IFAS 30

The /Xam Story Is Humanity’s Story, and This Project Is Helping Tell It

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvJuly 9, 2026July 8, 2026 2,402 0

Award-winning storyteller N!hunkxa is helping preserve /Xam heritage through an innovative project that blends history, art and immersive technology.   South Africa (09 July 2026) – South Africa has a…

Poet Zama Madinana Set to Bring Fire to Fête de la Musique Stage

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvJune 11, 2026June 22, 2026 919 0

Award-nominated poet Zama Madinana is creating spaces for poetry to thrive, from monthly gatherings in Braamfontein to the Fête de la Musique stage.   South Africa (11 June 2026) –…

Tshego Khutsoane Shares How Art is Turned into Opportunity in Rural South Africa

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvNovember 26, 2025November 25, 2025 1,046 0

At the Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaborative, Tshego Khutsoane is helping rural youth turn art and performance into possibility and healing.   Emakhazeni, South Africa (26 November 2025) – Namatshego “Tshego”…

Loading South Africa’s Next Game Changer, Thabo Tsolo Talks Gaming and Local Stories

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@TylerleighvNovember 11, 2025November 7, 2025 996 0

SpaceSalad Studios founder Thabo Tsolo shares how local stories, mentorship, and playful innovation are transforming the gaming industry and empowering young creators across South Africa.   Johannesburg, South Africa (11…

Cait Pansegrouw Shares the Power of Community in Filmmaking

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvNovember 4, 2025November 3, 2025 921 0

Making space for stories that feel like home, Cait Pansegrouw unpacks how the Realness Institute and partners like the French Institute of South Africa are taking local storytelling to global…

Jabulile Majola’s Isitifiketi EP Is a Tender Tribute to Belonging

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvOctober 28, 2025October 28, 2025 1,128 0

From rural Greytown to the Fête de la Musique stage, Jabulile Majola shares a heartfelt story of faith, healing and the search for belonging.   South Africa (28 October 2025)…

Xabiso Vili Reimagines African Storytelling Through Poetry and Technology

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvOctober 21, 2025October 20, 2025 1,383 0

World Poetry Slam Champion Xabiso Vili shares how poetry, technology, and imagination are helping him reimagine African storytelling and inspire others to do the same. . South Africa (21 October…

Bulumko Mbete Turns Family Stories Into Inspired Art Honouring Heritage and Memories

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvOctober 14, 2025October 14, 2025 896 0

Crafts used by generations of families are the skills Bulumko Mbete has deeply explored to honour her family’s history and to create art that celebrates storytelling.   South Africa (14…

Art Meets Community and Collaboration As Storytelling Expands Beyond Borders

by TYLER LEIGH VIVIER@tylerleighvOctober 7, 2025September 29, 2025 823 0

At Sibikwa Arts Centre, CEO Caryn Green blends creativity with purpose, building community, opportunity and global collaboration through the power of theatre.   South Africa (07 October 2025) – As…

Lesego Vorster Is Telling Emmy-Winning South African Stories Through Animation

by TYLER LEIGH VIVIER@tylerleighvSeptember 30, 2025March 8, 2026 1,165 0

From dreaming big to nurturing the dreams of others, Lesego Vorster’s journey to telling Emmy-winning stories through animation gives us “great heart”.   South Africa (30 September 2025) – Lesego…