Ayanda Mabulu Biography
Ayanda Mabulu is a South African artist who was born in King William’s Town, South Africa. He has mostly known for his paintings Mabulu’s work of the year 2010, Ngcono ihlwempu kunesibhanxa sesityebi (Xhosa translation: Better poor than a rich puppet), depicted various international political figures in the nude, including South African president Jacob Zuma.
The painting received little critical comment at the time but was rediscovered as a part of the political controversy surrounding fellow South African Brett Murray’s painting (The Spear) in May 2012.
He criticized Zuma and the African National Congress for their response to Murray’s satirical painting – as well as that of the Nazareth Baptist (Shembe) Church, who called for Murray to be “stoned to death”.
Mabulu questioned their motives in attacking it, having ignored Mabulu’s own work – which depicts Zuma alongside Desmond Tutu, Robert Mugabe, Barack Obama, and Nelson Mandela in a similar fashion. The debate provoked a response from the World art Gallery, where Ayanda’s other paintings have been exhibited.
Ayanda Mabulu Age
Mabulu is 40 years old as of 2021, he was born in 1981, in King William’s Town, South Africa. His birthday is publicly not available. We will update this section once this information is available.
Ayanda Mabulu Height
Mabulu stands at an average height and has moderate weight. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
Ayanda Mabulu Family
Mabulu was born and raised by her parents in King William’s Town, South Africa. Our efforts to find out more about his family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Mabulu’s parents is still unclear. It is also not known if he has any siblings. We will update this section once this information is available.
Ayanda Mabulu Wife
Details about Mabulu’s wife are not available. It not publicly known whether Mabulu is married, dating, or has any children. However, this information will be updated as soon as it is available.
Ayanda Mabulu Net Worth
Mabulu has an estimated net worth of $1 Million – $5 Million as of 2020. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as an artist. Through his various sources of income, Mabulu has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Ayanda Mabulu Measurements and Facts
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Ayanda Mabulu Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Ayanda Mabulu
- Popular As: Artist is mostly known for his paintings.
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Artist
- Nationality: South African
- Race / Ethnicity: To be updated
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Ayanda Mabulu Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 40 years old as of 2021.
- Zodiac Sign: To be updated
- Date of Birth: 1981
- Place of Birth: King William’s Town, South Africa.
- Birthday: To be updated
Ayanda Mabulu Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: Average
- Weight: Moderate
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
- Shoe Size: Not Available
Ayanda Mabulu Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Not known
- Mother: Not known
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not known
- Marital Status: To be updated
- Wife/Spouse: To be updated
- Dating / Girlfriend: To be updated
- Children: To be updated
Ayanda Mabulu Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: $1 Million – $5 Million as of 2020.
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Artist
Ayanda Mabulu Painting
Mabulu’s work of the year 2010, better poor than a rich puppet, depicted various international political figures in the nude, including South African president Jacob Zuma. The painting received little critical comment at the time, however, in May 2012 it was rediscovered as part of the political controversy surrounding fellow South African Brett Murray’s painting (The Spear).
Mabulu criticized Zuma as well as the African National Congress for their response to Murray’s satirical painting – and that of the Nazareth Baptist (Shembe) Church, who called for Murray to be “stoned to death”.
He questioned their motives in attacking it, having ignored Mabulu’s own work – which depicts Zuma along with Desmond Tutu, Robert Mugabe, Barack Obama, and Nelson Mandela similarly. The debate provoked a response from the Worldart Gallery, where Mabulu’s other paintings have been exhibited.
Ayanda Mabulu Zuma Paintings
In the year 2016, Ayanda released a new painting of President Zuma performing a sexual act on Atul Gupta, the wealthy Indian-South African businessman who has been accused of influence over the president.
The painting was accused of being extreme as well as condemned by many. South African newspapers, as well as media, reported widely on it and there were mixed reactions from across the country.
Ayanda Mabulu Art
Mabulu is an artist mostly known for his paintings. Ayanda released yet another artwork, depicting President Zuma engaged in sex along with Nelson Mandela in April 2017.
In October the same year, the African National congresswomen’s League described Mabulu as “mentally colonised artist” for a painting depicting then-presidential hopeful Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma in a sexual position while Zuma looks.
The Women’s League said:”(The painting) is a desperate move by the white monopoly capital and their praise singers, using a rented black painter to tarnish the image of these leaders, hoping that it will stop the winding wheels of radical economic transformation.”
Ayanda Mabulu Zuma and Mandela Painting
In April 2017, Mabulu once again released yet another artwork, this time depicting President Zuma engaged in sex with Nelson Mandela. In the image which almost went viral, the respected Mandela is sitting on Zuma with being ‘fucked’ while caressing his nipples with a smile on Zuma’s face.
Mabulu described the image as portraying what Zuma has done to Mandela’s legacy. This divided opinions but more so due to many South Africans who took offense were mainly angered at the debasing of the personality of the widely beloved Mandela. This time it was not only condemnation that came but also death threats which Mr. Mabulu shrugged off.
Both the African National Congress (the party of the President and of Mandela) as well as The Nelson Mandela Foundation reacted to the painting by releasing statements. However, in a remarkable approach, both are statements combined their condemnation with upholding the need for freedom of expression.
The Nelson Mandela Foundation said: ″The Foundation would like to express that it respects Mr. Mabulu’s right to freedom of expression. We however find this painting distasteful.″
The African National Congress used a stronger language depicting the image as ″crossing the bounds of rationality to degradation, exploiting the craft of creative art for nefarious ends.”
Frequently Asked Questions About Ayanda Mabulu
Who is Ayanda Mabulu?
Mabulu is a South African artist mostly known for his paintings
How old is Ayanda Mabulu?
Mabulu is 39 years old as of 2020, he was born in 1981, in King William’s Town, South Africa.
How tall is Ayanda Mabulu?
Mabulu stands at an average height and has moderate weight.
Is Ayanda Mabulu married?
It not publicly known whether Mabulu is married, dating, or has any children.
How much is Ayanda Mabulu worth?
Mabulu has an estimated net worth of $1 Million – $5 Million as of 2020.
How much does Ayanda Mabulu make?
Mabulu has an estimated net worth of $1 Million – $5 Million.
Where does Ayanda Mabulu live?
Because of security reasons, Mabulu has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Ayanda Mabulu dead or alive?
Mabulu is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Mabulu Now?
Mabulu is a South African artist mostly known for his paintings.
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