(“Moments in Conversation” by Vulindlela
Nyoni)
“The Bill of Rights
forms the basis of South Africa’s democratic dispensation, guaranteeing the
right of equality before the law including the various freedoms fundamental to
a life of mutual respect and dignity.” - Albi Sachs
In recognition and
celebration of Human Rights month, Art for Humanity presents the 2015 Art of
Human Rights print portfolio in a three-week exhibition opening March 8 at the
KwaZulu-Natal Society of Arts (KZNSA).
The AOHR print
portfolio is an initiative that mobilised 29 artists and 27 poets to create
works that reflect and respond to the values and ideals instilled in the South
African Bill of Rights, which is found in Chapter Two of the Constitution. The
artists and poets respectively engage with 27 clauses of the Bill of Rights,
looking at current socio economic issues still prevalent in South Africa’s
democracy.
While aiming to
re-inspire and communicate the meaning and spirit of Human Rights to South
Africans, the collection also engages on issues that threaten the democracy –
issues such as racism, poverty, poor education and lack of access to healthcare
and other scourges.
The collection
features prolific artists and poets such as Virginia McKenny, Busiswa Gqulu,
Andries Botha, Kobus Moolman, Zanele Muholi, Lebo Mashile, Themba Shibase,
Khanyi Shusha and contributing articles from prominent individuals such as Dr
Ahmed Kathrada, Mike Van Graan, Justice Edward Cameron and Jonathan Jansen.
The exhibition runs
from March 9 to 27 at the KZNSA Gallery which is situated at 166 Bulwer Road, Glenwood,
in Durban. More information on 031 277 1705, fax 031 201 8051 or cell 082 220
0368 or visit www.kznsagallery.co.za
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