Dzimbanhete Arts and Culture Interactions has been quietly and tirelessly nurturing talent since 2008 and is located just 20 kilometres south of Harare’s frantic city hub among the calm, indigenous vegetation of Zimbabwe’s sandveld setting. Terrence Musekiwa, a sculptor of rising renown who represented Zimbabwe in the famous 59th Venice […]
Vogue Nights Jozi Marks 5 Years with an Epic Winter Ball
Vogue Nights Jozi, a shining example of South Africa’s thriving LGBT culture, marked a major anniversary this past weekend: five years of creating welcoming environments and encouraging free expression. They held a Winter Ball that was as lively as their heritage to celebrate the occasion. The History of the Fashion […]
Africa’s Secret Unicorns Hidden in Ancient Rock Art
Unicorns have been a part of folklore around the world for generations; nevertheless, few people expected to find one in the middle of Southern Africa! This region, rich with history and teeming with unique and fascinating species of flora and fauna, has long-hidden stories that continue to astound and captivate […]
Daring New Book Shakes South Africa’s Taboos Wide Open
South African author, storyteller, lecturer, and activist Sindiwe Magona celebrates 80 this year. Magona, a former housekeeper, earned a doctorate in creative writing in 2022. She also writes articles but is better recognised for her fiction, autobiography, short tales, poems, and books for children. I Write the Yawning Void, a […]
Comic Con’s Epic Return to Johannesburg
Fans of pop culture and those interested in dressing up as characters from it, listen up! Johannesburg is welcoming back Comic Con, the world’s largest pop culture and gaming convention. But it’s not just any comeback; given the huge success of Comic-Con Cape Town earlier this year, it’s a triumphant, […]
Remarkable South African Women in STEM
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) is a sector that stands out, particularly the outstanding women making headway in this traditionally male-dominated field. Dubbed the “Women in White Coats,” these remarkable individuals are not only revolutionizing their respective fields but also redefining the STEM landscape in South Africa. Dr. Patience […]
Premium Leather Goods Crafted in South Africa
South Africa’s leather goods industry stands as a testament to the country’s long tradition of craftsmanship. With a robust supply chain ranging from raw materials to finished products, this sector has positioned itself as a premium choice in the international market. As a solopreneur who thrives on the power of […]
African Architects Revolutionize Venice Exhibition
This year marks a watershed moment in the history of the Venice Architecture Biennale, a famous and influential show that has captivated visitors since 1979. An African architect, Lesley Lokko, has taken the unprecedented step of curating the exhibition, and she has made sure that Africa is given a prominent […]
Canada’s Archive Brings African Art Back to Life
A continent’s secret history is brought to life in every paint brush stroke, chisel mark, and a strand of weaving. Agnes Etherington Art Centre at Queen’s University, Kingston, Canada houses 600 works of art from 19 West African countries waiting to tell these tales. The large collection, known as the […]