Ahead of his final matric exams, a health scare came knocking for Ethan Williams. Diabetes changed the teen’s life completely…he learnt to cook, changed lifestyle habits harmful to his body…
A locally loved gallery has come a long way since its early days in Johannesburg, and recently announced expansion to the Big Apple. More exposure and opportunities for local artists?…
A tune-slinging country star has been right under South Africa’s nose for 25 years. Now, he’s been nominated for the Annual Texas Sounds International Country Music Awards (the only local…
Stephen Gawking, AKA ‘the Nuclear Lyricist’, is on a mission to project hope, relatability and inspiration through his music in SA and beyond! Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa (30 August…
Renette Bouwer is celebrating 25 years of uncovering musical gifts and uniting people through sound with the University of Johannesburg’s Choir! Her journey: Johannesburg, South Africa (29 August 2023)…
Siyasanga Majola’s tough circumstances as a teenager could’ve crushed her spirit. Instead, she took on an ‘I can do anything’ mindset that changed the trajectory of her life from struggle…
Turning fabric offcuts into incredible collages, Mondli Mbhele knows a thing or two about taking what’s discarded and making it special. Through the Durban artist’s work, he inspires cultural pride…
Lerato Motau is an incredible artist who uses her dyslexia to weave beautiful stories. This is hers: Soweto, South Africa (27 August 2023) — Exchanging words for colourful fibres,…
Bin to Beauty turns wrappers into innovative accessories as part of an upcycling movement that also puts food on the table for women in South Africa. Johannesburg, South Africa…
Where mind meets heart
“It’s humbling to start fresh. It takes a lot of courage. But it can be reinvigorating. You just have to put your ego on a shelf and tell it to be quiet.” — Jennifer Ritchie Payette
