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Two South African Airways women pilots made history by becoming the first black female pilots to fly together for the first time. Captain Annabel Vundla and First Officer Refilwe Moreetsi comprised the entire cockpit of an SAA flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town, a major milestone for the revamped carrier in its 88 years of existence.

Captain Vundla is also SAA’s first Black African Female Captain and First Officer Moreetsi is not only a seasoned and experienced pilot, but also the first Black African Management Pilot as she is also responsible for Fatigue Risk Management at the airline.

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Poetry and Activism in South Africa: A Testament of Resistance and Resilience

Poetry has always been a powerful medium for expressing emotions, thoughts, and experiences. In South Africa, poetry took on a profound role during the tumultuous era of apartheid. Beyond its role as an art form, poetry became a vehicle for activism and resistance, a means of preserving cultural identity, and a beacon of hope in the face of oppression.

The apartheid regime in South Africa was not content with merely segregating people along racial lines; it aimed to dismantle the very fabric of black culture, tradition, and identity. It was a systematic attempt to reduce black individuals to subhuman status, stripping them of their heritage and autonomy. Yet, amidst this darkness, poetry emerged as a counter-narrative and a symbol of defiance.

Poetry and Activism as Partners in Resistance:

Prominent figures like Wally Serote, Kgorapetse Kgositsile, and James Matthews were among those who found the delicate balance between activism and poetry during this oppressive period. Their works were not confined to pages but were passionately recited at anti-apartheid rallies, book clubs, and study groups. Poetry served as both a weapon against the regime and a source of inspiration for the oppressed.

Empowering the Township's Spirit:

In the townships of South Africa, poetry held a pivotal role. It stripped the apartheid regime of its façade while imbuing the colonized with the courage to act and resist. It was a form of catharsis, a way for the people to express their resistance against fear, torture, and hatred. Poetry reminded them that they were part of a larger narrative, that they had the power to shape their destiny.

Challenges Faced Today:

However, in recent years, poetry and activism seem to have drifted apart in South Africa. Poetry stages have declined, government support has dwindled, and educational approaches have become disheartening. This appears to be a calculated move to keep marginalized communities passive and dependent on welfare.

The Call for Renewed Activist Poetry:

In a country with a rich history of using poetry as a tool for change, there is a pressing need for a revival of activist poetry. South Africa's complex social landscape demands that poets once again become the vanguards of social change. They must hold leaders accountable by immortalizing their actions in verse.

The Voices of Change:

Fortunately, there are voices emerging in contemporary South African poetry that seek to continue this legacy of activism. Poets like Koleka Putuma, Mandi Vundla, Vuyelwa Maluleka, Mpho Khosi, Kagiso Tshepe, and Masai Dabula are among those who are immortalizing the struggles and triumphs of South Africa's waking life for future generations.

Conclusion:

Poetry and activism in South Africa have a shared history rooted in resistance and resilience. In the face of apartheid's oppressive regime, poetry emerged as a vital means of expressing defiance, preserving cultural identity, and inspiring hope. As South Africa faces new challenges, it is imperative that poetry once again becomes a powerful instrument for demanding social change and holding leaders accountable. The voices of today's poets carry the torch of those who came before, ensuring that the legacy of poetry and activism endures.

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My journey to death and back - TV producer Mfundi Vundla shares his resurrection story

New Post has been published on https://www.celebgossip.co.za/entertainment-news/39562-my-journey-to-death-and-back-tv-producer-mfundi-vundla-shares-his-resurrection-story.html

My journey to death and back - TV producer Mfundi Vundla shares his resurrection story

My dear chommie, I knocked on death’s door three times. Believe me, it was not a pretty sight. I’m 76 years old and people in my age group or older are felled by heart attacks, strokes, diabetes and buckets of other chronic ailments. February last year I’m diagnosed with cancer of the oesophagus. This after […] Read more on My journey to death and back - TV producer Mfundi Vundla shares his resurrection story

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Tshepi Vundla And JR are engaged

Tshepi Vundla And JR are engaged

Congratulations are in order as Tshepi Vundla and her musician boyfriend JR are allegedly engaged. The couple who shares two kids together are celebrating 12 years in their relationship. In January, the couple welcomed their daughter, Vundle shared the news on Instagram. She shared that her princess arrived on January 14 and expressed her gratitude for her safe arrival. Fans have reason to…

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#CruzSAFW: Here are all the bold fashion statements made by stars at the Cruz South African Fashion Week soirée

#CruzSAFW: Here are all the bold fashion statements made by stars at the Cruz South African Fashion Week soirée

The South African Fashion Week is referred to by many as the mother of all fashion weeks in South Africa. In celebration of its 21st birthday, Cruz Vodka organized an opening party, attended by almost all the stars in the country. (more…)

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if mfundi vundla doesn’t come to work big mad that one day, how long do you think it takes prince to become an olympic gold medalist???

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Tshepi Vundla shares adorable photo of her boyfriend, JR and the kids

Tshepi Vundla shares adorable photo of her boyfriend, JR and the kids

Tshepi Vundla shares adorable photo of her boyfriend, JR and the kids     Tshepi Vundla has taken to her social media to share adorable photo of her long time boyfriend and her kids. The star welcomed her baby girl in January and she could not be more excited. She thanked JR for his support as he was present for the birth. Well, Tshepi has made it known that family is over everything as she…

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Second victim in AKA fatal shooting 'Tibz' was Tshepi Vundla's ex - Our relationship was toxic

New Post has been published on https://www.celebgossip.co.za/celeb-gossip-news/39252-second-victim-in-aka-fatal-shooting-tibz-was-tshepi-vundlas-ex-our-relationship-was-toxic.html

Second victim in AKA fatal shooting 'Tibz' was Tshepi Vundla's ex - Our relationship was toxic

The fatal shooting that claimed the life of celebrated rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes also claimed the life of AKA's lifelong friend and celebrity author Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane. Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane also dated Tshepi Vundla who recently celebrated her traditional wedding to IDOLS judge Thabo ‘ Jr’ Bogopa. A few years ago, influencer, Tshepi revealed that […] Read more on Second victim in AKA fatal shooting 'Tibz' was Tshepi Vundla's ex - Our relationship was toxic

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Connie Furguson warns of men who might seduce her

Connie Furguson warns of men who might seduce her

Connie Furguson warns of men who might seduce her Connie Furguson Top Generations Director Mfundi Vundla has advised widow actress and businesswoman Connie Furguson to remember of men who could lead on her to the bushes. Mfundi said this at a memorial service that was held in Gauteng. Mfundi Vundla stated that as an enormous brother and someone who has lived for 74 years, he has got to warn…

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Meet the Zimbabwean Prophet Who Needs Only A WhatsApp Picture To Diagnose & Cure Problems

Meet the Zimbabwean Prophet Who Needs Only A WhatsApp Picture To Diagnose & Cure Problems

A Victoria Falls-based prophet is making waves for his apparent ability to “diagnose” and minister to people over WhatsApp. Musawenkosi Vundla, who calls himself Thwasa Lodumo, says he only needs a picture sent over WhatsApp and the person’s full name to be able to diagnose their issues. According to the local publication The Chronicle, after diagnosing the person’s issues, Vundla uses prayers…

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[TASK 078: ZIMBABWE]

In celebration of Black History Month, here’s a masterlist below compiled of over 290+ Zimbabwean faceclaims categorised by gender with their occupation and ethnicity denoted if there was a reliable source. If you want an extra challenge use random.org to pick a random number! Of course everything listed below are just suggestions and you can pick whichever character or whichever project you desire.

Any questions can be sent here and all tutorials have been linked below the cut for ease of access! REMEMBER to tag your resources with #TASKSWEEKLY and we will reblog them onto the main! This task can be tagged with whatever you want but if you want us to see it please be sure that our tag is the first five tags, @ mention us or send us a messaging linking us to your post!

THE TASK - scroll down for FC’s!

STEP 1: Decide on a FC you wish to create resources for! You can always do more than one but who are you starting with? There are links to masterlists you can use in order to find them and if you want help, just send us a message and we can pick one for you at random!

STEP 2: Pick what you want to create! You can obviously do more than one thing, but what do you want to start off with? Screencaps, RP icons, GIF packs, masterlists, PNG’s, fancasts, alternative FC’s - LITERALLY anything you desire!

STEP 3: Look back on tasks that we have created previously for tutorials on the thing you are creating unless you have whatever it is you are doing mastered - then of course feel free to just get on and do it. :)

STEP 4: Upload and tag with #TASKSWEEKLY! If you didn’t use your own screencaps/images make sure to credit where you got them from as we will not reblog packs which do not credit caps or original gifs from the original maker.

THINGS YOU CAN MAKE FOR THIS TASK -  examples are linked!

Stumped for ideas? Maybe make a masterlist or graphic of your favourite faceclaims. A masterlist of names. Plot ideas or screencaps from a music video preformed by an artist. Masterlist of quotes and lyrics that can be used for starters, thread titles or tags. Guides on culture and customs.

Screencaps

RP icons [of all sizes]

Gif Pack [maybe gif icons if you wish]

PNG packs

Manips

Dash Icons

Character Aesthetics

PSD’s

XCF’s

Graphic Templates - can be chara header, promo, border or background PSD’s!

FC Masterlists - underused, with resources, without resources!

FC Help - could be related, family templates, alternatives.

Written Guides.

and whatever else you can think of / make!

MASTERLIST!

F:

Dorothy Masuka (1935) Zimbabwean - singer.

Stella Chiweshe (1946) Zimbabwean - musician.

Sekai Nzenza-Shand (1959) Zimbabwean - writer.

Busi Ncube (1963) Zimbabwean - singer.

Rozalla Miller / Rozalla (1964) Zambian, Zimbabwean - dancer.

Leonard Zhakata (1968) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter and dancer.

Masasa Moyo (1970) Zimbabwean / Irish, German - actress.

Eska Mtungwazi / Eska (1971) Zimbabwean - musician.

Shingisai Suluma (1971) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Petina Gappah (1971) Zimbabwean - author.

Thandie Newton (1972) Zimbabwean / English - actress.

Maggie Lloyd Williams (1975) Zimbabwean - actress.

Ivy Kombo (1975) Zimbabwean - gospel artist.

Anna Mudeka (1976) Zimbabwean - musician.

Chipo Chung (1977) Zimbabwean / Chinese - actress and activist.

Danai Gurira (1978) Zimbabwean - actress and playwright.

Kudzai Sevenzo (1979) Zimbabwean - actress and musician.

Edith WeUtonga (1979) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tinopona Katsande / Tin Tin (1979) Zimbabwean - actress, radio and television personality.

Jamelia Niela Davis / Jamelia (1981) Zimbabwean / Jamaican - actress and recording artist.

Shingai Shoniwa (1981) Zimbabwean - musician.

Fungisai Zvakavapano Mashavave (1981) Zimbabwean - musician.

Pauline Kamusewu / Pauline (1982) Zimbabwean / Italian - singer.

Mathira Mohammad / Mathira (1982) Zimbabwean / Pakistani - model, actress, singer, dancer, and hostess.

Lucia Evans (1982) Zimbabwean, Irish - singer.

Cynthia Muvirimi (1983) Zimbabwean - model.

Caroline Marufu (1983) Zimbabwean - Miss Zimbabwe World 2007.

Selmor Mtukudzi (1983) Zimbabwean - musician.

DJ Zinhle (1983) Zimbabwean - musician.

Natalie Gumede (1984) Zimbabwean - actress.

Velile Tshabalala (1984) Zimbabwean - actress.

Barbara Mamabolo (1985) Zimbabwean - actress and singer.

Prudence Mabhena (1986) Zimbabwean - singer.

Ropa Garise (1986) Zimbabwean - model.

Tarisai Vushe (1987) Zimbabwean - singer.

Vimbai Mutinhiri (1987) Zimbabwean - actress, model and television personality.

Taps Mugadza (1988) Zimbabwean - singer.

Chenegeto Brown (1988) Zimbabwean - musician.

Ruvheneko Parirenyatwa (1988) Zimbabwean - radio personality.

Silibaziso Dube / Sli Dube (1989) Zimbabwean - model.

Sibongile Mlambo (1990) Zimbabwean - actress and model.

Ericah Sabi / Empress Massina (1990) Zimbabwean - musician.

Alexandra Govere / Andra (1990) Zimbabwean, Unspecified Native American, French - singer-songwriter, producer, reality tv personality, gymnast, and journalist.

Mimi Ndiweni (1991) Zimbabwean - actress.

Sandra Muchaneta Gazi / Lady Squanda  (1991) Zimbabwean - actress.

Kristine Musademba (1992) Zimbabwean / Filipina - ice skater.

Moe Makaya (1992) Zimbabwean - model.

Letwin Tatenda Tiwaringe (1992) Zimbabwean - model.

Shalvin Kundai Chakwada / Empress Shelly (1992) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tinashe Kachingwe / Tinashe (1993) Zimbabwean / Irish, Norwegian, Danish, English - singer, dancer, actress and director.

Lynette Lisa Musenyi / Bounty Lisa (1993) Zimbabwean - musician.

Scola Dondo / Strawberry Ripples Let's Get Healthy  (1995) Zimbabwean - youtuber.

Tkay Maidza (1996) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Thando Sikwila (?) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter and actress.

Yolanda Yona (?) Zimbabwean - model and beauty pageant contestant.

Catherine Makaya (?) Zimbabwean - model and beauty pageant contestant.

Charity Zisengwe (?) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Nyasha Matonhodze (?) Zimbabwean - model.

Carol Mujokoro (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Michelle Wallace (?) Zimbabwean - model.

Violet Makunike / Viomak (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tholakele Dlamini (?) Zimbabwean - model.

Sibo Bero (?) Zimbabwean - model.

Hannah Chikosi-Mapepeta (?) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Rosanna Hall (?) Zimbabwean - model.

Teurai Chanakira (?) Zimbabwean - model.

Olivia Charamba / Mai Charamba (?) Zimbabwean -

RuTendo DeNise (?) Zimbabwean - model.

Sophia Leonie (?) Zimbabwean / English, German - actress.

Charmaine Bingwa (?) Zimbabwean - actress.

Chiedza Mhende (?) Zimbabwean - actress.

Portia Gwanzura (?) Zimbabwean - singer.

Ginny Holder (?) Zimbabwean - actress.

Melissa Mashiki (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Pokello Nare (?) Zimbabwean - reality star.

Ammara Brown (?) Zimbabwean - musician and actress.

Hope Masike (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

King Lo / Locnation (?) Zimbabwean - producer.

Mbo Mahocs (?) Zimbabwean - socialite.

Candice Mwakalyelye (?) Zimbabwean - radio personality.

Daruler / Mambokadzi (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Nonku Vundla / Black Bird (?) Zimbabwean - rapper.

Kimberley Robinson (?) Zimbabwean  - model.

Greatmore Chatya (?) Zimbabwean  - model.

Rachel Stuart (?) Zimbabwean  - model.

Nicole Ncube (?) Zimbabwean  - model.

Natasha Ndlovu (?) Zimbabwean  - model.

Petronella Tayamika Mahachi / Taya (?) Zimbabwean  - fashion designer.

Nomathamsanqa Mkwananzi / Nkwali (?) Zimbabwean  - fashion designer.

Pah Chihera (?) Zimbabwean  - model.

Linda Gabriel (?) Zimbabwean  - poet.

Namatai Mubariki (?) Zimbabwean  - musician.

Bethany Pasinawako-Ngolomi (?) Zimbabwean  - musician.

Chiedza Babra Maswera / Blacperl (?) Zimbabwean  - musician.

Bonnie Deuschle (?) Zimbabwean  - musician and author.

Dorothy Karengo / Darula (?) Zimbabwean  - musician.

Tariro Kadandara / Queen Kadjah (?) Zimbabwean  - musician.

Everjoy Takudzwa Kawadza / Eve Kawadza (?) Zimbabwean  - musician.

Edeline Mapuranga / Juwela (?) Zimbabwean  - musician.

Lady Storm (?) Zimbabwean  - musician.

M:

Joseph Magundwane / Mechanic Manyeruke (1942)

Thomas Mapfumo (1945) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Sam Mangwana (1945) Zimbabwean / Angolan - musician.

Dominic Kanaventi (1950) Zimbabwean - actor.

Oliver Mtukudzi / Tuku (1952) Zimbabwean - guitarist.

Cosmas Magaya (1953) Zimbabwean - mbira player.

Lovemore Majaivana (1954) Zimbabwean - musician.

Jonathan Wutawunashe (1955) Zimbabwean - keyboardist, guitarist, and songwriter.

Bob Nyabinde (1955) Zimbabwean - musician.

Zeke Manyika (1955) Zimbabwean - drummer and singer-songwriter.

Louis Mhlanga (1956) Zimbabwean - guitarist, singer, and producer.

Solomon Skuza (1956) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tendayi Gahamadze (1959) Zimbabwean - mbira player and songwriter.

Peter Muparutsa (1959) Zimbabwean - musician.

Garikayi Tirikoti (1961) Zimbabwean - mbira player.

Keith Thompson (1962) Zimbabwean - musician.

Chirikure Chirikure (1962) Zimbabwean - songwriter, poet, and writer.

Albert Nyathi (1962) Zimbabwean - poet.

Forward Kwenda (1963) Zimbabwean - mbira player.

Alick Macheso (1968) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter, guitarist, bassist, and dancer.

Leonard Zhakata (1968) Zimbabwean - musician.

Calvin Gudu (1968) Zimbabwean - musician.

Josphat Somanje (1968) Zimbabwean - musician.

Edgar Langeveldt (1969) Zimbabwean - actor, singer-songwriter, and comedian.

Charles Mudede (1969) Zimbabwean - filmmaker.

Musekiwa Chingodza (1970) Zimbabwean - mbira and marimba player.

Clive Mukundu (1970) Zimbabwean - musician.

Christopher Mlalazi (1970) Zimbabwean - writer.

Daniel Dumile / MF Doom (1971) Zimbabwean / Trinidadian - recording artist and producer.

Connie M’Gadzah (1971) Zimbabwean - actor.

Ignatius Mabasa (1971) Zimbabwean - musician, writer, and storyteller.

Willbroad Muponda / Willom Tight (1971) Zimbabwean - musician.

Charles Charamba (1971) Zimbabwean - musician and songwriter.

Allan Chimbetu (1972) Zimbabwean - musician.

Brian Chikwava (1972) Zimbabwean - musician and writer.

Sabhuku Vharazipi / David Mubaiwa (1973) Zimbabwean = socialite, actor, writer and comedian.

Herbert Schwamborn (1973) Zimbabwean / German - producer and rapper.

Victor Kunonga (1974) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Sean Fletcher (1974) Zimbabwean / English - journalist and radio personality.

Ramadu (1975) Zimbabwean - musician.

Togara Muzanenhamo (1975) Zimbabwean - poet.

Adam Croasdell (1976) Zimbabwean - actor.

Audius Mtawarira (1977) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Progress Chipfumo (1977) Zimbabwean - singer and guitarist.

Alexio Kawara (1978) Zimbabwean - musician.

Blessing Shumba (1978) Zimbabwean - musician.

Dino Mudondo (1978) Zimbabwean - musician.

David Chifunyise / D-va (1979) Zimbabwean - musician and songwriter.

Leroy Gopal (1979) Zimbabwean - actor.

Buffalo Souljah (1980) Zimbabwean - musician and songwriter.

Alishias Musimbe / Maskiri (1980) Zimbabwean - rapper.

Obi Mhondera (1980) Zimbabwean - songwriter and producer.

Desmond Chideme / Stunner (1980) Zimbabwean - musician.

Nyasha Hatendi (1981) Zimbabwean - actor and producer.

Tongayi Chirisa (1981) Zimbabwean - actor and musician.

Peter Mujuru / Mashasha (1982) Zimbabwean - guitarist, bassist, percussionist, singer-songwriter, and producer.

Sulumani Chimbetu (1982) Zimbabwean - musician.

M. K. Asante (1982) Zimbabwean - author, filmmaker, recording artist, and professor.

Eric Moyo (1982) Zimbabwean - singer.

Lamont Chitepo (1982) Zimbabwean - musician.

Ngonidzashe Kambarami / Ngonie (1983) Zimbabwean - singer, guitarist, keyboardist, and drummer.

Dereck Chisora (1983) Zimbabwean - boxer.

Ngoni Kambarami (1983) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tawanda Sibotshiwe / Jusa Dementor (1983) Zimbabwean - musician and producer.

Winky D (1983) Zimbabwean - musician.

Leonard Mapfumo (1983) Zimbabwean - rapper.

Michael Mahendere / Mic Inity (1983) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tinashe Fazakerley / Rationale (1984) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Mkhululi Bhebhe (1984) Zimbabwean - singer.

Shingirai Kaserera / Sugaspott (1984) Zimbabwean - rapper.

Flint Bedrock (1985) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Desire Sibanda / Dizzy Dee (1985) Zimbabwean - musician.

Sanii Makhalima (1985) Zimbabwean - musician.

Rockford Josphat (1985) Zimbabwean - musician.

Simbarashe Muswere / Mystik Becyad (1985) Zimbabwean - musician.

Munya Chidzonga (1985) Zimbabwean - actor and filmmaker.

Tehn Diamond (1985) Zimbabwean - rapper and singer-songwriter.

Rockford Josphat / Roki (1985) Zimbabwean, Malagasy - singer-songwriter, dancer, and actor.

Terrence Kudakwashe Tichapondwa / Tryt (1986) Zimbabwean - musician.

Radzi Chinyanganya (1986) Zimbabwean / Scottish - presenter.

Rudi Schwamborn / Carlprit (1986) Zimbabwean / German - rapper.

Jah Prayzah (1987) Zimbabwean - musician.

Mukudzeyi Mukombe (1987) Zimbabwean - musician.

Abraham Wilson (1987) Zimbabwean - musician.

Martin Tawanda Gosha / Kazmik Chamakanda (1988) Zimbabwean - musician.

Pacharo Mzembe (1988) Zimbabwean - actor.

Biggie Tembo Jr. (1988) Zimbabwean - musician.

Mathias Mhere (1988) Zimbabwean - musician.

Energy Sylvester Chizanga / Free,am (1988) Zimbabwean - musician.

Prince Kudakwashe Musarurwa (1988) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Tendekai Philemon Tati / Madzitatiguru (1989) Zimbabwean - spoken word artist, slam poet, writer, and comedian.

Gerald Masanga / Jerry B (1989) Zimbabwean - musician.

Alfred Nenguwo (1989) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Regé-Jean Page (1990) Zimbabwean - actor.

Emmanuel Manyeruke / Guspy Warrior (1990) Zimbabwean - musician.

Nyabulo Mayibongwe Nkomo (1990) Zimbabwean - musician.

Kelvin Kusikwenyu / Killer T (1990) Zimbabwean - musician.

Wilton Isheasnesu Doba / Legion (1990) Zimbabwean - musician.

Elisha Matarirano / Legend Elly (1990) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tinashe Gamure Munengami /Cello Culture (1990) Zimbabwean - musician.

Nib Crouch (1991) Zimbabwean - rapper.

Phillip Kembo (1991) Zimbabwean - producer.

Brian Soko (1991) Zimbabwean - songwriter and producer.

Tafadzwa Mwandira / Celscius (1991) Zimbabwean - musician.

Lovejoy Matare / L kat (1991) Zimbabwean - rapper and lyricist.

Matthew C. Martino (1992) Zimbabwean - actor and producer.

Obey Makamure / Tocky Vibes (1993) Zimbabwean - musician and songwriter.

Darlington Zhanje / Dhadza D (1993) Zimbabwean - musician.

Maligakini Saizi / Kinnah (1993) Zimbabwean - musician.

Gary Tight (1994) Zimbabwean - musician.

Godknows Shumba / Magical (1994) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tinotenda Chitapa (1995) Zimbabwean - musician.

Kelvin Jones (1995) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.

Gift Lihlohonolo Ndlovu (1996) Zimbabwean - musician.

Takura Chiwoniso / Blot (1996) Zimbabwean - musician.

McDon Vladmire Woodburn / Mcy Ghost (1998) Zimbabwean - musician.

Fisher Masango (?) Zimbabwean - model.

Alton Edwards (?) Zimbabwean, British - singer.

Zuva Martens (?) Zimbabwean / Dutch - actor and comedian.

Mathias Muzaza (?) Zimbabwean - singer and percussionist (Mokoomba).

Trustworth Samende (?) Zimbabwean - singer and guitarist (Mokoomba).

Abundance Mutori (?) Zimbabwean - singer and bassist (Mokoomba).

Ndaba Coster Moyo (?) Zimbabwean - singer and drummer (Mokoomba).

Miti Mugande (?) Zimbabwean - singer and percussionist (Mokoomba).

Donald Moyo (?) Zimbabwean - singer and keyboardist (Mokoomba).

Kwayedza Kureya / Kwaye (?) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Tiwai Muza (?) Zimbabwean - actor.

Rise Kagonaa (?) Zimbabwean - guitarist.

Takura Tendayi / Takura (?) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter.

Kenny Chitsvatsva (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Shakespeare "Shakie" Kangwena (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Chartwell Dutiro (?) Zimbabwean - mbira player.

Kudaushe Matimba (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tendayi Jembere (?) Zimbabwean - actor.

Steve Makoni (?) Zimbabwean - guitarist, songwriter, and comedian.

Kwasi Songui (?) Zimbabwean - actor.

Mr. Lion / Gazzully (?) Zimbabwean - DJ.

Clemmence Rice (?) Zimbabwean - bass mbira player (Mbira dzeNharira).

Chaka Chakandika (?) Zimbabwean - kalimba player (Mbira dzeNharira).

Takawira Devera (?) Zimbabwean - lead mbira player (Mbira dzeNharira).

Tendai Kazuru (?) Zimbabwean - hosho player (Mbira dzeNharira).

Mudiwa Hood (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Douglas Vambe (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Ngugi Vere (?) Zimbabwean - fashion designer.

Enock Munhenga / ExQ (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Syfo fame (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Clyde Macathur Chirikure / Clyde Banks (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

T Makwikwi (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Antony Munetsi Matambanadzo / mUnetsi (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Lloyd Charles Muponda / King Labash (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tawanda Zarzu Tichareva (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tinashe Makura (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Kudzayi Mhlanga (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Thembani Mubochwa (?) Zimbabwean - fashion designer.

Ara Kani (?) Zimbabwean - fashion designer.

Doc Vikela (?) Zimbabwean - comedian.

Calvin / Cal_Vin (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Michael Kudakwashe (?) Zimbabwean - actor and comedian.

Muzi Mangena (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Dumi Maraire Jr / Draze (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Zadzisai Chikwanyanga / G.I.L (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Ian Makiwa / Platinum Prince (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Nicholas Muchinguri / POY (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Sam Dondo (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tinashe Gonzara / Ti Gonzi (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Trevor Dongo (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Blessed Zikhali / 8L (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Willis Afrika Wataffi  (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Baba Harare (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Newton Gwanangura / Badman (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Albert Mushore / Boom Beto (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Brian Sibalo (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Calisto Nyamhute (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Calvin Malunga / Crystal (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Daniel Mazhindu / Decibel (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Delani Makhalima (?) Zimbabwean - musician and producer.

Dereck Mpofu (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Tamuka Mponda-Makuluni / DJ Tamuka (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Dumalisile Mehlomakhulu (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Douglas Chimbetu (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Fungai Paradzayi / Fun F (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Resilience Chekera / GZE (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Bessel Mugo Parewa / Hwindi Prezident (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Jah Child (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Jah Designer (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Jah Signal (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Jeremy Olivier (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Jonah Moyo (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Josh Kawara / Josh Kays (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Shadreck Kwarire (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Kireni Zulu (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Achieve Moyo / Krimz Beatz (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Lucky Kumene (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Shelton Tutani / Maggikal (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Ephraim Mushore / Lyrical Editor / Major E (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Masta Reins (?) Zimbabwean - musician.

Problematic:

Dizzy Dee (1985) Zimbabwean - singer-songwriter and DJ - convicted of rape.

Soul Jah Love (1989) Zimbabwean - assaulted wife.

Washington Kavhai (?) Zimbabwean - musician - convicted of rape.

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Tshepi Vundla shares first photo of her baby girl

Tshepi Vundla shares first photo of her baby girl

Tshepi Vundla shares first photo of her baby girl   Tshepi Vundla has taken to her social media to show of her baby girl. The star welcomed a bouncing baby girl with her boyfriend, JR Bogopa. In lead up to welcoming their baby girl, Vundla had a stunning baby shower and her birthday party was celebrated on the same day in December. Tshepi went on to share a image of their little one, as well as…

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Tshepi Vundla on why she is not marrying her boyfriend of 6 years, Idols SA judge JR

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Tshepi Vundla on why she is not marrying her boyfriend of 6 years, Idols SA judge JR

Tshepi Vundla has poured cold water on speculations that she's engaged to longtime partner and Idols SA judge JR after she was spotted with a rock on her ring finger. Speaking on her relationship Vundla said while marriage is a beautiful thing, she wasn’t in any rush to walk down the aisle. “The ring that […] Read more on Tshepi Vundla on why she is not marrying her boyfriend of 6 years, Idols SA judge JR

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Issues with ‘Ixeba (The Wound)’

so in the discussion about Khethiwe & The Leopard and the film’s white filmmaker, midgetswallofshame brought up the film Inxeba (The Wound), another South African film centering about queer South African young men going through the Xhosa rite of passage and circumcision. the film has caused an uproar in South Africa for a few reasons, including its white director. 

here’s an excerpt from an article on SAHO (South African Film Online) about all the issues with the film:

“Thando Mgqolozana’s novel, “A Man Who Is Not a Man” was used as a reference for the film’s script. Mgqolozana’s novel sheds light on the experience of failed circumcision and the impact it has on the process of the initiation for ‘becoming a man’. The story of the film was written by John Trengrove, Thando Mgqolozana and Malusi Bengu. Trengrove has been the object of strong criticism for being a white director at the helm of a culturally  specific story. The criticism points to the fact that as a white, non Xhosa man, he cannot identify with the films content. Trengrove claims that he maintained awareness of his positionality whilst making the film and sort collaboration to ensure the film’s authenticity. Extensive research was undertaken by the film crew, including interviews over 6 months of Xhosa men, varying in sexual and class identity. Mthetho Tshemese, a clinical psychologist, was also brought on board the film to offer guidance on the depiction of the ulwaluko process. The film crew was also made up of non-actors who were given a degree of initiative and independence to drive the portrayal of ulwaluko in the film.

In 2014, as a run-up to Inxeba, John Trengrove, Batana Vundla and Elias Ribeiro produced IBhokwe: The Goat, which was a 13-minute long movie. The story illustrated the intersectionality of homosexuality and tradition through the narrative of a gay man, played by Nkosipendule Cengani, isolated from other initiates and abandoned by his elders as he undergoes ulwaluko.

John Trengrove and Batana Vundla were interested in making a queer film in South Africa 5 years ago, during a period in which “the media was quite saturated with statements of people like Robert Mugabe saying that homosexuality was un-African—a Western decadence, that it was against traditional African culture.” They wanted the film to go further than homosexual and queer identity, but explore masculinity and patriarchy and intersect it within a specific traditional context.

The criticism, anger and disrespect expressed by members of the Xhosa community are centred on accusations of cultural appropriation and the violation of the sanctity of ulwaluko. In response, the film’s crew has maintained that they expected the backlash against the film, but feel that there is also a large degree of homophobia underpinning the responses.

Media has reported that King Mpendulo Sigcawu wanted to file an interdict against the screening of Inxeba and he had written to the Eastern Cape Arts and Culture MEC and the Film and Publication Board asking them not to screen the film. However, the King clarified that he was approached by community members who were unhappy about the film and maintains: “We are saying after only seeing clips on YouTube, we would have liked to be educated about the film and what it aims to achieve. This is why we are asking the minister of arts and culture and his provincial counterpart, the Commission on Religious, Cultural and Linguistic Communities [CRL Commission] as well as Films and Publications Board [FPB] for assistance for a meeting.”“Our view is that we are not really happy with what we have seen, hence we thought it will be ideal to sit and share our concern. We would perhaps have an opportunity to watch the movie in that forum”

In relation to this, Asandiswa Jali’s article that calls for banning the film concedes that the themes of the film are important and need to be discussed and addressed in Xhosa communities, but in doing so disrespect must not be promoted against the amaXhosa culture itself. She calls for communities to hold conversations about the exclusion and discrimination of the LGBTIQ community in ulwaluko and maintains that releasing a movie which will only be seen by the privileged and not by the villages where these problems exist is not constructive at all: “The Xhosa speaking people in the movie should be holding these conversations in villages where these problems are.”

The historical contextual reality of the amaXhosa in South Africa is the theft of the land by European colonialists, disintegration of indigenous communities and the subjugation of the people under the western imperialism and capitalism that crafted bodies of labour to serve the enrichment of an imperialist economy that does not benefit their communities. More so, there is a history of disciplines treating and depicting amaXhosa culture as an exotic other and ahistorical – largely from a colonial and modernist lens, which is very limited in its scope of truth and comprehension. In this light, the frustration and concern emanating from the Xhosa community about their stories being told is comprehensive.

However, despite the secrecy and sanctity that ulwaluko is shrouded i, there is significant research about the initiation that exists outside of the film. For example, in 2015 Richard Bullock wrote an article titled “A month with three initiates during the Xhosa circumcision ritual” and included details and images. In 2009, Andile P. Mhlahlo wrote a Master’s thesis for Stellenbosch University, titled “What is manhood? The significance of traditional circumcision in the Xhosa initiation ritual”.

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