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Straight on: One of the images from Themba Mbuyisa’s When Breadwinners Are Away, depicting the young and old people who are left behind when those of working age are driven from home to seek employment elsewhere. (Themba Mbuyisa)
EDUCATION

The Portfolio: Themba Mbuyisa — ‘If you’re going to look at me, I am going to look at you’

Themba Mbuyisa anchors his photo series, ‘When Breadwinners Are Away’, in the absence of migrant labourers, but little to no absence registers on the faces of those left behind

  • Lumumba Mthembu
3 min read
An Indian cricket supporter kneels in front of a wax figure of Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar during a promotional event at the Sydney Cricket Ground April 20 2013.
PHOTOGRAPHY

The African way of life in focus

Whether fragile, charming, seductive or frightening, Themba Mbuyisa’s photographs explore the various and contrasting emotions of the human condition.

  • Jessica Hunkin
3 min read
BETWEEN 10AND5

The Creative Showcase: Uplifting the African way of life

A weekly round-up of South Africa’s creative community and projects by Between 10and5.

  • Staff Reporter
5 min read