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We are excited to announce that registration is open for Limmud Johannesburg 2025, the inspiring festival of Jewish learning, community, and culture. With over 100 sessions from local and international presenters, there is plenty for everyone at Limmud 2025.

Limmud is not just about learning; it’s also about experiencing Jewish life at its fullest! This includes participating in one of the largest Shabbats in the world, an uplifting and delicious celebration of our shared and diverse traditions where we come together as one.

As a valued member of our community, we are delighted to offer an exclusive Early Bird Discount of R500 off adult weekend tickets (valid until Friday 30th May).

REGISTER NOW AND SAVE!


What to look forward to at Limmud Johannesburg:

  • Join us for the full Limmud weekend, with over 100 session, or for an action-packed Sunday!
  • A full, thoughtful, and diverse programme, with over 100 sessions
  • The opportunity to connect, engage, and learn with some of the best minds in the Jewish world
  • Youth programming for children ages 2-13
  • Programming for Teens and Young Adults
  • Renowned local and international presenters
  • Exceptional Kosher catering
  • A wonderful venue and luxurious accommodation
  • Value for money

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!


International Presenters

Help us make it happen!

Limmud is run by volunteers. From the conference chairs and the team who organise the conference, the volunteers who help run things at conference – and everything in between – all give up their time and offer their energy, skills and commitment.

To make Limmud Johannesburg 2025 happen, we need you!

Join our team of volunteers and share our Limmud journey. We will send you more information soon but please don’t hesitate to contact us if you’d like to already be in touch at jhbchairs@limmud.org.za.

Here’s to an exceptional 2025 for us all! 


Introducing this year’s co-chairs:

Nicky Sher and Warren Sher (not married or related)

We are excited to-chair Limmud Johannesburg 2025 to take us all one step further on our Jewish journeys. Limmud is a great Jewish space where we can all explore, learn, have fun and build a community; where we connect with others; and where there is something for everyone!

Both Nicky and Warren have been involved in volunteering for Limmud and the wider community for many years and are raring to go. We can’t wait to share this incredible journey with you.  Join us as we build Limmud Johannesburg 2025, taking us all one step further on our Jewish journey.

Nicky is a lawyer with a keen interest and experience in legal training and education. Over the years, she has enjoyed combining legal knowledge with opportunities to support others through training and learning initiatives in the legal field. With a growing interest in Jewish learning, Nicky is looking forward to co-chairing Limmud Johannesburg, and contributing to its vibrant culture of education and connection. Married with two grown-up children, Nicky values family, learning and the opportunity to make a positive difference in the community.

Warren is an Electrical Engineer and Orthodox Rabbi. He is married to Monique and has two children Ora (12) and Ariel (10). Warren matriculated from Yeshiva College and then studied in Yeshivat Har Etzion and Wits University. Warren was national chairperson of Bnei Akiva in 2007 and has held many other leadership positions in the community. Warren is very passionate about Limmud which allows us to build dynamic communities and create an engaging space where the real issues facing the Jewish People are debated. He is excited to be co-chairing Limmud Johannesburg this year for a second time.