The Pre Release explored the streets to produce a celebration of creative women in South Africa. The video explores two women ; delving into their experiences not only as women but as creatives in Africa. Each of these trailblazers have faced similar challenges and hurdles, overcoming them to rise in their respective fields.
Azania Forest is a young artist who is unapologetically herself in all aspects of life. Born with a different voice to others - art. She uses her art to speak to society on issues close to her heart. Azania owns a magazine titled Azania Magazine and has passion for fine arts and a desire to change opinions on black woman and that’s exactly what she is doing, She is strong, motivated and determined and this is why she’s a phenomenal woman.
Palesa Maretlane is a young woman with an uncompromising drive for success. Having started the MSU Market in Lesotho alongside her long-time friend in March 2016.She has spearheaded the market into rapid growths over a space of only a year! But what’s truly inspiring about this status quo breaking woman, is her ability to use the negative influences in life, such as depression to motivate herself to go out there and do something! A multi-talented woman that has successfully managed to balance the demanding life of a student, whilst also attending to her creative and business endeavours. Palesa continues to achieve great feats and doing it all with a smile on her face!
