MLANGENI, ENNOCK

uMfazi by Ennock Mlangeni was initially created to  comment on the changing traditional roles women are  expected to fulfill once they're married and become  wives. The artist used newspaper as a common household item, the manner in which is it used, speaks to  how women in the past were expected to take care of the  household, a role which restricted them in their desire to  be financially independent.

After hosting our private walkabout, the woman depicted  in this artwork now represents strength, resilience and pride. Our viewers noted that her eyes carry no sorrow  but a sense of determination to occupy space and be respected as uMfazi.