Articles

R by RICH MNISI: We share the latest lookbook from emerging South African designer Rich Mnisi. SS17 is a new collaboration with local celebrity Maps Maponyane. >

A modern DIY bicycle that is convenient for adults of every size and height. >

This new device created by researchers at North Carolina State University is a step toward ditching batteries forever. >

World-renowned Ndebele artist and educator Esther Mahlangu releases her second one-of-a-kind Ndebele-inspired design for BMW. >

Para Site brings together Hong Kong’s native creatives to design a conceptual recipe for China’s vibrant city. >

We talk to Reform Studio, a Cairo-based design studio that turns old plastic bags into furniture by creating an eco-friendly material called Plastex. >

Mettle Studio’s small new device helps dementia sufferers and their guardians. >

2014 emerging creative Tina Ngxokolo educates the world about her culture through her clothing and jewellery designs. >

See the novel solution to maintaining fresh produce without garden space. >

This photo series by Jessica Fulford-Dobson portrays “Skateistan”, the skateboarding initiative for Afghan youths. >

From an office marker-turned-swan, to a fire truck putting out burnt toast, these illustrations celebrate the quirky side of design. >

Ghanaian-American rapper and filmmaker Blitz the Ambassador celebrates the beauty and power of traditional African spiritual beliefs. >

For the first time in the event’s 21-year history, the 2017 Design Indaba Festival is taking on an external creative director in the form of Selly Raby Kane. >

A Johannesburg-based digital artist uses Instagram to exhibit work that speaks directly to censored voices, experiences and representation of black women. >