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Photo book explores the fallout after Hurricane Sandy

A New York based photographer will soon release a photo book that explores a family’s journey to recovery after Hurricane Sandy. >
Using old leather in new ways

A product designer based in Netherlands has discovered a way to recycle leather scraps that would otherwise contribute to pollution. >
GreeNanny: A self-watering system for houseplants

Ukrainian inventor Volodymyr Malega’s self-watering system for houseplants is designed to make home gardening a breeze. >
Everyday South African stories told through photography

Have a look at everyday South Africa through the lens of Johannesburg-based photographer Kgomotso Neto Tleane. >
TEBUR: A Nigerian-made lightweight work table

Nigerian product designer Nifemi Marcus-Bello designs a portable work table that can be carried like a suitcase and is convenient for the office and the home. >
Skin Deep: A photography project giving hope to ex-gang members

This photographer is digitally removing tattoos from gang member’s portraits to help them see themselves without the marks of their past. >
Painting a map of reggae heritage in London

London-based documentary and street photographer has shot more than 42 reggae record covers on their original locations. >
Software assistance for schools in Ethiopia

Ethiopian technology entrepreneurs propose solutions for educational institutions through an app. >
Verbinder: A shelf joint for tool-less creation

Design students created a shelf joint that allows you to build solid wooden structures without tools. >
Luzinterruptus immerses Toronto in a flow of words

An artist group occupies the streets of Toronto with 10 000 books. >
IAMISIGO is fashion for the minimalist

IAMISIGO is a fashion brand for underdogs who desire to be different. >
South African designer Thabo Makhetha’s new concept store celebrates Africa

Thabo Makhetha has garnered numerous awards and accolades. Her concept store promises to honour everything Africa. >
South African artists Kwesta and Ross “Dabone” McDonald capture the sound of Jozi

In a world-first, these South African creatives teamed up to create a song and music video in the new Volkswagen Polo Beats. >
New clothes using old materials

Discarded clothes should occupy your wardrobe instead of a landfill. >
Digitise your water supply

Tanzania’s WaterTek aims to provide transparency and efficiency in rural areas. >
WaterSeer: Turning air into drinkable water

This device claims to accelerate the production of pure drinking water. >
Handing over the camera to former child brides

Veteran photographer Stephanie Sinclair teaches child brides to tell their own stories using basic photography. >
The drone you can eat

Edible and unmanned, this drone could be a game-changer for aid delivery. >
A unified African Identity with Daniel Ting Chong, OkayAfrica

A new fashion range by Emerging Creative alumnus Daniel Ting Chong and OkayAfrica draws from the expressive nature of Africa’s national flags. >
They Still Live: Ancient african art is resuscitated in urban settings

Photography project They Still Live reconstructs African roots to build a bridge between ancient tribal art and modern tomorrows. >
Creativity burns across the African continent in Khuli Chana’s new music video

Shot in Ghana and produced by South African producers, One Source celebrates Africanness through collaboration. >
Collecting raindrops to prevent water shortage

Using a simple, DIY system of corrugated roof, gutters, buried pipes and gigantic tanks, Joe Mooney is able to harvest rainwater for all his domestic needs. >
Jukeboxx: Challenging the representation of women in hip hop

The feminist movement using hip hop culture to spread love, peace and unity. >
This is the fastest human-powered vehicle on Earth

Aerovelo, a Canadian tech firm recently broke the world record with its human-powered, egg-shaped Eta bike. >

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