A Critical Look at the NAC Annual Project Funding Call 2026–2027 The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) has officially opened its Annual Project Funding Call for the 2026–2027 financial year, once again positioning itself as a central pillar in the development and support of the country’s creative and cultural sector. For many artists […]
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In a world where African stories are too often framed through deficit and distortion, Brian Otieno—also known as Otis—stands firmly as a creator determined to shift the lens. A multidisciplinary artist, curator, and thought provoker from Nairobi, Otieno’s work exists at the intersection of art, community, and social consciousness. Through photography, film, design, and installation,
For decades, African creatives have been celebrated for their talent, culture, and originality — yet rarely positioned as economic contributors within global value chains. The Global Creative Summit (GCS) was born to challenge that reality. Founded by Sina Kwepile, the Summit is not just an event, but a pan-African platform intentionally designed to reposition Africa’s
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In a significant move to address youth unemployment and strengthen South Africa’s creative and cultural economy, the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) has officially opened a call for applications for youth employment opportunities through its e-recruitment talent database. Aligned with the National Development Plan (NDP) Vision 2030, this initiative aims to identify and
In Maokeng, Kroonstad, where stories travel from one household to the next and language binds people tighter than borders ever could, Tsepang Pitso’s journey was quietly being shaped. Raised as a Sotho woman in a community where collective memory mattered, she learned early that identity is not an individual possession—it is shared, protected and passed
When Nokuthula Fundama steps onto an international stage, she does not arrive alone. She carries language, rhythm, memory, and the spiritual weight of South African heritage. In October, that presence was felt far beyond home soil as the Nokuthula Fundama Band performed at the Espace Miramar Theatre in Cannes and the iconic Martinez Hotel in
Born Pule Molakeng at Natalspruit Hospital, Pula Nala’s story is deeply rooted in community spaces that quietly shape futures. His creative journey began at Emabhodweni — the Katlehong Customer Care Centre that houses a library, youth-friendly clinic and LoveLife Youth Centre. Long before stages and microphones, Pula was volunteering his time, eventually being entrusted to
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Zimi Mphefu’s artistry is not accidental — it is intentional, layered, and deeply rooted in lived experience. Born and raised in Tshwane and later trained at the University of Cape Town, Mphefu’s journey as an interdisciplinary theatre-maker and performer is one shaped by identity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to truth. Growing up as a
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South Africa’s creative industry may be on the brink of a transformative shift. On 23 January 2026, the Government Gazette (No. 53987) revealed a landmark proposal by Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth, signaling the government’s intention to recognize performers in advertising, artistic, and cultural sectors as employees under the Basic Conditions of Employment
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South Africa’s Film & TV Industry Takes to the Streets Cape Town — On the steps of Parliament, the voices of South Africa’s film and television workers rose not as noise, but as a warning. A warning that behind the glamour of red carpets and screens lies an industry on the brink and thousands of
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