South Africa

Zana Masombuka on Ndebele Superhero as a process of reimagination

“Africans need to interpret their history themselves and seek to reinvent Africa according to their own terms.” >
Cape Town school built with its pupils unique needs in mind

Cheré Botha School provides pupils with a learning environment that limits excess stimuli and distraction. >
An outsider's critique of the American Dream

Zimbabwean-born photographer Barry Salzman talks to us about his latest project as well as his award-winning series on the Rwandan genocide. >
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Southapedia aims to transform Durban with street art

We catch up with former Design Indaba Emerging Creative, Wesley van Eeden, following the launch of his new festival called Southapedia Mural Festival. >
This new process could create emission-free cement

This electrochemical process developed by MIT researchers could eliminate the current fossil-fuel-dependent system >
How data science in and for Africa can blaze new trails

The new School for Data Science and Computational Thinking argues that locals should take the lead in developing data-driven solutions to local challenges. >
Sakhile Cebekhulu on weaving stories through his designs

“My ethos is to tell authentic and real South African stories using clothing and product.” >
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Bright Dimba on turning wire weaving into luxury products

The 2017 Design Indaba Emerging Creative collaborates with weavers from his hometown in KwaZulu-Natal to produce handwoven goods. >
Ditiro Mashigo on creating products that speak to her essence

The 2017 Design Indaba Emerging Creative talks to us about her textile and fashion design business that she started after being retrenched. >
The designers combating air pollution

From smog eating roof tiles to sweatshirts that react to different kinds of pollution and more. >
Triggerfish launches new 10-second animation competion

“We’re looking for fresh animation shorts that celebrate Africa’s uniqueness and diversity,” says Triggerfish CEO. >
South African student tackles plastic waste with edible straws

Chemical engineering student Leila Siljeur has won R50 000 for her “Eat Me Straws”, a collection of edible and environmentally-friendly straws. >
SMTNG GOOD is cosying up to art and design for the greater good

“I wanted every aspect of the project to be Proudly South African, to invest in South African resources and simultaneously contribute to growing the economy.” >
Mpho Vackier’s journey to international acclaim

The former Design Indaba Emerging Creative recently exhibited her furniture brand, Urbanative, at Milan Design Week. >
On building African smart cities

Sénamé Koffi Agbodjinou: "The problems we will face tomorrow in Africa are so big that we can’t count only on the politicians and experts to find solutions." >
Three creatives on the importance of dabbling in different sectors

Former Design Indaba Emerging Creatives reflect on their journeys since leaving the incubator programme. >
Here are the five shortlisted candidates for the DUNDEED competition

One of these projects will walk away with £5,000 to further develop their project. >
Thebe Magugu takes a seat at the fashion table

The 25-year-old former Design Indaba Emerging Creative recently won the 2019 LVMH Prize for his womenswear which often carry subtle political messages. >
Graphic designer Thulisizwe Mamba on running a creative business

“Most of the time I’m reaching out to new clients, updating my work, doing invoices and reaching out to new suppliers.” >
Paloma Strelitz on collective agency

The Design Indaba Future Cities Residency talked to UCT architecture students about the power of creativity and collective action. >
Sphelele Gumede creates menacing characters using vivid colours

In his series 52.177 the illustrator explores his personal inspirations. >
Lebohang Kganye unpacks her family's journey of migration

“The project evolves around how my family landed in Johannesburg – how they ended up in the city from the farmlands. But it’s really a relatable story." >

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