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[…]’Shadow’ does not carry the same image or meaning as seriti or is’thunzi. The word in Sotho and Zulu is difficult to pin down to any single meaning. In everyday use seriti or is’thunzi can mean anything from aura, presence, dignity, confidence, power, spirit, essence, status and or wellbeing.
The words in the vernacular also imply the experience of
being loved or feared. One’s seriti / is’thunzi can be positive or negative and can exert a powerful influence. Having a good or bad seriti / is’thunzi depends on the caprice of enemies, witches, relatives both dead and living, friends or associations, and on circumstance or time. Having and defending one’s own seriti / is’thunzi from evil forces or attacking the seriti / is’thunzi of one’s perceived enemies preoccupies and torments many African people. Those Africans who disdain these notions are at least aware of seriti / is’thunzi. Especially the elite, when they engage in conversation with white South Africans, they often deny this black African consciousness.

Santu Mofokeng

“Rumors/2026” curated by Same Mdluli along with Lunetta Bartz at the Standard Bank Art Lab in Sandton.

@santumofokengfoundation @standardbankarts

Photos:
In the exhibition presented by Fnac in Bamako in December 1998, during the 3* Rencontres de la Photographie Africaine. ©Boubacar Touré

Santu Mofokeng/ 20.03.1998 ©Roger Dohmen

#photographer-researcher #bamako #fnac #prints/proyection taken in Johannesburg, South Africa by @sametheone1

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14 days ago

Today we are honored to be part of the @joyofjazz_ Ignite her Soul, we are Appreciating Mam ABIGAIL KHUBEKA proudly by @standardbanksa @standardbankarts

#VibesOnVirtue ##JoyOfJazz #IgniteHerSoul #AbigailKhubeka taken in Midrand, Gauteng by @sametheone1

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a month ago

What a privilege and honour to have been selected for the COO Challenge in recognition of future leadership. I started working for Standard Bank in 2018 and never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be here today. It’s been such beautiful journey of growth, learning about myself and the corporate world especially coming from the Humanities…I look forward to the next exciting chapter! #standardbank bestemployer#standardbankarts #INSEADmoments by @sametheone1

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Santu Mofokeng /Rumours 2026
Panel discussion: Legacy and the Role of Artist Estates

A stimulating and informative conversation. May this be the first of many.

#santumofokengfoundation
#standardbankartlab
#santumofokeng by @sametheone1

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2 months ago

Honoured and privileged to have been part of the international nominating committee for the @awitalondon honours in Venice this year.

Marking ten years of supporting women in the arts globally, the AWITA honours list celebrates leaders who have shaped today’s arts landscape and those steering the future. The initiative signals AWITA’s continued commitment to expanding its dynamic global support network.

Selections were made against a clear framework of values that define the organisation’s understanding of cultural leadership today: Generosity & Stewardship, Visionary Perspective, and Impact & Legacy. by @sametheone1

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5 months ago

It’s really a proud and bitter sweet moment to see such a large contingency of South
African artists represented at this year’s biennale. Of course, Koyo was after all based in South Africa before
her untimely passing.
It’s equally a proud moment to see how many #sbya #standardbankyoungartistaward winners are featured
which include:
- ��Mam’Helen Mmakgabo Sebidi
- �Nicholas Hlobo @nicholas_hlobo
- ��Bernie Searle
- ��Kemang Wa Lehulere @kemangwalehulere
- ��Buhlebezwe Siwani @buhlebezwesiwani for whom I contributed an accompanying text
- Gabrielle Goliath @gabriellegoliath
Other SA artists include
- ��Johannes Phokela
- �Thania Petersen @thaniapetersen
- Senzeni Marasela @senzenimarasela
- Nolan Dennis Oswald @data_body #venicebiennale #contemporaryafricanart by @sametheone1

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5 months ago

Hello Venice! 💚🤍❤️ by @sametheone1

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5 months ago

The Rumours /2026 exhibition by renowned South African photographer Santu Mofokeng opened on the 23rd April at the Standard Bank Art Lab i. Nelson Mandela Square a few days before Freedom Day on the 27th of April. A significant exhibition marking the reflection and/or cross road phase South Africa finds itself, the exhibition is a critical moment deliberating on some of Santu’s ideas around photography and the lessons it can teach us.
Lessons on humanity (botho or ubuntu), on humanism and what he referred to as “Seriti” - the essence of a person. I’m honoured and privileged to have worked and collaborated with the @santumofokengfoundation on the project in ensuring Santu’s legacy continues. I hope the exhibition is seen by many while it’s on its run until 18th October. Bring your family, your friends and especially your children. @standardbankarts #makingartpossible by @sametheone1

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5 months ago

To @khwezigule the Guru! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 by @sametheone1

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7 months ago

What an amazing week! Had the privilege of being selected to be part of the Todi Circle fellowship hosted by @rogerballencentre focusing on enriching conversations around African Photography. Thrilled to be part of network that will continue the work of making the medium more visible and accessible to wider audiences particularly in the continent! by @sametheone1

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7 months ago

We had the pleasure of hosting the board of trustees from the @brooklynmuseum at the Standard Bank Art Lab. An amazing group of people, looking forward to future partnerships and collaborations. by @sametheone1

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7 months ago

Dinner at the French Embassy with President Emmanuel Macron! by @sametheone1

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10 months ago