uMuthiMAYCHE
A rehearsal space, podium, and tuck-shop for local musicians.
Initiator(s)
Raw Foundation
Description
Raw built a small construction working with the community in Cato Manor, in Durban. It was rehearsal space that opens up as a small podium and tuck-shop. uMuthiMAYCHE was activated for the local musicians to use as their platform.
Goals
The aim was to utilise the space in between the government houses and build a prototype for community structures.
Beneficial outcomes
The place is still in use and the local council started negotiations for more similar interventions.
Location
South Africa
Users
Raw Foundation, Dala (artists/activist group), Sukuma Arts Center, VEGA, Area Base Management, Musicians, inhabitants of Cato Manor.
Maintained by
The Netherlands Architectural Fund
Duration
2009 - ongoing
Category
Scientific
Pedagogical
Politics
Urban Development
Economy
Environment
Social
