Creatives Under Lockdown: Recent Episodes
SABC News and Current Affairs
The coronavirus has had a devastating impact on the entertainment industry with some artists losing their jobs because of the lockdown to curb the spread of the virus. Creatives Under COVID-19 Lockdown is a SABC feature which focuses on issues artists are dealing with.
Self-taught pen artist Zwelakhe Ngobese says he plans to have his studio to share his talent with other aspiring artists.
The music group Wacha Mkhukhu became the first ZCC group this year to nominated for a SAMA.
Dendele plans to release his album in November after releasing several singles including Dhembe
Hailing from GaRankuwa, musician Focalistic shares his musical journey. His live stay at home concert will be streamed live today on @streams1606.
Musician, Tzafenda will be releasing his new single titled 'it's all right' on 31 July. He shares his musical journey.
Siphokazi Jonas is one of the three women who respond to the prevalence of gender-based violence in the theatre production #wearedyinghere. She is the first poet to perform at the spoken word event Rhetoric in the United States. The first Cape Town slam champion is also the director and producer of the production Around the Fire.
Kabelo Letshwene decided to pursue fine art after being advised by his high school teacher. So far, his work has been showcased in local and international galleries.
Shade decided to be a solo artist after being a backing vocalist for several gospel artists. He shares the problems he encountered along the way.
Musician Tribute Mboweni shares the story behind her single with DJ Ganyani, Tsokombela. She also shares her musical journey.
Thabo Malema, who has featured in local and international films shares his journey. He was part of the historic movie Kalushi and currently plays Mfazwe in SABC 's series Lithapo.
South African Institute of Race Relations Analyst Gabriel Crouse says artists need to spend prudently so that they can survive rainy days.