Developing and promoting Xhosa artistssince 2019.
Collaborations with over 200 actors, photographers, designers, writers, and tradespeople across Eastern and Western Cape.
Inkcubeko Nezobugcisa (isiXhosa for ‘Culture and Art’) is a registered South African NPO based in Woodstock, Cape Town, with a mission to develop and promote arts and culture, showcase creativity, and support artists as they create sustainable livelihoods. With the generous counsel of our board of directors, and in partnership with private and corporate sponsors, we aim to uplift new talent under the mentorship of experienced arts community members. We advertise and recruit artists, hire educators, and host workshops. Additionally, we organize technical training and business development programmes, commission new artwork and performances, curate gallery exhibits, invite industry guest speakers, and liaise with the press.
Intro to DSLR Photography 2024
Continuing the tradition established by our 2020 DSLR photography training programme, we are excited to offer an enhanced experience for young and aspiring photographers. Building on the success of our previous initiative, this upcoming 4-month journey includes 3 months of intensive DSLR instruction followed by a month dedicated to a public group exhibition and reception in early December. Throughout the programme, participants will dive deep into DSLR techniques with personalized mentorship from industry professionals, detailed technical guidance, challenging assignments, and active group critiques.
Digitalized Possibilities: Seeing Beyond The Imaginarium
Digitalized Possibilities: Seeing Beyond The Imaginarium is a interdisciplinary research project backed by the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme, the Department of Sports, Arts & Culture, and Business of Arts South Africa. This initiative encompasses a publicly available bilingual research report, along with an online exhibition showcasing original digital artworks produced by aspiring women artists.
Umlibo
In December 2022, following Inkcubeko Nezobugcisa's announcement of an Open Call for isiXhosa Short Plays, "Umlibo: An anthology of isiXhosa short plays" was brought to life on the stage in Cape Town, Western Cape. The productions took place on March 16, 17, and 18, featuring the debut of two new original isiXhosa plays and showcasing a total of five newly developed scripts.