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May 7, 2025

A call to Protect the Pangolin

These unique creatures, with scales made of keratin, just like our hair and nails, are being poached for an imagined medicinal use. Janet's book, 'Pangolin Prophecy,' shines a light on the plight of these amazing animals, weaving a tale of magic, protection, and the importance of living in harmony with nature.
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pom pom weed
April 25, 2025

Sink the Pink – Transforming a Problem into a Purpose

We transformed the problematic pompom weed into a work of art, raising awareness and support for the 'Sink the Pink' eradication campaign. Our motto: 'The best pompom weed is a beaded one!
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art exhibition
April 24, 2025

Gallery Exhibition Recap: Breaking Barriers Through Art

Our exhibition explored aspects of history in Durban, mental health, gender, and sexuality, sparking meaningful conversations and connections. Curated by Nomfundo Khathi, with artists; Sinethemba Ndimande, Masibulele Nako, and Manelisi Nene.
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beaded I love mom cup
April 23, 2025

Celebrating the Mother Figure in your life

Honour the special mothers in your life this Mother's Day with a thoughtful gift from Woza Moya. Our unique collection is designed to show your love and appreciation in a meaningful way.
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A whole lot of chicken eggs. A relatively cheap source of protein.
April 1, 2025

April 2025 Egg Collection Drive

𝐖𝐨𝐳𝐚 𝐌𝐨𝐲𝐚 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝐄𝐠𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 – we are on a mission to collect in 2 400 chicken eggs this April. This will give each of our 400 crafters 6 delicious, nutritious eggs to take home to make a meal for their families.
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Zulu wire-weaver James Ndlela with his telephone wire covered bottles.
March 26, 2025

Artist of the Month April 2025 – James Ndlela

James Ndlela has been transforming ordinary bottles into stunning works of art since 2015. We welcome him as our Artist of the Month for April 2025.
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Behind closed doors art and photography exhibition
March 25, 2025

Behind Closed Door Exhibition

This exhibition showcases the work of our ArtBank SA interns Sinethemba Ndimande, Masibulele Nako and Manelisi Nene who are our artists of the month for March 2025.
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Valentine's Day 2025 at Woza Moya. Crafters and Staff dressed in red and white.
February 20, 2025

Valentines Day at Woza Moya 2025

Masibulele Nako, a talent photographer doing an internship at Woza Moya, shares her thoughts & experience of Valentine's Day 2025 at Woza Moya.
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Kaz and Ma-Cwengi educate HACT Staff on heathy eating.
February 11, 2025

Encouraging Healthy Eating

On Friday 07 Feb we had our first wellness session for 2025 yesterday. It was great to welcome Kaz and Ma-Cwengi back.
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Painting of Dr Gcina Mhlophe by Khulile Ngobese
February 9, 2025

Woza Moya Artist of the Month Feb 2025 – Khulile Ngobese

Our artist of the month for February 2025 is Khulile Ngobese with his acrylic painting of much-loved storyteller and icon Dr Gcina Mhlophe.
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The four visual art interns funded by Art Bank South Africa.
January 27, 2025

We welcome 4 Art Bank interns for Dec 2024 – Mar 2025

We are grateful for the opportunity to host 4 interns funded by Art Bank of South Africa. We are excited about the fresh ideas they bring to Woza Moya and our African Art Gallery, while gaining valuable work experience in the visual art sector.
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Woza Moya African Art and Craft pop-up shop at Fields Hill Centre in Kloof
January 27, 2025

Make-over of our Kloof Pop-up Shop

Our Kloof pop-up shop has had a facelift and we invite you to visit for a browse. This shop provides employment to crafters and artists from the township and rural areas of Kwa-Zulu Natal, Durban
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Clayton Mpetiwa Artist of the month
January 13, 2025

Meet Clayton Mpetiwa – January Artist of the Month

For Clayton, art is not just a career; it’s a way of life - a fulfilling journey that continues to evolve. With each piece he creates, he aims to challenge himself, inspire others, and contribute to the vibrant world of art.
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Kaz Wilson and Ma Cwengi Myeni Wellness Day.
October 31, 2024

Woza Moya’s Wellness Initiatives

Throughout 2024, we at Woza Moya have taken the initiative to provide our beloved beaders and staff access to various wellness programs.
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Exhibition of beadwork-covered round panels make by rural Zulu crafters.
July 29, 2024

Round Abouts Beadwork Exhibition

An exhibition of circular beaded wall panels held in the Woza Moya African Art Gallery
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Shelley painting the angel wings which are part of our upcycling project.
July 15, 2024

Wonderous Wings of Waste – Upcycling Project

What started as a simple idea to build a pair of wings with recycled material has turned into a project utilising 4,500 individually cut plastic feathers.
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Nosipho Duma highlighting the issues of teenage pregnancy.
May 15, 2024

Nosipho Duma – South African Artist – May 2024

Nosipho's work is about the issues that teenagers face as they are growing such as drugs, alcohol and especially teenage pregnancy.
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Under the Sea exhibition in the Woza Moya African Art Category.
April 23, 2024

Under the Sea Exhibition 1

Our Under the Sea Exhibition 1 opened with a lot of excitement on Friday 19 April 2024. A big THANK YOU to MAC - Estee Lauder who provided the funding that made this exhibition possible.
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Gogo Hilda Mgaga, a skilled wire basket weaver, holding 2 of her hardwire baskets
April 12, 2024

Hilda Mgaga – Skillfully woven hardwire baskets

Gogo Hilda Mgaga makes the most beautiful hardwire picture baskets. She is almost 80 years old, and still continues to produce her unique designs with great skill.
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South African Artist Malibongwe with his print Riding to School.
March 27, 2024

Malibongwe Shangase – South African Artist – April 2024

South African artist Malibongwe Shangase works in vibrant woodcut prints on paper. He has travelled extensively and exhibited his work internationally.
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African Art Centre and Woza Moya staff and crafters.
March 18, 2024

Crafters from the African Art Centre to be taken on by Woza Moya

It is with great sadness that we let you know that the African Art Centre is closing its doors after 65 years of uplifting and showcasing South African artists.
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