The Socio-Economic Landscape of the Creative and Cultural Industries in Local South African Communities

By Kelly Storom, Ntando Shabangu and Caryn Green Since it was founded in 1988, Sibikwa Arts Centre has endeavoured to address the persisting reality of poverty, unemployment and inequality in communities across the country through arts and culture, promoting township communities’ vital role in preserving heritage, expressing cultural identity, and fostering community resilience. Artists in […]

You, Me, and Democracy: Youth Co-creation Programme

You, Me, and Democracy: Youth Co-creation Programme “Show me a youth without hope, and I will show you a youth without a future. Nothing brightens the life of any youth better than knowledge and ability to effect a positive change.” – Bamigboye Olurotimi. Exciting Opportunity at Sibikwa! Sibikwa is calling on young community change makers based […]

Impande Zobuntu Heritage Festival

As part of this year’s Heritage Month festivities, Sibikwa Arts Centre is proud to announce the Impande Zobuntu Heritage Festival—a dynamic event designed to celebrate the profound richness of South African heritage while embracing the vibrant spirit of contemporary creativity. This one-day festival is set to be a highlight of the month, bringing together people […]