Category Archives: Politics of existence

2013 Feb. 1: Maybe it was not meant to be!

Posted on February 5, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

by Charmain Carrol I am back from Europe and am reflecting on all the things I did, people I met, and what a wonderful and productive time I had.  But I cannot stop thinking about how this trip almost never … Continue reading →

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2014 Jan.29: WAM Photos

Posted on February 4, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

Portfolio #2 by Charmain Carrol Previous by CC. 2013 Dec. 25: Christmas that was and 2013 Dec. 15: Photos from the funeral of the recently murdered lesbian in Ratanda                           … Continue reading →

Posted in 1977 -, Political Art, Politics of existence, Politics of geography, Politics of representation, Portfolio, Power of the Arts, Power of the Voice, Presentations, Privilege, Professional black lesbians in South Africa, Proud lesbian, Provision of health care for Transgender community in SA, Queer Education in SA, Queer visibility, Queercide, Questioning, ReClaim Your Activism, Records and histories, Self-worth, Struggle Songs, Zanele Muholi & Gabrielle le Roux | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

2014 Jan.30: Paraplegic’s bed

Posted on February 2, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

by Thuthula Sodumo There are a few things in life that are comfortable and uncomfortable at the same time and a paraplegic’s bed is one of them. It is comfortable because it is made with care with a “sickly” person … Continue reading →

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2014 Jan. 29: Photos from exhibition opening at Wits Art Museum (WAM)

Posted on February 1, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

This gallery contains 28 photos.

Portfolio #1/2014 A photo album by Nqobile Zungu A BIG THANK YOU! Wednesday the 29th of January 2014 history was made at Wits Arts Museum (WAM) when the  queer & trans Art-iculations collaborative art for social change exhibition opened. What … Continue reading →

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2014 Jan. 29: South Africa’s New Mo(u)rning

Posted on February 1, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

   by Bridget Ngcobo What does it mean to be living in post apartheid South Africa? Does it mean, as the name of the generation alludes that we are (re)born free? Are our eyes open to the colors and sounds … Continue reading →

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2014 Jan.12: Presenting Gavin Matseke… The queer we all love to hate!!!

Posted on January 27, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

Profiled by Jeremiah Sepotokele The day is finally here, having scheduled an interview with the gorgeous and witty Gavin Matseke. We met at the calm, cool and tranquil outdoors of Glen Austin, in Midrand at a friend’s place. We were … Continue reading →

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2014 Jan.9: Brenda Mvula’s Memorial Service

Posted on January 10, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

Brenda Mvula’s partner, Koketso Matlaweng in black mourning the sudden passing of her beloved supported by her aunt in a black & white top. Where:   Acts of God Christian Church, Midrand. When:  9th Jan. 2014 Photos by Lindeka Qampi … Continue reading →

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2014 Jan. 5: High Fashion at Muntuza’s funeral in KwaThema

Posted on January 7, 2014 by inkanyiso2009

by Yaya Mavundla Over the years people’s lifestyle and believes have changed completely. The Western culture has taken over with so many fashion boutiques we have been introduced to.  Freedom of expression through clothing and so many accessible designers has … Continue reading →

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2013 Dec. 21: ‘A part of Me’ in Paris

Posted on December 20, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

  by Andiswa Dlamini Words cannot describe my experience in Paris. It honestly felt like I was part of a painting. It felt surreal. It’s weird in life when we allow our dreams to expand to places and then when … Continue reading →

Posted in Another Approach Is Possible, Archived memories, Art is Queer, Art Solidarity, Art Therapy, As we are, Collectivism, Community, Evidence, Experience, Exposure, Expression, Feelings, From Durban to Paris, Hate Crimes, Homosexuality, Hope, Interpretation, Intervention, Know Your SA Queer History, Knowledge, Life, Love, Love is a human right, Poetry, Political Art, Politics of existence, Politics of geography, Power of the Voice, Prayer, Presentations, Privilege, Professionals, Public spaces, Queer visibility, Queer Youth, Questions & Answers, ReClaim Your Activism, Recognition, Records and histories, Reflection, Relationships, We Are You, We Care, We were (t)here, Women's Work, Women; Voices; Writings; Education; Traditions; Struggles; Cultures, Writing is a Right | Tagged | 6 Comments

2013 Nov. 8: Miss Gay & Lesbian Soweto 2013 Semis video

Posted on November 27, 2013 by inkanyiso2009

    Only 8 days more to go before D-day which is the 7th Dec. 2013 Please come support this initiative and check more details on Facebook should you wish to come on board with your skills and moolahs. Twitter … Continue reading →

Posted in Beauty, Beauty pageantry, Before You, Being Scene, Brave, Crea(c)tive senses, Creating awareness, Evidence, Experience, Exposure, Expression, Fashion, Inkanyiso media, Know Your SA Queer History, Politics of existence, Queer Education in SA, Queer visibility, Queer Youth, Recognition, Sponsorships, We Are You, We Care, We Love Photography, We Still Can with/out Resources, We were (t)here | Tagged | 5 Comments