginning of Spring in September 2023,” the statement read.
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In recent years, Konka has become the IT spot to visit when partying in Soweto because of its high-priced beverages and the possibility of rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous.
Not only is it highly-likely to bump into some of the most talked about Mzansi celebs when visiting the establishment, but international stars are also drawn to the famous nightclub. Earlier this year, American actress Gabrielle Union and her husband, retired NBA player Dwayne Wade partied the night away during their South African visit, Briefly reported.
After seeing Konka’s announcement, patrons and social media users have since rushed to the comment section of the post to leave their opinions.
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TAKE A LOOK AT SOME REACTIONS FROM THE CLUB’S PATRONS BELOW…
“Our relationships are in good hands now 🫶🏽🥺,” @wandi_da_don said.
“Is this a strategy to give patrons a break and come back lit? Honestly, you were starting to lose clients. The vibe was no longer the same. But good job!👏” @pah_leesa wrote.
“Ballers are taking a break,” @bono7484 replied.
“Yepppp indeed there’re making money currently there’re giving others a chance to make money 🔥🔥😂😂😂😂,” @linda_2032020 commented.
“Mhhhh, how can we survive up to September 😢😢,” @panashemasusela asked.
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