Nike Air Max Residency at RMB Latitudes

Themba Mwanza is a Johannesburg-based multidisciplinary artist. Born in Mpumalanga, he spent most of his childhood there before relocating to Gauteng. In 2020, he completed a BA in Fine Arts at the University of the Witwatersrand, where he was awarded the Anya Millman Scholarship for Outstanding Work in Fine Art.

During his studies, Mwanza conceived his own iteration of the BMW Art Car series, which was later acquired into BMW’s private art collection and exhibited at NIROX Sculpture Park as part of BMW Art Generation Vol. III in 2025. His practice reflects an interdisciplinary approach to contemporary art, engaging themes of materiality, experimentation, and visual storytelling.

Jordan Bareiss is a Johannesburg-based emerging artist working across digital art, photography, mixed media, and interactive installation. His practice explores the intersection of analogue and digital processes, drawing on mysticism, nostalgia, and the textures of South African landscapes — particularly the Drakensberg — as sites for reflection on memory, materiality, and technological change. Using his own photographic documentation as a foundation, Bareiss constructs works that often resemble recovered artefacts. Through layered textures and digital intervention, he investigates the tension between inherited forms and emerging technologies, considering how the digital can both disrupt and reshape contemporary relationships with the natural world.

Assante Chiweshe is a visual artist working across photography, moving image, and mixed media. Her practice investigates the relationship between the past, present, and future through engagements with memory, identity, lineage, and the family archive, often reconstructing and recontextualising inherited images. Rooted in photography but expanding beyond the still frame, her work explores image-making as a site of reflection, preservation, and transformation. Though early in her contemporary art practice, Assante continues to develop an interdisciplinary language informed by both personal and collective histories.

Khanyisile Masina is an indigenous fashion designer whose work is rooted in cultural exploration and self-taught craftsmanship. After studying Primary Fashion Skills at TUT, she developed a distinct design approach centred around draping — a technique that allows her to intuitively shape garments into bold, avant-garde silhouettes.

Her practice is deeply informed by a journey back to her roots, drawing on indigenous knowledge, tradition, and collaboration with her family. Through her work, she reinterprets the sculptural qualities of ancestral dress while exploring how these forms can evolve into contemporary pieces suited for everyday wear.

Thato Mengwai is a South African fashion designer whose work focuses on contemporary streetwear, with an emphasis on structured silhouettes and functional garments. Drawing inspiration from subcultures and their histories, his practice explores the relationship between heritage and modernity through a refined contemporary aesthetic.

He holds a BA in Fashion Design from the University of Johannesburg, where he developed strong skills in pattern making and garment construction. Thato further gained industry experience through the Nike residency at Magugu House under the mentorship of Thebe Magugu, where he developed and constructed a garment he developed and constructed a garment from concept to completion.

His work aims to merge practicality with thoughtful design, creating garments that are both purposeful and relevant within the evolving landscape of modern streetwear.

Siphesihle Mkhabela is the designer behind “M.S.”, a label founded on the belief that true style does not need to be loud. Based in the south of Johannesburg, South Africa, his approach to design is guided by intention, discipline, and attention to detail.

For Siphesihle, clothing extends beyond fabric; it is an exploration of structure, proportion, and texture — the way a silhouette holds its form, the contrast between satin and knitwear, and the ability of black to convey both weight and softness. Working primarily within a monochrome palette allows him to focus on clean lines, craftsmanship, and presence.

Through M.S., she creates timeless pieces for individuals who value quiet confidence and quality over excess. Each design is rooted in the belief that simplicity, when executed with precision, can speak most powerfully.

Lindokuhle Mdluli is a Johannesburg-based multidisciplinary visual artist and fashion designer. Born in Soweto and currently studying Fashion Design at the University of Johannesburg’s Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, his practice spans garment construction, pattern making, digital illustration, and photography.

His work reflects an interdisciplinary approach to visual storytelling, combining technical skill with creative exploration across both fashion and visual art disciplines.

Yolophonik is an alternative music producer and DJ whose sound moves fluidly across genres, with strong influences rooted in funk, R&B, and hip hop. His music is created for listeners who look beyond charts and mainstream radio to discover sounds that resonate on a deeper level — the kind of listeners who uncover their favourite artists on platforms like Bandcamp and SoundCloud.

His artistry speaks to creatives who believe music is too expansive to be confined to a single genre. By blending elements from different musical styles, Yolophonik creates soundscapes that feel both experimental and deeply personal. His work reflects a spirit of freedom, individuality, and sonic exploration that defines his identity as an artist.

W4DE — with the “4” representing the letter “A” — is an artist from Rondebult, Germiston whose life is deeply rooted in music. For him, music is more than a passion; it is present in every aspect of his daily existence. From a young age, W4DE was heavily influenced by his father and the joy and freedom music brought into his life. Witnessing the emotional impact music could have inspired him to pursue a path dedicated to making others feel that same sense of freedom, happiness, and connection through sound.

Defined by hard-hitting log drums, soft chords and melodies, and heartfelt arrangements, W4DE’s music balances intensity with emotion. His artistic philosophy is captured in one defining statement: Music is his WAY4WARD.

Bongiwe Gule, professionally known as AnchorBee DJ SA, grew up in Soweto within an environment that demanded resilience long before she ever stepped into a studio. Township life did not romanticise struggle — it taught adaptability, foresight, and composure in the face of uncertainty. These formative experiences continue to shape both her artistry and her approach to business.

Her stage name, derived from her own identity, carries symbolic meaning. An anchor represents stability, strength, and grounding. In an industry where artists can easily lose themselves in trends, the name serves as a reminder to remain authentic and rooted. AnchorBee’s sound is deeply influenced by sgidongo and iSgubu within the broader Amapiano landscape. Her basslines are commanding, her log drums unmistakable, yet what truly defines her production style is precision and control rather than sheer volume.

Raised in Soweto and creating in Johannesburg, she draws inspiration directly from the raw energy of the city and the subgenres that shaped her musical foundation. “I think the subgenres of piano like Boots, Zoom, and Bambo are uniquely tied to South African roots because those are the sounds we were exposed to. They originate from sgidongo — that hard bass sound specifically. Even the way we use the log drum, you can hear it comes from the hood.” For AnchorBee, music is more than a career — it is identity, purpose, and life itself. “The reason I create music is that I love music. Music is my life.”

Zango Kubheka is a multidisciplinary creative from the East of Johannesburg whose artistry extends far beyond the boundaries of conventional music production. A respected producer and DJ, he has collaborated with vocalists such as Roho, Blxckie, and Lia Butler, among others.

Zango’s passion for music is reflected in his ability to craft immersive sonic narratives behind the decks. He takes pride not only in transforming ideas from imagination into reality, but also in his refined technical skill across both music production and DJing.

His journey is one of continuous evolution. Every performance becomes an opportunity to guide audiences through stories of reflection, celebration, and emotional connection. By balancing familiar anthems with unexpected selections, Zango creates immersive experiences that remind listeners of music’s power to inspire, heal, and unite. Rooted in personal and artistic growth, Zango uses his platform to bridge cultural divides and foster connection on the dance floor. Whether performing in intimate spaces or on largescale stages, he invites audiences into a world of musical exploration and boundless creativity — a philosophy he describes as “taking the long way home.”