In the century-old statues that occupy Cape Town, Sethembile Mzesane didn't see anything that looked like her own reality. So she became a living sculpture herself, standing for hours on end in public spaces dressed in symbolic costumes, to reclaim the city and its public spaces for her community. In this powerful, tour-de-force talk, she shares the stories and motivation behind her mesmerizing performance art.

Sethembile Msezane: Living sculptures that stand for history's truths

Living sculptures that stand for history's truths

Exploring the invisibility of black women in public spaces, the act of reclaiming these areas sparks crucial societal reflection.

The removal of the Cecil John Rhodes statue illuminates the power of performance art to challenge historical narratives and racial divides.

Performance art challenges public space narratives, revealing the underrepresentation and invisibility of black women in history.