Mthokozisi

CCAC #: 0535
Artwork title: Mthokozisi
Artist(s): Velaphi Mzimba
Year made: 2017
Artwork type: Painting
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Dimensions (mm): 1600 x 1340 x 10
Framed dimensions (in mm): 1600 x 1340 x 10
Source: Donated by Senzo Dingaan and Khwezi Dingaan in June 2019, Youth Month
Year acquired: 2019
Installation type: Movable artwork
Current location: On a travelling exhibition
Exhibitions: A LUTA CONTINUA: Reflecting on 30 years of democracy through the CCAC - National Arts Festival, Makhanda - 20 to 30 June 2024
A LUTA CONTINUA: Reflecting on 30 years of democracy through the CCAC - William Humphreys Art Gallery, Kimberley - 1 August to 7 September 2024
A LUTA CONTINUA: Reflecting on 30 years of democracy through the CCAC - KZNSA Gallery, Durban - 27 September - 10 November 2024
Signage:

The unwavering gaze of a young child is a powerful reminder to the viewer to take their responsibilities seriously when it comes to protecting children’s rights. This painting was gifted to the CCAC by the grandchildren of the late Justice Skweyiya in recognition of the judgments that he handed down about children’s rights.

Constitutional links: Rights of Children (section 28 of the Constitution)
Related constitutional cases: C & Others v Department of Health and Social Development, Gauteng & others (2012)

CCAC 435126

Photographer: Unrecorded
Photo copyright: Consult with CCT curatorial team
Artwork copyright: Estate of the artist

Judges' interviews mentioning this artwork

Justice Steven Majiedt
Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga

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