Internationally acclaimed author and renowned feminist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie delivered the second UCT VC’s Open Lecture for the year.
Arts, Culture and Sport
Arts, Culture and Sport The spirit, life and art of Tsepo Tshola, pastor of South African pop
Schooled in music through church, he was driven by a fierce sense of belonging to Lesotho where he was born, and neighbouring South Africa.
Arts, Culture and Sport The Village Pope has passed: remembering Tsepo Tshola, Lesotho’s musical giant
For over 50 years Tshola was loved by audiences around the world for his rich baritone voice, which he used to inspire and to speak political truths.
Arts, Culture and Sport Nigeria’s #ENDSARS protests: a window into how creative art can be an act of therapy
The protests paved the way for healing, vitality and a new vista of productive life.
Arts, Culture and Sport Steve Kekana: an 80s South African pop star, and much more
We should remember him as just another ordinary human being who did extraordinary things.
Arts, Culture and Sport Banning African films like Rafiki and Inxeba doesn’t diminish their influence
Discussions about the films on social media and online forums show that African queer lives are complex and don’t tell a single story.
Arts, Culture and Sport The Art of Chuma Anagbado
Chuma Anagbado’s art captures the energy and vibrancy in our African psyche and culture through his colors, patterns, and unspoken energy.
Arts, Culture and Sport Instability is decimating Mali’s cultural heritage
Without a single prosecution, the illegal trade in artefacts is causing a catastrophic loss for the country.
Arts, Culture and Sport The precarious fate of African footballers in Europe after their game ends
Given the impact of African players in European football, it’s remarkable how few are able to secure jobs in football in Europe after their playing days end.