South Africa

Shubhankar Ray: This is more powerful than advertising

Why the G-Star RAW global brand director thinks flashy ad campaigns are not always the answer. >
Design Indaba provides R100 000 support to Kannemeyer Primary School

Design Indaba's Make. Change. campaign results in cash donation, books and library furniture for a deserving school in Grassy Park, Cape Town. >
Lauren Beukes and Joey Hi-Fi: A creative collaboration

If this writer-and-illustrator duo were a character in one of their comics, they’d be a two-bodied monster feeding off the same brain. >
Focus on: The rich possibilities of play

These designers and creatives embrace their inner child to keep their creativity alive and kicking in their work. >
Take Five

The top feature this week told the story of a young designer following the trail of his Zulu roots. >
"Earth" by Zethu Mashika

A track evoking traditional Zulu warrior culture from the upcoming movie "Hear Me Move", South Africa's first dance film. >
Emily Oberman: All good design has a level of wit

The designer of numerous “Saturday Night Live” identities talks about the role of humour in her work. >
Paul du Toit public artwork

Publications & Art Projects

Paul du Toit's sculpture "Into Tomorrow" was unveiled on the corner of Bree and Shortmarket Streets on 28 February 2015, with funding from Design Indaba. >
Ackeem Ngwenya's all-terrain wheel - Dezeen

Roadless wheels designed by RCA graduate aim to help African farmers transport goods from remote villages. >
Summer sideboard by Bonaldo

This quirky cabinet delivers an invigorating bolt of saffron sunshine. >
Emily Oberman's book documents 40 years of "Saturday Night Live" – It's Nice That

Graphic designer Emily Oberman has teamed up with writer Alison Castle to produce "Saturday Night Live: The Book". >
Take Five

Readers were most intrigued by Pentagram partner Harry Pearce’s poster design using his own blood. >
How the Pinda table was born

The evolution of Siyanda Mbele’s Pinda table is the story of his growth as a designer finding a place for traditional African aesthetics in contemporary design. >
The Workers: Digital designers in the shadows

An exclusive interview with London studio The Workers, the digital wizards behind some of the most innovative interactive experiences in design and art. >
Design Indaba Innovation Award

Exhibits & Awards

The Design Indaba Innovation Award is an annual prize awarded to one new design showcased at Design Indaba Expo. >
Polishing tomorrow's gems

The Ekurhuleni Jewellery Project in Gauteng trains aspiring designers and gives graduates an incubated space to start their own businesses. >
An interview with Stanley Hainsworth of Tether – Designboom

During Design Indaba 2015 Designboom spoke to Stanley Hainsworth, the founder and creative director of Tether. >
7 talented South African illustrators to watch – Computer Arts

Nick Carson picks his favourites from last month's Design Indaba Expo in Cape Town >
Studio Formafantasma: Naivety is a great starting point

The Italian duo that makes up Studio Formafantasma tell us about their organic, collaborative way of working as designers. >
Joburg Her Homeburg

Rendani Nemakhavhani, graphic designer and frequent taxi commuter, captures the hustle and style of Joburg’s streets in her work. >
Dominic Wilcox on playful creativity – Cool Hunting

Cajsa Carlson catches up with the English artist at this year's Design Indaba for an inside look at his open-minded approach. >
Roy Choi takes gourmet fast food to the streets – Designboom

Roy Choi, co-founder of Kogi BBQ trucks, has revolutionised food truck culture by bringing gourmet cooking to the masses, reports Designboom. >
Head, hands and heart

"Craft art", says author Elbé Coetsee, heralds the merging of "art" and "craft" as makers bring a conceptual approach to traditional handmade techniques. >
Where craft and art meet

Elbé Coetsee's new book, "Craft Art in South Africa", is a beautifully illustrated journey through the tactile possibilities of handmade work. >

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