{"id":8689,"date":"2025-06-05T15:57:32","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T13:57:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=8689"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:32:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:32:29","slug":"gauteng-creatives-decorex-capetown-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/gauteng-creatives-decorex-capetown-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Gauteng&#8217;s Creative Pulse Takes Centre Stage at Decorex Cape Town 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>South Africa\u2019s design scene is bursting with innovation, and at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.decorex.co.za\/cape-town\/en-gb.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Decorex Cape Town 2025<\/a><\/strong>, Gauteng\u2019s top creative entrepreneurs are making sure the country takes notice. From 5 to 8 June, five standout SMMEs from the province will exhibit at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cticc.co.za\/whats_on_events\/decorex-cape-town-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)<\/a><\/strong>. They will showcase work that fuses heritage, sustainability, and bold contemporary design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Curated under the banner of <strong>Stand W01<\/strong>, this cohort represents more than just business. It reflects a growing creative economy driven by purpose, culture, and local ingenuity. Supported by the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourism.gov.za\/Pages\/home.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Department of Tourism<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/\">Gauteng Tourism Authority<\/a><\/strong>, and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dsbd.gov.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Department of Small Business Development<\/a><\/strong>, each participant brings a unique perspective. Their contributions range from handcrafted ceramics in Hammanskraal to fine art inspired by migration and justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a buyer, collector, or curious design lover, this is your chance to meet the makers shaping the future of Gauteng\u2019s creative industry \u2014 one piece at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ALSO READ:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/vaal-wine-route-2025\/\">Vaal Wine Route at Emerald Resort &amp; Casino: Sip, Savor, and Celebrate South Africa\u2019s Finest Wines<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-spotlight-on-gauteng-s-creative-entrepreneurs\">Spotlight on Gauteng\u2019s Creative Entrepreneurs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image-17-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image-17-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image-17-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image-17-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image-17-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image-17.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From recycled metals and Afro-centric glass to powerful printmaking and Hammanskraal ceramics. Gauteng\u2019s creative entrepreneurs are making bold impressions at Decorex Cape Town 2025. Thanks to the support of the Department of Tourism, Gauteng Tourism Authority, and Department of Small Business Development, five outstanding SMMEs are showcasing their talent, innovation, and local flair at Stand W01.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meet the creatives who are turning raw inspiration into tangible design, fine art, and future-facing business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-4182841813\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lebo-m-jewellery\">LEBO M JEWELLERY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Artisan Jewellery with a Heritage Heart<\/strong><br><em>Germiston, Gauteng<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C_zyElKuAKi\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\"width:100%; max-width:540px; margin:auto;\">\n<\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded by <strong>Lebo Mabuya<\/strong>, LEBO M JEWELLERY blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. Her bespoke pieces \u2014 often crafted from <strong>recycled silver and copper<\/strong>\u2014reflect African identity, heritage, and personal narrative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The brand\u2019s signature is <strong>hand-sawed silhouettes<\/strong> and <strong>symbolic motifs<\/strong>, making each item a wearable artwork with cultural resonance. With a growing reputation among collectors and stylists alike, Lebo\u2019s creations add elegance to fashion while telling stories rooted in home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-jst-pati-glass\">Jst Pati Glass<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Afro-Centric Glass with a Purpose<\/strong><br><em>Prison Break Market, Midrand<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DDHKIxko02Y\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\"width:100%; max-width:540px; margin:auto;\">\n<\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>As <strong>South Africa\u2019s first Black-owned glass art company<\/strong>, Jst Pati Glass is on a mission to redefine the industry. Founded by <strong>Kgotso Pati<\/strong>, the brand creates decorative and functional glassware inspired by African culture and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From vibrant <strong>recycled glass pieces<\/strong> to <strong>glass art workshops<\/strong> for underprivileged youth, the company blends beauty, business, and social impact. Their offerings appeal to the <strong>interior design market<\/strong> and tourists seeking locally made treasures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Decorex, expect bold glass expressions that reflect identity, innovation, and eco-conscious creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CHECK OUT:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/youth-day-events-gauteng-2025\/\">June 16 Commemorations in Gauteng: What to Expect This Youth Day 2025<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-925219501\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-arts-company-soweto-tacs\">The Arts Company Soweto (TACS)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Printmaking, Branding &amp; Creative Development Rooted in Ubuntu<\/strong><br><em>Mofolo Art Centre, Soweto<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theartscompany.co.za\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Phumelele-Tshabalala-763x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theartscompany.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Arts Company Soweto<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 2016 and formally registered in 2018, <strong>TACS<\/strong> was established to revive <strong>printmaking<\/strong> in communities where it had been historically marginalised. Led by <strong>Molefe Thwala<\/strong> and <strong>Thabo Motseki<\/strong>, the organisation mentors artists, runs workshops, and provides professional design services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TACS has worked with major names such as <strong>Sanlam<\/strong>, <strong>City of Johannesburg<\/strong>, and <strong>Black Management Forum<\/strong>. They offer branding, portfolio development, and artist representation. Their flat organisational structure reflects their values: <strong>collaboration, integrity, commitment, and innovation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Expect high-calibre prints, educational resources, and bold visuals that celebrate creative self-determination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-thomas-ceramics\">Thomas Ceramics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Handcrafted Clayware with a Local Soul<\/strong><br><em>Carousel View, Hammanskraal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DJeFVO5KCL9\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\"width:100%; max-width:540px; margin:auto;\">\n<\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thomas Sithembiso<\/strong>, the founder of Thomas Ceramics, creates soulful, handcrafted ceramic pieces. These pieces include <strong>vases to flower pots, mugs, and cake plates<\/strong>. With a growing local following, his work is rooted in everyday functionality and handmade authenticity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From his Hammanskraal studio, Thomas molds each object with care\u2014bringing a tactile, human feel to interiors. His display at Decorex showcases the warmth and precision of artisanal production in the North West Gauteng corridor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1871393074\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gm-art\">GM Art<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fine Art That Challenges, Heals &amp; Belongs<\/strong><br><em>The Vaal, Gauteng<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DJE_iDvsPIc\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\"width:100%; max-width:540px; margin:auto;\">\n<\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Born in <strong>Jane Furse, Limpopo<\/strong>, and raised in <strong>Sasolburg<\/strong>, <strong>Rametse Gilbert Maepa<\/strong> is an accomplished visual artist and part-time lecturer at the <strong>Vaal University of Technology<\/strong>. His works\u2014spanning <strong>drawing, painting, and printmaking<\/strong>\u2014examine <strong>migration, class conflict, time, and hope<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A major highlight in his career came in <strong>2023<\/strong>. He won the <strong>Constitutional Court Art Collection (CCAC) student competition<\/strong>. His work is now part of South Africa\u2019s most symbolically important art collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maepa\u2019s presence at Decorex offers a deeper layer to design: one that is introspective, activist, and profoundly human.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-visit-stand-w01\">Why Visit Stand W01?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These five entrepreneurs don\u2019t just <strong>sell products<\/strong> \u2014 they offer <strong>narratives, innovation, and vision<\/strong> from across Gauteng\u2019s diverse creative economy. From heritage jewellery and glass recycling to mentorship-driven design and collectible art, their work speaks of resilience, purpose, and world-class talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re looking for a unique home piece, an art investment, or a glimpse into tomorrow\u2019s design leaders, <strong>Stand W01 is not to be missed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Find them at:<\/strong> <em>Stand W01, Hall 4<\/em><br><strong>Event Dates:<\/strong> <em>5\u20138 June 2025<\/em><br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> <em>Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)<\/em><br><strong>Supported by:<\/strong> <em>Gauteng Tourism Authority | Department of Small Business Development | Department of Tourism<\/em><br><strong>Event Info:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.decorex.co.za\/cape-town\/en-gb.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.decorex.co.za\/cape-town<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>South Africa\u2019s design scene is bursting with innovation, and at Decorex Cape Town 2025, Gauteng\u2019s top creative entrepreneurs are making sure the country takes notice. 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