Frans Thoka’s journey as an artist is one of profound dedication and resilience. His solo exhibition, Ba ile Kae / A Way to Reconcile – Chapter 1, serves as a deeply personal and cultural exploration of heritage, ancestral memory, and intergenerational healing. For Thoka, the act of creation is a spiritual endeavor, a means to honor the past and confront South Africa’s complex histories. His art celebrates his culture and ancestory, tapping into pre-colonial histories and offering viewers a platform to engage with narratives that are often underrepresented.