We list five initiatives that have been put together to help individuals within the creative industry
Author: Between 10and5
Reflecting on SA’s Refugee Policy: An Art Series by Zimbali Mncube
The body of work aims not only to reflect but invoke political questions around climate change, its effects and the role of policy to protect the most vulnerable in times of crisis.
AVA Gallery Calls on Curators to Propose Exhibitions That Question What’s Happening in Society
This year’s call for exhibitions for 2021 encourages curators to propose exhibitions that question, prod, reflect, or which carry daring ideas or maverick conversations.
Not Your Average Sole: Irvin Khumalo Photographs Gogo’s Wearing Cool Sneakers
He recently shot a photo series called ‘Not Your Average Sole’ which explores old folk, fashion, and sneaker culture.
Netflix Spotlights Busisiwe Ntintili in ‘Made by Africans, Watched by the World’ Campaign
Netflix’s Made by Africans, Watched by the World campaign showcases the talent and principal players involved in the production of content from Africa.
5 New Releases in the Local Music Scene
From amapiano artist, Kabza De Small to jazz singer-songwriter, Zoë Modiga, we’ve put together a list of newly released music.
Check Out Sanché Frolich’s ‘Made for You’ Project with Lampost Luminaries
This was the Luminaries’ first shoot back in the studio since the lockdown in March.
WATCH: Donovan Goliath & Davina Gordon Create New AD Campaign for Gumtree
Gumtree partnered with comedian Donovan Goliath and his talented violinist partner Davina Gordon who have been creating viral, musical content throughout lockdown.
Ami Faku Earns Her First GOLD for ‘Inde Lendlela’ From ‘Imali’ Album
Eastern Cape’s South African Voice of Modern Afro Soul, Ami Faku, has earned her first GOLD accolade for her debut offering, IMALI, with chart-topping single, Inde Lendlela.
Musonda Kabwe Rediscovers the African Continent Through Illustration & Music
The artist recently found interest in the correlation between music and art, as well as rediscovering the African continent through music.
Anthony Bila Shoots Short Film ‘The Isolationist’ While in Isolation
For Creative director and founder of Studio Bila, Anthony Bila’s 60 days of isolation included writing, directing, shooting, editing and starring in what he refers to as a ‘self-portrait film’ titled “The Isolationist.”
Yogi Sip Launches New Packaging Design for Youth Month
With the new packaging, the brand wanted to celebrate South Africa’s young talent and fuel the creativity of young creatives across the country.
Converse Launches Its Peace Campaign With Sindiso Nyoni & Fhatuwani Mukheli
As an extension of the initial Unity Campaign, The Peace Campaign initiative calls on two artists from the African continent – with contrasting aesthetics, tones, and processes – to engage and co-create a 6th sneaker that forms part of the range.
WATCH: Elo Zar’s ‘Bophelo’ Video Serves as the Visual Anthem the Country Needs Right Now
Off the back of a global Black Lives Matter movement and the recent gender-based violence that has gripped the country this week, Elo Zar’s Bophelo music video feature Kommanda Obbs is the visual anthem the country needs.
Lungelo Manzi Set to Release Debut Single Titled ‘Sometimes’
Delving deep into meaningful music, Manzi’s latest single, titled ‘Sometimes’, speaks of moments during the journey of making it out of a dark place and reaching a personal goal or mental fulfilment.
