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Sadiki's first published novel Ofhani vying for TBB Award
Ofhani, the debut novel by Emmanuel Sadiki, has been nominated for The Book Behind Awards (TBBA) in the Best Tshivenda Book category.
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A visual artist, Adivhaho Nenweli from Mangondi ha Mahumele uses his artwork to depict the struggles faced by community members. The pictures he draws portray the ongoing battle against the lack of service delivery, such as water shortages.
In his latest artwork, titled “Hardships,” he shows the daily struggles of residents who wake up each day to travel long distances to fetch water with containers. Through his work, Adivhaho seeks to initiate conversations, prompt introspection, and inspire collective action towards meaningful solutions.
Drawing on his first-hand experiences of growing up in an area where service delivery is a significant concern, he utilises his art to create narratives that resonate with his audience. Some of his art depicts people pushing wheelbarrows while carrying water, using donkeys as old wagons, and showcasing impoverished homes.
“I developed a deep sense of empathy from my upbringing in a poor background, where obtaining water meant travelling long distances. Sometimes, we even journeyed to nearby streams to wash clothes. My art reflects these experiences, offering others a glimpse into my past life. Art played a significant role in my life. I created numerous portraits and sold them, enabling me to earn my own income. I painted various buildings and even participated in art exhibitions in Cape Town,” he said.
Adivhaho’s artistic journey commenced at the age of 11 during his primary schooling. With determination guiding him, Adivhaho’s skills flourished, culminating in Grade 7 when his sketches began to resonate truly with others.
“Under the mentorship of my father’s brother, Dr Mpho Nenweli, I pursued part-time art classes at Thohoyandou Art and Culture Centre in 2016. Guided by experienced artists like Mr Avhashoni Mainganye and Kenneth Thabo, I deepened my passion for art and honed my skills,” he said.
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A visual artist, Adivhaho Nenweli from Mangondi Hamahumela, depicts the struggles faced by community members in his artwork. Photo: Thembi Siaga.
By: Thembi Siaga
Thembi Siaga started as an intern during 2021. He assisted with video photography and editing. He also produced numerous small documentaries, focusing on the Vhembe region and its people. Currently he works as a freelance journalist, covering stories in the Elim area.
Thembi studied at the Tshwane University of Technology, where he completed his diploma in Journalism in 2021.
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Ofhani, the debut novel by Emmanuel Sadiki, has been nominated for The Book Behind Awards (TBBA) in the Best Tshivenda Book category.
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