The coronavirus has had a devastating impact on the entertainment industry with some artists losing their jobs because of the lockdown to curb the spread of the virus. Creatives Under COVID-19 Lockdown is a SABC feature which focuses on issues artists are dealing with.
Latest episodes
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6 min
Pen artist Zwelakhe Ngobese talks about his craft
Self-taught pen artist Zwelakhe Ngobese says he plans to have his studio to share his talent with other aspiring artists.
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7 min
Wacha Mkhukhu on struggle for recognition in the music industry
The music group Wacha Mkhukhu became the first ZCC group this year to nominated for a SAMA.
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8 min
Music artist Dendele aims to inspire people to be proactive
Dendele plans to release his album in November after releasing several singles including Dhembe
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7 min
Musician Focalistic, King Sacrimima talks about his virtual concert
Hailing from GaRankuwa, musician Focalistic shares his musical journey. His live stay at home concert will be streamed live today on @streams1606.
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8 min
Musician Tzafenda talks about his new single titled 'it's all right'
Musician, Tzafenda will be releasing his new single titled 'it's all right' on 31 July. He shares his musical journey.
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23 min
Siphokazi Jonas shares her journey on being a poet, writer and director
Siphokazi Jonas is one of the three women who respond to the prevalence of gender-based violence in the theatre production #wearedyinghere. She is the first poet to perform at the…
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22 min
Young artist Kabelo Letshwene talks about fine art
Kabelo Letshwene decided to pursue fine art after being advised by his high school teacher. So far, his work has been showcased in local and international galleries.
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19 min
Musician Shade talks about the challenges of being an independent artist
Shade decided to be a solo artist after being a backing vocalist for several gospel artists. He shares the problems he encountered along the way.
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16 min
Musician Tribute Mboweni speaks about her collaboration with DJ Ganyani
Musician Tribute Mboweni shares the story behind her single with DJ Ganyani, Tsokombela. She also shares her musical journey.
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11 min
Actor Thabo Malema shares his experiences of being part of local and international productions
Thabo Malema, who has featured in local and international films shares his journey. He was part of the historic movie Kalushi and currently plays Mfazwe in SABC 's series Lithapo.
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10 min
SAIRR Analyst discusses artists' finances
South African Institute of Race Relations Analyst Gabriel Crouse says artists need to spend prudently so that they can survive rainy days.