Another Light Up

The multi-storey artwork provides a visual feedback loop for those who view it; the wall lights up at night each time enough money is raised for one new light to be installed in a pathway of the informal settlement of Monwabisi Park in Khayelitsha, through the organisation VPUU (Violence Prevention through Urban Upgrading).

The intricate lighting pattern is an artistic endeavour that also serves as a reminder that there are communities in the city that lack the luxury of light, which is a major public safety concern.

“We speak so much of the lack of abundance, of neglect and depravity. There is such a serious lack of sustenance and substance, of understanding in South Africa. This image ('Harvest') is a reversal of that," says Faith47.

Since the launch of the project, which was made possible by the organisation VPUU (Violence Prevention through Urban Upgrading), we’ve been tracking its progress and now we want to bring you an update and share some of the heartwarming stories from the community members themselves, who are seeing their streets lit up for the first time.

"Similar to John Lennon’s "War is Over" campaign, the image is about manifesting reality and the destiny of a society, country or world to give, work and reap," says Faith.

This project aimed to raise funds for streetlights that can improve a 700m pathway between public taps and other better-lit areas. Installing lights is one impactful move towards creating a safer space.

The interactive street art piece connected people across social, spatial and digital divides.

The artwork itself was first named "Harvest", which Faith47 explains is about contributing what we have to offer and reaping the returns..