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Woza Moya African Arts Gallery

Welcome to Woza Moya’s Artists & Exhibitions page. Explore our current, upcoming, and past exhibitions, and meet the talented artists behind the work.
 
We have a wonderful African arts gallery above our Woza Moya shop in Hillcrest which we use to showcase the work of local South African artists and crafters. It is an extension of our downstairs shop, and we encourage all customers to climb the stairs and explore the treasures it holds.
 
 

Present Exhibitions

Ink Drawings By Nhlakanipho Goba

Born and raised in KwaNyuswa, Durban, Nhlakanipho Goba brings his childhood memories and quiet observations of the world to life on the page. The walls are filled with attentive drawings — faces that meet your gaze, animals that feel almost present, and moments gently pulled from memory. Using the humble ballpoint pen, an object most of us associate with school desks and office drawers, Goba transforms an everyday tool into something deeply expressive.

Ballpoint pen is an unforgiving medium. There are no second chances, no erasing — only layers of patient mark-making built over time. Each drawing reveals hours of focused work as tone and depth emerge through countless lines. This careful process mirrors the way memory itself is formed: gradually, thoughtfully, and with intention. Because we all know the feel of a pen in our hands, the work feels immediately accessible, yet the detail and precision draw us closer in quiet awe.
 
Goba’s drawings explore people and animals with equal sensitivity, reflecting his interest in observation. As an introverted observer, he watches closely, capturing expressions, gestures, and presence with honesty and care. The exhibition becomes a gentle reflection on patience, and the beauty that can be found in slowing down and truly looking.
 
Click on this link for a full catalogue of his work: https://wozamoya.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/catalog.pdf
 

Upcoming Exhibitions

New exhibitions are currently in development. Details will be announced soon.

Past Exhibitions

A Language Without Words

Art, creativity, and inspiration converges in a celebration of photography and colourful paintings. 

Nqobile’s huge, colourful paintings adorned with beads, are sure to captivate visitors with their boldness and intricate craftsmanship.  The photographic series, which evokes nostalgia with its dark tones and depiction of childhood games familiar to South Africans. Both these works spark conversations and reflections, showcasing the artist’s attention to detail.

Curated by Mnqobi Buthelezi, this exhibition, takes audiences on a journey from dark, black-and-white photographs to bright, contemporary paintings, some beaded and stretched on large canvas. The striking layout of the artworks and props really bring this exhibition to life.

From Shadows to Spectrum

Art, creativity, and inspiration converges in a celebration of photography and colourful paintings. 

Nqobile’s huge, colourful paintings adorned with beads, are sure to captivate visitors with their boldness and intricate craftsmanship.  The photographic series, which evokes nostalgia with its dark tones and depiction of childhood games familiar to South Africans. Both these works spark conversations and reflections, showcasing the artist’s attention to detail.

Curated by Mnqobi Buthelezi, this exhibition, takes audiences on a journey from dark, black-and-white photographs to bright, contemporary paintings, some beaded and stretched on large canvas. The striking layout of the artworks and props really bring this exhibition to life.

Behind Closed Doors

An exhibition that explores aspects of history in Durban, mental health, gender and sexuality, sparking meaningful conversations and connections. Curated by Nomfundo Khathi, with artists; Sinethemba Ndimande, Masibulele Nako, and Manelisi Nene.

Masibulele Nako is a photographer from Ngqwabeni, Eastern Cape, South Africa, who began creating art in 2021 after being inspired by Zanele Muholi and Brook Didonato. Nako’s work honors her roots and reflects her surrealist photography practice, addressing themes like mental illness and identity. One image features a ghostly figure covered in a patterned sheet, symbolising the silent struggles of women facing mental illness and societal pressure.
Sinethemba Ndimande is an artist from Umlazi, Durban, embracing both her masculinity and femininity without being limited by gender stereotypes. Her work challenges traditional gender norms.
Manelisi Nene, is a photographer from Zwelibovu, KZN. He is inspired by abstract expressionism and Olga Karlovac, he aims to document street life and important moments for future generations. His art reflects the vibrancy of Durban and the newfound freedom to pursue dreams post-apartheid.
 
Exhibition of beadwork-covered round panels make by rural Zulu crafters.

Round Abouts Beadwork Exhibition

An exhibition of circular beaded wall panels held in the Woza Moya African Art Gallery
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Under the Sea exhibition in the Woza Moya African Art Category.

Under the Sea Exhibition 1

Our Under the Sea Exhibition 1 opened with a lot of excitement on Friday 19 April 2024. A big THANK...
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Reflections Exhibition June/July 2022

The Reflections Exhibition is by a group of artists, including Maggie Strachan, Joan Martin, Lara Mellon and Ana Pereira de...
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Christmas Exhibition – December 2021

Visit the Christmas Exhibition at Woza Moya, Hillcrest AIDS Centre Trust, 26 Old Main Rd, Hillcrest. Entrance is FREE. The...
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