SANAA South African National Artisan Awards horizontal logo — stylised SA monogram in terracotta and gold with the SANAA wordmarkSANAA 2026Artisan Awards

Gallery

Photos, highlights & speeches

A visual record of gala night and the workshops behind the awards.

Photo gallery

SANAA 2026 committee members grouped in front of the branded awards backdrop
SANAA officials in conversation during a committee meeting in the boardroom
SANAA selection committee chairperson smiling in front of the awards backdrop
Full SANAA 2026 organising committee seated and standing for a group portrait
Two SANAA leaders sharing a light moment before the committee session
SANAA banner reading Changing Artisanal Identity and Status at the venue

Highlights & speeches

HENRI MAFOUMBA: CHAIRPERSON-SANAA SELECTION COMMITTEE

SANAA 2026: First‑Time Nominee Guidance

Deputy Chairperson Nechi Manombe shares key advice:

  • Strong nominations: Present achievements clearly and with impact.
  • Avoid mistakes: Complete all sections, be specific, and meet deadlines.
  • Supporting evidence: Certificates, testimonials, and records make your case stronger.
  • Why SA needs artisans: Skilled artisans fuel innovation, jobs, and national growth.

Let’s celebrate excellence and elevate artisanship across South Africa.

#SANAA2026 #ArtisansOfMzansi #TVETFirstChoice

SABELO BUTHELEZI: CHIEF DIRECTOR-TVET SPECIAL PROJECTS
ZINATHI MBENDENI: SECRETARY GENERAL SANAA COMMITTEE
THAMI NGWENYA: SANAA COMMITTEE MEMBER
FRANCOIS PIENAAR: SANAA COMMITTEE MEMBER
RAJENDRA RAJCOOMAR: SANAA COMMITTEE MEMBER
KULANI BALOYI: SANAA COMMITTEE MEMBER
SIBUSISO HLUBI: SANAA COMMITTEE MEMBER