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Introducing Marie François
Introducing Marie François
Listening to Belgian concert pianist Marie François, one has the sense of being gently drawn into another world.At the piano, François approaches classical music as a living, breathing conversation. For her, the instrument is not simply a vehicle for technical mastery; it is a space where narrative, imagination, and human experience meet.That spirit has carried her to stages across the world, from her native Belgium to audiences in France and here in South Africa. François has a rare ability to
Zeitz MOCAA Celebrates Fifth Annual Gala and Looks Ahead to Landmark 10th Anniversary Celebration in 2027
Zeitz MOCAA Celebrates Fifth Annual Gala and Looks Ahead to Landmark 10th Anniversary Celebration in 2027
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) welcomed close to 200 artists, patrons, and friends of the institution from across the globe to its fifth annual Gala on Friday, 20 February 2026. The event plays a critical role in supporting the museum's mission to exhibit, collect, preserve and research contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora. Proceeds from the Gala directly support the museumâs curatorial and education programmes, enabling the presentation and preservation of ambiti
Fountains: A quick look into Ipeleng Mvumvuâs One-Take short film
Fountains: A quick look into Ipeleng Mvumvuâs One-Take short film
By Khaya MnisiJust watched âFountainsâ â a one-take short film directed by Ipeleng Mvumvu for South African singer-songwriter Marcus Harvey. On screen, Marcus is joined by model Tracy Mokgopo.And of course, after absorbing the film, curious me had a few questions for Ipeleng. First, I wanted to know what made her choose the one-take approach for this project as opposed to a traditional music video with a million cuts. She explained: âThe one-take wasnât a technical flex, it was an emotional deci
Letlhogonolo Masipa Tells Us â¨Why Empathy Matters,⨠Gatekeeping Fails,⨠and Community Wins
Letlhogonolo Masipa Tells Us â¨Why Empathy Matters,⨠Gatekeeping Fails,⨠and Community Wins
I caught Hlogi on a quick voice call during his lunch break on the set of Shaka Ilembe Season 3. I asked if he was the director of photography. He said no, explaining that he had been camera-operating on this season, and that right now he was helping the crew with some stills for marketing.Over the course of our call, Hlogi spoke generously and openly about the film industry, sharing thoughtful insights into his journey, the challenges of working outside major hubs, how he balances creativity wi
OBTUSE (°) resists immediate clarity. Making no attempt to rescue the viewer from uncertainty.
OBTUSE (°) resists immediate clarity. Making no attempt to rescue the viewer from uncertainty.
In Londonâs contemporary art landscape there has been a quiet emergence of independent, curator-led platforms designed to âstir up how we experience artâ, launching initiatives that âfavour depth over novelty, process over productâ, and creating âspaces where artists could expose their work and express their voices without censorshipâ. Such platforms include Teaspoon Projects, Display Fever,and Obtuse Archive.Obtuse Archive, co-founded by Selin Kir, and Yang Rung Chen, presented its first progra
In iNgqweji, South African ceramicist Andile Dyalvane calls on us to âwalk the forest barefoot, speak to our gardens, smell the herbs, and listen closely to what nature is trying to communicate.â
In iNgqweji, South African ceramicist Andile Dyalvane calls on us to âwalk the forest barefoot, speak to our gardens, smell the herbs, and listen closely to what nature is trying to communicate.â
iNgqweji (isiXhosa for âbirdâs nestâ) is a five-year project by Andile Dyalvane that takes its cue from communal systems in nature â most notably the vast, shared nests of social weaver birds observed during a pilgrimage in Northern Cape. For Dyalvane, these structures became a living metaphor for collective intention, adaptability and care, principles that shaped both the exhibition and the community of collaborators involved in its making.Presented at Southern Guild, iNgqweji brings together c
In Conversaton with the co-producer of Sirens Call Ewe Ramaphakela
In Conversaton with the co-producer of Sirens Call Ewe Ramaphakela
Ewe Ramaphakela is an emerging filmmaker and producer from Limpopo, currently completing her Honours graduation film Sirens Call. Her journey began in theatre performance before moving into producing and directing at AFDA Cape Town, where she discovered her passion for telling stories that give voice to diverse perspectives, particularly womenâs narratives.âBeyond being a cinematic project, it represents my ongoing commitment to building stories that connect audiences while amplifying underrepr
Treatment Menu: Love as a Practice, a Labor, and a Risk
Treatment Menu: Love as a Practice, a Labor, and a Risk
Display Fever, founded by artist and curator Naz Balkaya is an art platform and online gallery presenting multidisciplinary contemporary practices. Based in London, it operates through an international, multi functional model, staging exhibitions in both traditional galleries and alternative spaces. Display Fever perceives itself as a movement a supporter of artistic experimentation through collaborative methods â and is defined by a frenetic energy toward collectivism, intimacy, and mutual supp
Film Director | Ipeleng Mvumvu
Film Director | Ipeleng Mvumvu
In a world of fashion films that often focus more on pretty visuals than story, Ipeleng Mvumvu does things differently. She puts people at the center of her work. Threads of a Dream isnât just a feast for the eyesâitâs a journey into identity, resilience, and chasing creative dreams no matter the odds. With careful direction, honest storytelling, and real respect for the people she films, Ipeleng turns the fashion film into something deeply human and inspiring. In this conversation, she opens up
Fashion Model | Marie- Noelle Grabobe
Fashion Model | Marie- Noelle Grabobe
I am Marie-NoĂŤlle GraobĂŠ, an international fashion model originally from Doukoula, a small village in the Extreme-North of Cameroon. Today, I am based in London, often working in Paris, and South Africa has also become one of the countries where I work extensively. My career takes me around different parts of the world, but I carry my roots and my story with me wherever I go.Besides modelling, what else do you do? Besides modelling, I am an author, humanitarian, and entrepreneur. I founded the
Fashion Designer | Jean- Claude Wabenga
Fashion Designer | Jean- Claude Wabenga
âBalatron studio is a message to every young brand out there that you donât just put a logo on a t-shirt and call it a day. You team up with the right photographer(s), present them with a clean theme and then âboomâ, you attract your sun seekersâBut this interview is not about that(perhaps another time).The founder and creative director of Balatron Jean briefly talks with us about fast fashion, teamwork and more! Words Khaya MnisiOn what inspired him to start BalatronThe love for garments and
DJ | Whitney Swartz
DJ | Whitney Swartz
There's a moment that sparks inspiration in every creative field - when you witness someone doing what they love, and you're suddenly driven to follow in their footsteps.Maybe it's seeing Whitney spin a mesmerising set that makes you want to become a DJ, or stumbling upon an artist's work in a gallery that ignites your passion for painting. For me, Babywhitz's sets are that catalyst. With her infectious energy, she has the power to transform the room - and anyone who experiences her music.Words
Visual Artist- Hans Op de Beck
Visual Artist- Hans Op de Beck
Step into the fascinating world of Hans Op de Beeck, a multidisciplinary artist whose creations span sculpture, installation art, video film
Fashion Designer | Nompumelelo Nhlapo
Fashion Designer | Nompumelelo Nhlapo
In this interview, we talked about creativity, identity, and the ways we see ourselves. We discussed how criticism can either hold you back or fuel your growth, the small acts of rebellion that become bold statements, and the journey of showing up unapologetically in a space that doesnât always make room for you. Itâs honest, reflective, and full of moments that make you rethink what it means to create and belong.Itâs a warm afternoon, and over a WhatsApp call, Nompumeleloâs energy hums withcert
Visual Artist | Nigel Howlett
Visual Artist | Nigel Howlett
Nigel's world is âpopulated by a cast of anonymous characters who typically appear as if they are carved from metal or encased within a kind of armoured skin. But despite their cool, futuristic aesthetic, their body language is highly expressive and relatable. We encounter intimate social interactions, moments of searching and contemplation, as well as powerful, more dynamic scenes. The compositions are both cinematic and minimal, employing symbolism to evoke a distinct feeling or experience wit
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