The HANDMADE Trust is a non-profit organisation committed to inspiring and reconnecting the public with traditional South African handcraft and crafting knowledge while recognising, empowering and celebrating the individual crafters who still practice this art form. It focuses on the promotion of South African handcraft practices and the sustainable empowerment of traditional crafters. HANDMADE manages … Read more
Milton Gcwensa – Director. Sukuma Arts and Culture, Cato Manor. Mementoes of past events and photographs of favourite artists jostle for space on the walls of Milton’s small office. These, together with the various awards he has received from both the province of KwaZulu-Natal and the office of the Mayor, illustrate his absolute commitment to … Read more
Mrs Mthembu from Umbumbulu Mrs Mthembu is a woman from Umbumbulu. She started crafting after the death of her husband to make ends meet since her children were still very young. She decided to start a small business using plants (date palm tree) and (umthala) grass that she collects around her area. She makes floor … Read more