Artists team up for exhibition of African land and seascapes
Four talented artists have joined forces to create stunning pieces of art for the Four Views exhibition, now showing at the Ann Bryant Art...
Beloved English teacher’s poetry book available from next week
Literature is alive and well in Buffalo City, the newest Unesco City of Creative Literature in Africa, with the imminent launch legendary local ex-English...
Pupil’s artwork chosen for book cover: Clarendon girl’s design illustrates ‘English...
The artwork of one Clarendon High School for Girls (CGHS) pupil, inspired by her brother, was selected as the cover art for this year’s...
Festival of art, music and food all for a good cause:...
The second annual Blooms and Brushstrokes festival will be taking place at various locations around East London on Saturday, November 16.
The exciting two-day event...
Historian’s talk delves into Eastern Cape’s rich heritage
Renowned Eastern Cape storyteller and historian, Alan Weyer, will be speaking about the history of the area and its original inhabitants on Saturday at...
Honouring Gonubie cranes Duke, Duchess with own reservoir mural
EMIHLE MBANGATHA
Local artist Nathan Sanan is using his talent to restore positivity to East London through vibrant murals inspired by the city’s natural beauty.
Sanan,...
Designers thrill at Fashionable Nights: Tase Jack showcases Eastern Cape creative’s...
Local fashion designer Tase Jack captivated all attending the second annual Fashionable Nights show on Friday at Kofini and Co in Quigney.
The sold-out show...
GO People – Aphiwe Folisa
This week we chat with Aphiwe Folisa, a self-taught tattoo artist, about what it takes to run his successful tattoo studio, Toxic Ink Tattoo...
King Zintle takes over EL DJ scene
Mdantsane-born Zintle Ngxovu, popularly known as King Zintle, is breaking barriers as a popular female DJ in a male-dominated industry.
The 30-year-old self-proclaimed Melophile began...
GO People – Marlene Mu
As we get ready to welcome Spring, we chat to Marlene Muller who sells plants as well as handmade and recycled pots for your...
The winner takes it all … to Centrestage
ROSA-KAROO LOEWE
Gqeberha’s glitz-fest band Centrestage returns to the Guild Theatre with “Absolutely ABBA”, bigger and brighter than ever.
The tribute show to the legendary Swedish...
GO People – Samantha Simmons and Nicolette Hill
This week, we chat with mother- daughter duo Samantha Simmons and Nicolette Hill about Cactus East London, the small business they run together.
Q: What...
GO People – Lesedi Lester Sikwe
We chat with photographer Lesedi Sikwe about his brand SickWear Lifestyle.
Q: What service do you provide?
A: I provide photography, videography, aerial photography, and canvas...
Plans to return Lovedale Press to its former glory
The University of Fort Hare, in collaboration with various Eastern Cape organisations, have discussed plans to revitalise the historic Lovedale Press building.
The prominent publisher...
CVD art exhibition explores womanhood
Until July 2, the CVD Framers Art Gallery is resplendent with works in different mediums celebrating the strength, beauty, resilience, and creativity of woman...
Young teacher’s life at a standstill due to rare syndrome
Isabella Ballantyne was born with a rare genetic disorder called Shwachman diamond syndrome (SDS). At the age of four, she was diagnosed with acute...
Local artist plans to share Xhosa traditional music at NAF
Buffalo City’s own Yakha Mlali will take to the National Arts Festival (NAF) stage for the second consecutive year with his original production, lingoma...
Thought-provoking biblical satire may cause offence
Genre: Comedy, drama
The Book of Clarence is not for the faint hearted and is a thought-provoking and engaging film that balances comedy, drama, and...
Streaming platform to honour local filmmakers at first awards ceremony
Local video streaming platform Montywood will be hosting its first annual film awards on Saturday March 2 at the Guild Theatre in East London.
The...
A night of musical brilliance with special guests
Pianist Hayley White is celebrating a lifetime of music prowess with a special recital, A Musical Journey, at the Guild Theatre on Thursday February 22.
The...
EL designer bringing traditional Xhosa look to New York catwalk
East London fashion designer Onwaba Mleve will showcase her stunning designs at New York Fashion Week in February this year.
The proud owner of Zazi...
Hutchinson’s new thriller hits shelves
Andrew Hutchison’s daring crime thriller series, Unckle, has returned to the bookshelves this month, with the second release entitled Unckle: The Legacy.
The book, which...
No-one puts on better weddings than Buffalo City vendors
According to this month’s Wedding and Function Magazine, Buffalo City vendors are the best at pulling off top-notch weddings, with East London wedding singers...
EL-born actress shines in BBC drama
Internationally acclaimed East London actress Masali Baduza has made a name for herself starring in the lead role on the British series Noughts and...
Jo Jackson dance showcase takes you on journey around world
ROSA-KAROO LOEWE
Performers are bringing the world of dance back home, celebrating the diversity of cultural performance as part of the annual showcase from the...
Exhibition aims to debunk stereotypes in African healing
Ukuthwasa is an SA term for the calling to become an indigenous healer or a sangoma and it is a practice that draws from...
Greatest works of the age to be performed at Guild
Popular East London pianists Jacques du Plessis and Germaine Gamiet are preparing for their concert, Piano 4 Hands, at the Guild Theatre on Tuesday...
Misfortune favours the poor while rich thrive
Genre: Thriller, crime
Your Lucky Day shines as an intriguing thriller with an outstanding leading performance from Angus Cloud in one of his final roles.
After...
CVD Framers unveils ‘A3 and Smaller’ art exhibition
East London’s art scene is bursting with creativity for the festive season as CVD Framers opens its annual art exhibition, “A3 and Smaller” this...
Mural on Devereux Avenue highlights local legacy
Local architect and artist Nathan Sanaan has spent the year spraying the city in colour, with murals in Berea, Southernwood and Nahoon that celebrate...
Quilters guild show celebrates 34 years of beautiful designs
The East Coast Quilters Guild (ECQG) will be hosting a Quilt show at the Courtney Latimer Hall at East London Museum from Friday, November...
Artist embarks on new professional ventures
Renowned fine art photographer Marlene Neumann, in collaboration with Ann Bryant Art Gallery, will be hosting her first and last local exhibition, entitled Full...
Comedy couple shares survival tips at Bulletproof show
Comedy duo Lisa Bobbert and Aaron Mcilroy are bringing their hilarious cabaret comedy show 'Bulletproof’ to the Guild Theatre from 24 – 26 October....
Rare hybrid wins best orchid on show
This year’s Gonubie Orchid Society Show, held on October 21, saw society President Elize Cloete earn a preliminary award from the SA Orchid Council...
Artist revitalises Buffalo City with beautiful murals
When local artist Nkokheli Mzimba was granted the opportunity to paint parts of Buffalo City, he saw it as a chance to not only...
Former Freshlyground members to bring ‘African cowboy’ sound to EL
The Congo Cowboys are known worldwide for their blend of traditional African and country tunes, and they’re bringing their electrifying performance to East London...
Teenage poets claim top two places in writers’ contest
Three talented writers have been announced as the winners of the Vrij and Karuna Harry Young Writers’ Competition.
Holly Webb from Merrifield College won the...
Mixed media exhibition reflects on childhood
The Ukunqwena art exhibition will showcase artwork from local artists at the Ann Bryant Art Gallery on Thursday October 19.
Sango Filita, Lukhanyo Muluse, and...
Fashion Week — where style meets art
In a celebration of style, creativity, and innovation, the eighth annual East London Fashion Week (ELFW) 2023 is poised to dazzle fashion enthusiasts once...
Veteran potter shares her philosophical approach
Pottery is inextricable from who Lesley-Anne Hoets is and, after spending close to 60 years enmeshed in clay and creativity, she has stored up...
Mural beautifies city, boosts artists,Artwork focuses on history, future of automotive...
The BMW mural art project concluded on September 30, and the 12m-long wall outside the dealership in Berea has been transformed into a burst...
EL majorettes crowned two-time world champs
Three East London majorettes recently traveled to Croatia to represent the country the country and returned with excellent results.
Onwabe Mbanjwa, Ilke de Lange, and...
EL pageant contestant breaks stigmas as he heads to Panama for...
Mawande Qeqe has been named as the proud SA representative of the Mr Universe International 2023 pageant next month in Panama City.
The 38-year-old began...
Asante models for SA on New York runway
At just 14 years of age, Asante Tofi is taking the fashion and modeling world by storm by strutting her stuff on the New...
Poetry event to appeal to all, keep needed art alive
Poets from all over East London are set to unite on stage at the upcoming Ziveze Mbongi Poetry Concert later this year.
The show will...
Popular miniature Peep Show Exhibition stretches artists’ creativity
The annual Peep Show Exhibition showcasing the beauty and intricacy of miniature artworks, hosted by the East London Fine Art Society, opens on September...
Go People – Tayla Venter
This week we chat to Tayla Venter about her printing business, Beneath The Bark.
Q: What services do you offer?
A: I personalise everything. From printing...
GO Review – Barbie
Genre: Adventure, fantasy, comedy
A whimsical and empowering adventure for all ages, complete with every shade of pink imaginable, the Barbie movie has been one...
GO People – Fran Stassen
We chat to Fran Stassen, a ceramic artist, who turned her hobby into a business called Fran Made.
What do you do?
During the day I’m...
Riley’s to auction off local artworks
Leading African auction house, Riley’s Auctioneers will go live on May 27 with an international art auction featuring 31 artworks by 21 Eastern Cape...
