LEGO® South Africa has pulled off its most ambitious project to date, shipping a detailed, up-scaled LEGO® Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance build from Singapore to South Africa, marking the largest life-size LEGO build ever brought into the country.

“This collaboration between LEGO South Africa and Mercedes-Benz is built on shared values of precision, performance and excellence,” says Claudius Steinhoff, Executive Director MBC & Co-CEO of Mercedes-Benz South Africa. “The LEGO Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 car celebrates our achievements at the pinnacle of motorsport and reflects the innovation, craftsmanship and passion that unite both brands.”

Bringing the build to life

Based on the 1642-piece LEGO set available in stores, the scaled-up LEGO® Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance build took a team of expert builders eight hours to assemble. The team used a total of 192,937 LEGO bricks, resulting in a build weighing approximately 913 kilograms and measuring 5.1 metres in…

Sandton City, Africa’s most iconic retail destination, has launched a mental health initiative titled “Words That Heal” in collaboration with the Riky Rick Foundation for the promotion of “artivism”. The campaign aims to open up conversations around mental health and encourage South Africans to share messages of hope and healing.

The Riky Rick Foundation was established to honour the life of the late rapper and to promote “artivism,” the intersection of artistic expression and activism. Through its work, the Foundation advocates for mental wellness, creativity and social awareness, particularly among South Africa’s youth.

A Platform for Healing Through Words

Mental health continues to affect many South Africans, especially young people, with over 60% of the youth in South Africa reporting challenges in this area. Through “Words That Heal”, Sandton City aims to create a space where individuals can offer support to others by sharing personal messages of encouragement to anyone…

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LEGO® F1®: Build The Thrill from 5 July – 6 August

Sandton City is shifting into high gear this Winter holiday with high-energy entertainment and hands-on excitement. Leading the charge is the much-anticipated LEGO® F1®: Build The Thrill pop-up, set to take place into centre court from 5 July to 6 August. Here, fans of all ages can immerse themselves in the fast-paced world of Formula 1 through interactive LEGO® building zones, friendly competitions and thrilling races. From building custom racing cars to competing for a spot on the leaderboard and winning exclusive prizes, this experience is designed to keep the action going all winter long.

The LEGO® F1® activation will bring Formula 1 racing to life through hands-on building zones, interactive challenges and fast-paced fun. Whether assembling a speedy racer from scratch or going head-to-head in a timed challenge, visitors are encouraged to test their skills and fuel their…