Research Experience Discussion by Heinke Butt

Join local artist Heinke Butt on 18 November at 2pm for a talk about her life during apartheid and how that influenced her to commence her PhD journey. She will talk about her research, and the deep insights into the how the women of the Ndzundza Ndebele tribe became the custodians of their unique cultural identity in the face of adverse conditions they endured for over 2000 years.

In conjunction with The Ndebele Women of South Africa Exhibition on view 18 October - 25 November 2023

Heinke explores how the garment is used as an object of creative expression by Ndzundza Ndebele women, and how historical events have shaped their cultural identity.
Uncover how Ndzundza Ndebele women use the garment as visual language to express their cultural identity in the contemporary landscape of South Africa.

Dr Esther Mahlangu in front of her house – image Heinke Butt 2022