Creative Industry
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Lwandile 'ByLwansta' Nkanyuza
Lwandile “ByLwansta" Nkanyuza does not believe creativity should exist in silos. Music, design, storytelling and culture are, to him, different expressions of the same idea:…
Joburg Theatre launches podcast to take audiences behind the curtain
Through interviews and behind-the-scenes discussions, Spotlight Theatre Talk explores the people and processes that bring productions to life
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ and the slow death of the newsroom
A stylish and emotionally resonant return to ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ universe, the film trades glamour for something far more urgent: a meditation on the collapse of media and…
Cultural pioneer Maria McCloy dies at 50
Maria McCloy helped define post-apartheid urban culture through fashion, media, music and an uncompromising commitment to South Africa’s creative spirit
Holding the mirror up: How advertising can challenge, not just sell
Moving beyond traditional campaigns, Williams and Luckin champion “story-doing,” creating work that interrupts culture, sparks dialogue, and drives meaningful societal change
Designing with soul: How Bulelwa Jordan-Tati shapes spaces that Feel
Bulelwa Jordan-Tati reflects on crafting meaningful spaces and shares her views on interior design trends for 2026
Kickin’ It With Kim Jayde goes international
From Bulawayo to New York, Kim Jayde’s self-funded sneaker show proves African creatives belong on the world stage
The cost of creativity
South African artists keep dying poor while their work enriches others. The Copyright Amendment Bill could finally change that – if it ever becomes law
Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival returns to Constitution Hill for its 10th anniversary
Creative talks, classes and business workshops lead up to the main Sounds of Freedom Festival, headlined by Msaki, Big Zulu and Blxckie