This #AfricaMonth, we list ten books by writers from the diaspora.
Author: Unam Ntsababa
Gomora Based Artist Marcus Harvey Releases Self-Titled Debut Album
The album in its entirety explores themes of modern love, lust and loss.
South Africans Abroad: Meet Jay Carson
New York-based Global Brand Communicator and Specialist, Jay Carson continuously makes global strides.
Meet Jariiid: A Spirited Artist From The Cape Flats
“My mission is to bridge the gap through my art and collaborate with like-minded individuals to create a better South Africa,” he says.
Laetitia Piers Chats To 10and5 About Her Skincare Brand ‘Shea By Design’
Laetitia Piers from Cape Town sells hair and skin products that are formulated for Africans by Africans.
8 Questions with Senzo Shabangu
Shabangu talks to 10and5 about the importance of social commentary in art, bringing his visions from God to life, as well as exploring power dynamics in the arts.
South Africans Abroad: 10 Questions with Nomaza Nongqunga Coupez
Nomaza Nongqunga Coupez opens up about the importance of Africans telling African stories, trusting your instincts and actualizing one’s dreams.
South African Men’s Wear: Who Wore What?
South African MensWear Week, hosted at the V&A Waterfront on the 8th of February 2020 could be typically described as the Mecca for all fashion designers, aesthetes, creatives and everyone else who appreciates what the South African fashion industry has to offer.
Designer Watch: Introducing Reignboow; Carefree, Eloquent and Immensely Talented
Originally from a small town in the Eastern Cape called eGcuwa, Yamkela moved to Cape Town to pursue her studies. She vividly recalls her love for designing dating back to when she was only 13 years old – this is around the same time she made a bag from her mom’s bra.
