Hairitage - Shaningwa Vahekeni is printed with archival inks on Fine Art Photographic Paper with a gloss finish. This work is printed with a white border. For artworks A4-A3 the border is 1.5cm. For artworks A2-A0 the border is 2cm. The individuals depicted in this series will receive 10% of the proceeds from each acquisition. The proceeds will subsequently be accrued and distributed by the artist.

Installation Images from Nziweni's 2025 Hairitage exhibition at the Albany History Museum in Makhanda, South Africa. The artwork printed is A1 in scale. Image Cr. Ntikana Ramohlale. Courtesy of the artist. The artwork in the rendering is A0 in scale framed in a teak box frame. The artwork in the final video is A3 in scale. 

Please note that some renderings may be digitally generated and that the frame colour and dimensions represented therein are approximate. As such, these renderings are intended for visual reference only.

Lithemba Nziweni is a South African artist and photographer, primarily known for his conceptual photography. His work focuses on themes of identity, self-expression, and cultural heritage, often exploring how hair, particularly Black hair, acts as a symbol of personal and collective history. The Hairitage series gained recognition for its poignant reflection on the cultural significance of hair, examining how it functions as both a personal and political statement within the context of African identity. 

Nziweni's art challenges societal norms and expectations surrounding beauty, while celebrating diversity and embracing self-expression. His work has been integrated into the curriculum at Rhodes University, where Hairitage is studied in the 'Photography of the Global South' module. Through his photography, Lithemba Nziweni elevates conversations about representation, tradition, and the modern-day experiences of people of African descent.