Inxeba The Wound

The acclaimed multimedia artist Nakhane continues to explore the themes that have made them a rare talent across many creative fields

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The film’s producers appealed the reclassification of their film that prevented it from being screened in local cinemas

Whatever our private views, they cannot be the grounds on which to ban a work of art

Our readers write in about Inxeba’s censorship, not all Botswanans are also Batswana and Eddie Koch

The furore over the film Inxeba has cast a light on men who are gay but deeply committed to their culture

The controversial — and award-winning — film can now only be screened in adult-only cinemas

Critics argue the film threatens to reveal the secrets of ulwaluko, Xhosa initiation rituals that are purposely shrouded in mystery.

The boycotters say the film inaccurately reflects initiation. Others call their reaction homophobia

“The film will be able to stand out from the pack and it also has many elements in its favour".

Nonconforming people are protected by the Constitution in a complex tug-of-war

Initiation practices might offer a moment of self-discovery for queer Xhosa men

The multitalented artist, writer and actor is approaching 30 and feels that he is now settling into who he really is

It’s been fêted around the world, but Inxeba’s smashed stereotypes will cause a stir locally