From Distruction Boyz to Zoe Modiga, we reflect on some of 2017’s break-out debut releases.
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‘Dressing up is part of who we are’ – Dandies of Durban and Joburg talk suits and sprezzatura
We celebrate and talk to six dandy personalities who are defining contemporary dandyism and championing this sartorial movement.
Double tap! Influencers to look out for in 2018 ❤️
From fashion to music journalism, Owethu Makhathini spotlights the 10 influencers to look out for in 2018.
The top 10 rooftops to vibe to across Africa
Whether you’re looking for the perfect view for sundowners or a spot for your morning tea, these 10 rooftops across Africa will blow you away.
South African artists make affirmation-based illustrations to lift your spirit
Nine creatives explore the theme of positive thinking and affirmation through custom illustrations.
Travelling South Africa as a creative – A nifty guide
From treasure hunting for vinyls to learning to play instrument in the Wild Coast, we look at inspiring places to travel to across South Africa.
9 ways to staycation in Durban this December 📍
Staying home this holiday? We found some of the best things for you to do in and around the coastal city over the festive season.
Zimbabwe: See how creatives are responding to the military takeover in Harare
Zimbabwe is currently undergoing a political upheaval: we take a look at the situation using conversations and images posted online.
South African creatives explore the liberating medium of cellphone photography
We chat to local creatives that use camera phones to share images with artistic value.
The South African women who made the world sit up in 2017
From a visual artist to fashion mavericks, Owethu Makathini reflects on the creative women that caught the world’s attention this year.
We are the generation transforming the South African fashion industry
With their fiercely independent visions, these five emerging talents are breaking barriers in the fashion and beauty landscape.
Black and inking – The South African tattoo artists challenging the face of the art form
From tattoo designs to facing discrimination, we talk to some of the coolest tattoo artists in South Africa about inking culture.
17 West African womxn photographers changing the world’s visual language
From Lubabetu Abubakar capturing Nigeria’s fashion scene to Jessica Sarkodie’s picturesque shots of Ghana, meet the womxn reclaiming photography.
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair 2017
Four emerging South African artists including Henk Serfontein, Marlise Keith, Patrick Bongoy and Thenjiwe Niki Nkosi present works at the 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair.
The 9 new markets to visit across South Africa this summer
From a night market for craft beer lovers to a daytime neighbourhood chillout, we take a look at some of the recently opened markets across SA.
