Gibela was a three-day programmatic engagement and production, featuring Umcimbi as a prelude to the exhibition, a panel discussion featuring Moiplone Tlale, Nandi Dlepu, Nkhensani Mkhari facilitated by Lebo Kekana (Director of Fede Arthouse) designed to foster critical discourse.
By now, we all know that culture is constantly shifting, molding itself into different formats and translations. Some changes are time-based, others led by trends, and some simply creep up on us. So when iQHAWE Magazine was briefed with the following: KEEP THE Dn8 AT THE FOREFRONT OF YOUTH CULTU
DBN Gogo: Unreal Experimentation DBN Gogo is no stranger to iQHAWE Magazine—her previous feature for Kwa Gogo in the Summer Gig Guide 2024 solidified her place as a cultural trailblazer. Mandisa Radebe isn’t just a DJ; she’s a movement—an unstoppable force redefining the global dance scene
Caster Semenya: Unreal Pace Caster Semenya is a South African middle-distance runner and Olympic gold medalist, widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes in the world.Known for her remarkable speed and athleticism, Semenya’s career has been shaped by her achievements on the track. She
ZVRI: Unreal Gqom If you’ve ever been at a party with a Gqom set and heard the chant “I just want to party,” then let us introduce you to the man behind the memorable track. Tlhompo Khanya Nqhome, widely known by his stage name ZVRI, is an award- winning producer, DJ, and music c
Shakes & Les: Unreal Funk Shakes & Les are a dynamic duo making waves in the Amapiano music scene. Kamogelo Shakoane (Shakes) and Sihle Lukhele (Les) joined forces in 2021 after individually exploring music production and DJing. Like many musical talents, playing instruments in the churc
Shamiso: Unreal Wave Shamiso is a boundary-pushing DJ and curator redefining the global perception of African Electronic Music. Rooted in Afro-Tech and Afro-House, her sound blends indigenous Afrocentric rhythms with modern electronic beats, offering a transformative experience where music is felt
Babalwa M: Unreal Melody Babalwa Mavuso, known professionally as Babalwa M, is a South African singer-songwriter and musician. She gained recognition with the release of her 2020 EP Bayeke, which showcased her soulful musical style. Babalwa M’s music is known for its emotional depth and reso
Mateki2Shoes: Unreal Medium Mateki2Shoes, is a South African multi-talented artist, DJ, producer, designer, linguistic extraordinaire and culture specialist. He has earned a reputation as “the street concierge” of Johannesburg and Amsterdam, two cities that play a central role in his creative
Two things you need to know about this trio—Anastatia, Renaé, and Hlengiwe—are: 1. Laughter is at the core of our existence, and 2. We love a good debrief. Since it was our first time at the Investec Cape Town Art Fair, it only made sense to share this debrief with you—because next year, we l