The Chinas (2008)
posted by Ismail Farouk at Monday, February 04, 2008
My latest work, "The Chinas" was presented at the opening of the .ZA Young Art from South Africa show which opened in Siena Italy this weekend. Without saying too much, the work deals with the debates around the evictions in the suburb of Bertrams as a result of the upcoming 2010 world cup.
There are many stakeholders involved in the area. There seems to be conflicting agendas and dreams for the future of the area. What is apparent is that the suburb is not being designed for the poorer residents who are being pushed out without viable alternatives.
A special thanks to Zack Sejaphala for conducting the interviews in Zulu and to "The Chinas" for welcoming me into their homes and hearts.
How do you feel about the shape of things to come in Joburg?
Labels: "social exclusion", 2010, Bertrams, Citizenship, Community, Creative Response, Exhibitions
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2 Comments
i like joburg, and am pretty positive, power cuts and all, however i wish people would think out of the box more.
14 February 2008 12:37
I like Joburg too but today I walked around Joubert Park and witnessed unprovoked police brutality. I was left feeling depressed and on the edge. Did not enjoy the park at all. Joburg can be really unfriendly, esp if you are not a SA citizen.
14 February 2008 01:29
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