I art directed and designed a book project by Buntu Fihla and Dr Zingisa Nkosinkulu that offers a unique perspective on graffiti as a tool for social change. The book is written in the form of a conversation interview, providing readers with a first-hand account of the Dlala Indima graffiti project and its impact on marginalised communities in the Eastern Cape Province.

Graffiti is often seen as a form of vandalism, but “Dlala Indima” aims to challenge this perception by highlighting the positive impact that graffiti can have on society. As an art form that originates from the street, graffiti has historically been used as a means of expression for marginalized communities. The book examines how graffiti can be used to challenge the oppressive state of the system and enable the marginalised to speak, resist and depict their lived experiences.

Through a combination of storytelling, images, and narratives, the book on “Dlala Indima” offers a historical and philosophical reflection on the meaning and significance of the Dlala Indima projects.