South Africa’s prehistoric rock art offers a window into the past and showcases the rich legacy of indigenous cultures. The Cederberg Bushmans Kloof and Drakensberg regions provide immersive experiences through guided tours and workshops, with some artwork dating back over 10,000 years. The quaint village of Rhodes and Limpopo’s unique confluence of artistic traditions also offer fascinating insights into the region’s cultural history. South Africa’s rock art connects us to our collective human story, providing a living link to the past that we can actively participate in.
Langa, a township in Cape Town, South Africa, has a thriving arts scene that has been given a new lease of life with the opening of 16 on Lerotholi, the first art gallery in the area. The founders, four young people from Langa, have created a space that aims to express thoughts and feelings, celebrate local heroes, and showcase the rich artistic talent that has always been synonymous with the township.
South Africa’s food system is in crisis. Once a country that produced abundant food, today, it faces severe challenges in providing access to healthy and nutritious foods for its people. The food system is plagued by inequalities rooted in colonialism and capitalism, with most of the population unable to afford a healthy diet.