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Shalom Kufakwatenzi: God can communicate through me

In Shalom Kufakwatenzi’s practice, textile, fashion, music, and performance are not separate disciplines, but different manifestations of the same creative energy. The Harare-based artist spoke about childhood loneliness, searching for and redefining identity, returning to her Christian faith, and the challenges of sustaining an artistic practice in Zimbabwe.

William Joseph Kachinjika: My Story Starts with My Grandmother

Raised by his grandmother, William Joseph Kachinjika’s artistic practice grows from close observation, manual labour, and lived experience.

Kimathi Mafafo: Embracing the unknown has become a safe space for me

Kimathi Mafafo: Embracing the unknown has become a safe space for me