Langelihle Mawela || Mthembu.

Tittle || Alkebulan, Her Divine Femininity.

In this painting, Africa is embodied as a maternal figure, her arms outstretched, releasing diamonds into the air – a poignant reminder of the continent’s rich resources. Yet, her eyes tell a story of anguish, a lament for the lives lost, and the injustices endured. This painting is a heartfelt cry, a grieving process for the bloodshed, and the struggles of the people of Congo, Sudan, and beyond. With every brushstroke, I remembered the resilience and suffering of the children of the soil, who toil in the land that feeds the world, yet remains impoverished. ‘Alkebulan’ is a tribute to Africa’s strength, beauty, and the unyielding spirit of its people.

Acrylic on canvas.
80cm x 90cm
2024-2025
©️ Langelihle Mawela.

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