Category Archives: Archived memories

2013 Aug. 9: Muholi being seen by fellow artists

Posted on August 9, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

Location: Antwerp, Belgium Related articles 2013 July 27: African Lesbians and Transgender Facing Belgium and 2013 Aug. 7: Reality Check from the 2013 World Outgames  

Posted in 2013 World Outgames, Another Approach Is Possible, Antwerp, Archived memories, Art Activism in South Africa, Art Solidarity, Articles, Arts, As we are, Belgium, Crea(c)tive senses, Creating awareness, Exhibitions, Painting | Tagged | 1 Comment

2013 Aug. 6: Invisibility of black lesbians ‘From safe harbours to Equality’

Posted on August 6, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

by Lesego Tlhwale  Colorful countries flags rose up in the sky with pride as hundreds of people walked in the Wanganitie grounds where the official opening of the World Outgames III in Antwerp, Belgium took place. The anticipated 20,000+ participants … Continue reading →

Posted in accommodation and stipend, Activism, Africa, Allies, Another Approach Is Possible, Antwerp, Archived memories, As we are, Chosen FEW absent, Exposure, Expression, Human rights, Lack of Resources, Queer sports, Sponsorships, Writing is a Right, Youth voices | Tagged | 6 Comments

2013 Aug. 6: My body as a subject of hate crime

Posted on August 6, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

by Maureen Velile Majola   My body laid there as I was used as a subject of hate crime. My heart ached as I imagined my mother walking up to my exposed body and trying to cover me up so … Continue reading →

Posted in Anger, Another Approach Is Possible, Archived memories, Black Lesbians & Allies Against Hate Crimes, Body, Hate Crimes, Violence, Visualizing public spaces, We Are You, We Care, We Still Can with/out Resources, We were (t)here | Tagged | 5 Comments

2013 Aug.4: FEW’s 10th Anniversary

Posted on August 4, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

Exactly a year ago now, I joined the Forum for the Empowerment of Women (FEW), activists and allies to celebrate the 10th anniversary. FEW is the black lesbian organisation that Donna Smith and I conceptualized in 2002 at a garage … Continue reading →

Posted in Another Approach Is Possible, Archived memories, Art Activism in South Africa, Art Solidarity, Before You, Black Lesbians, Chosen FEW, Collaborations, Collectivism, Community Mobilizing, Connections, Creating awareness, Empowerment, Entertainment, EPOC, FEW Board members, FEW since 2002, Founded, Ihawu, Know Your SA Queer History, Photo album, Photography, ReClaim Your Activism, Relationships, Servitude, Visual history is a Right not a luxury | Tagged | 7 Comments

2013 Aug. 1: The 2012 Eastern Cape Pride that was

Posted on August 1, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

They say pictures speak louder than words. For those who were there at the 2012 Eastern Cape Pride, see yourselves and likenesses in the pics and kindly caption wherever possible. Thanks to Zamanguni Mzimela & partner for the invitation and … Continue reading →

Posted in Abantu, Another Approach Is Possible, Archived memories, Art Activism in South Africa, Art Solidarity, Black Lesbians, Community, Community Mobilizing, Connections, Creating awareness, Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape LGBTI, Evidence, Exposure, Family support, Give credits where it is due, Homosexuality, Human rights, Inkanyiso media, Lack of Resources, Lesbian Love Is Possible in South Africa, Our lives in the picture, Photo album, Photography, Queer visibility, Records and histories, Society, South Africa, Visual history is a Right not a luxury, Visualizing public spaces, We Are You, We Care, We Still Can with/out Resources, Writing is a Right, Zamanguni Mzimela, Zanele Muholi | 6 Comments

2013 July 31: No title

Posted on July 31, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

I lay here, in pain tossing and turning waiting for the birth of my daughter. I try to lift my head but it won’t get off the pillow, as my body starts to give way my abdominals go numb. It’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Activism, Another Approach Is Possible, Archived memories, As we are, Before You, Betrayal, Black Lesbians, Black Lesbians & Allies Against Hate Crimes, Charmain Carrol, Collectivism, Community, Creating awareness, Creative Writing, Curative rapes, Duduzile Zozo, Hope, Human rights, Johannesburg, Lack of Resources, Lesbian Love Is Possible in South Africa, Life Stories, Love, Networking, Power of the Voice, Tears, Toilet brush, We Are You, We Care, We Still Can with/out Resources, Women; Voices; Writings; Education; Traditions; Struggles; Cultures | Tagged | 3 Comments

2013 July 30: Amsterdam Photo of the Day

Posted on July 30, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

What:  Photoshoot Location: Yselstraat 26 -28 Amsterdam Shooting behind the scenes for ‘Wanted for Love’ campaign and photographed by Erwin Olaf in his studio. He is one of the most famous photographer Europe. Thanks to Hivos and Human Rights Watch … Continue reading →

Posted in Another Approach Is Possible, Archived memories, Photography, Writing is a Right | Tagged | Leave a comment

2013 July 30: Photo of the Day

Posted on July 30, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

Inkanyiso journalists abroad prior to the 2013 World Outgames and Human Rights conference, Kopano Sibeko & Lesego Tlhwale in Antwerp, Belgium on the way to the local Central Station. Photos by Zanele Muholi (30.07.2013) Previous report from recent exhibition opening … Continue reading →

Posted in 2013 World Outgames, Another Approach Is Possible, Archived memories, Exposure, Inkanyiso media, Media works, Photo album, Professionals, Records and histories, Visual history, Visualizing public spaces, We Are You, We Still Can with/out Resources, Youth voices | Tagged | 3 Comments

2013 July 28: Yesterday

Posted on July 28, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

Yesterday I met someone. He was a perfect image wrapped around in sex appeal oozing from his dreadlocked hair follicles down to the sole of his shoe I caught him with my smile and he, in turn caught me with … Continue reading →

Posted in 1992 January 2, Abongile Matyila, Another Approach Is Possible, Archived memories, Before You, Contributors, Crea(c)tive senses, Eastern Cape LGBTI, Exposure, Handsome man, Human body, Mdantsane, Networking, Power of the Voice, Sex appeal, Visual history | Tagged , | 6 Comments

2013 July 13: Picturing Duduzile Zozo’s funeral

Posted on July 14, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

Photos by Collen Mfazwe Where: Church Hall & Kromvleiplaas cemetery, Thokoza township, Johannesburg What:  Duduzile Zozo’s funeral When: 13/07/2013 How many: More than 500 people attended. Who: Mostly political parties and black lesbians… Camera used:  Canon 60D with zoom lens … Continue reading →

Posted in Anger, Another Approach Is Possible, Archived memories, Art Activism in South Africa, Articles, As we are, Before You, Black Lesbians & Allies Against Hate Crimes, Creating awareness, Curative rapes, Family, Family support, Friendships, Johannesburg, We Are You, We Care, We Still Can with/out Resources, Where & Who is Justice?, Youth voices | Tagged , | 24 Comments