
Zinkplaat are an Afrikaans band from South Africa and have a new nifty CD packaging designed by Fanakalo a design studio also based in SA. Pretty great concept to reveal the album art work by scratching-it-off.
New Scratch CD packaging for Zinkplaat
November 4, 2009 · Leave a Comment
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Dries Van Noten adds African Print to his Spring 2010 Collection
November 4, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Check out Van Noten new collectionof inspired African patterns. I’m not a big fan of patterns – but this is lovely.
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How Nuru Works
November 3, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Typography essay via Motionographer. For more see Nuru International.
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Warm Heart of Africa
November 3, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Esau Mwamwaya gets more collaborative and hot! With 2 British producer cohorts, and a new album on the way, you’ll find his new songs quite great. Especially the Warm Heart of Africa featuring Vampire Weekend’s Ezra Koenig. He has a few shows this week in the states. Go see him if you are in Philly or NYC. His show Sunday night in Boston was spectacular.
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Artsworld!
August 18, 2009 · Leave a Comment
A good ol’ friend Tim hosted this show and showcases some lovely insight to the now returned colourful graffiti of matatu’s on the streets of Nairobi. Enjoy.
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Neil Blomkamp brings you District 9
August 4, 2009 · Leave a Comment
I forget to mention this, but the anticipation is at nigh for this movie. If you’ve seen Alive in Joburg, District 9 appears to be a disturbing, unpredictable thriller. Neil Blomkamp gets remarkable support from Peter Jackson (who funded this movie). Set in South Africa, District 9 extends the short, Alive in Joburg, into an refugee camp of aliens, and human beings are left to figure out what to do with them. For more thrills – see District 9 in theaters August 14th.
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Noisettes on Tour!
August 4, 2009 · Leave a Comment
British indie rock band Noisettes are on tour in select states in the US and then onto their tour in Europe. Shingai Shoniwa the band’s vocalist and bassist hails from Zimbabwe. With Dan Smith (Guitar) and drummer Jamie Morrison, this band makes memorable tunes. I’m thrilled to see them live next week. I’ve long anticipated this after their US tour got cancelled in 2007 but got to see them at CMJ in NYC. Catch them if you’re in one of the 5 cities (New York, Minneapolis, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC), they will be playing in this week and next. Check out more of their videos and songs here. Archived NPR interview while on tour in 2007.
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Kay Hassan
August 4, 2009 · Leave a Comment



Kay Hassan doesn’t turn sideways when it comes to observing the street life in Africa. What is often raw and disposed in our minds, he reflects in photography, collage and sculpture. His work is currently being represented by Jack Shainman Gallery.
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Ontwerp updates (New Reel, New Site)
August 4, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Johannesburg motionstudio Ontwerp, have stretched their muscles to prove more than just slick motiongraphics. Their new work ranges from amazing 3D animation & composting to visual effects & film. Check out Anthony Dart Creative Director & Founder’s work on his Behance and a recent interview by Africa Digital Art.
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New single by Just A Band!
July 8, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Really dig the song! Watch this battle unfold! (Watch in HD)
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