The Artivist: a Pan-African space for art, music, food and people
The Artivist is a mixed-space venue that focuses on community, collaboration and a Pan-Africanist spirit, as well as music, art, and food.
Entertainment
Future Africa Release Emotional Music Video for Ntombi Endala
Durban-based music group Future Africa was introduced to the world in May of 2018 through the music video presented by Aewon Wolf. The debut single Ntombi Endala tells the story of the close bond between a mother and her child. The visuals of the music video reflect this bond deeply as it […]
Etan Comics Publishes First Ethiopian Superhero Comic
The first Ethiopian Superhero character was written and created by Beserat Debebe, and in a world dominated by the superhero, the release could not be more timely. The story follows Amanuel Tilahun’s journey as a college graduate who suddenly gains extraordinary powers. Tilahun acts as relatable and aspiration element as he is […]
Nyamakop studio launches new video game, Semblance
A small video game design studio based in Johannesburg, Nyamakop, are the creators of Semblance, an adorable little puzzle game set in a world made of play dough. Newly-released Semblance is also the first African-developed game to ever be on a Nintendo console. The studio’s permanent members are Ben Myres and Cukia […]
Sounds of Suid Tronica//Volume I
Sounds of Suid Tronica is an independent record label from South Africa, owned by Matthew Fraser and Alex Coetzee. The label is devoted to showcasing the cross-pollinations between different musical languages. Their first compilation offers an absorbing insight into the label’s tastes and sonic territories. With 15 tracks from a wide […]
HONEYCNTZA – A Joburg podcast on pop culture, sex and ‘weird things’
Joburg-based BFFs Trash Panda and Yung Kween talk pop culture, art, sex, music and more in their weekly podcast, HONEYCNTZA.
On designing a ‘future festival’ and the essence of Littlegig
What does a ‘future festival’ look like? Creators of 24-hour festival Littlegig share the thinking behind their upcoming gathering.
10 ways to staycation in Joburg this December☀️
Who says you have to go to a fancy resort to have a fun holiday? Here’s how to plan a Gauteng staycay.
‘Creative Revolutionaries’: Sho Madjozi, Khuli Chana head up Absolut’s One Source Live
Absolut Vodka revealed the faces for its One Source campaign, which features artists such as Trevor Stuurman and Osborne Macheria.
Lights, camera, action! What to see at Red Bull Amaphiko Film Festival 2017
From conversations to screenings, we select some highlights of the festival taking place in Joburg this weekend.
Cape Town created animation film ‘Revolting Rhymes’ gets nominated for an Emmy award
‘Revolting Rhymes’, animated at Triggerfish Animation Studio, has been nominated in the Animation category at the 2018 International Emmys.
Video: Off Topic with MNDSGN, Masego & Hannah Faith ahead of Joburg’s Faku’gesi Bloc Party
We caught up with international powerhouses Masego, MNDSGN and Hannah Faith ahead of their performance at Fak’ugesi Beats Bloc Party.
Hannah Faith comes to Joburg! Talks DJing and photographing Fak’ugesi African digital festival
We chat to London DJ and photographer Hannah Faith about her Nigerian connection, being in Joburg and her creative journey so far.
Creative centres: A peek at the 6 new cultural hubs of South Africa 🏭
From a pan-African reading centre to a building for product designers, we take a look at some of the country’s emerging cultural spaces.
The alternative gig guide to the Loeries weekend
In Durban for the Loeries? Here’s our unofficial guide to art, music and food-related activities taking place on the weekends.
