The coronavirus is affecting people from all spheres of life – this was evident when Gauteng-based singer, studio manager and music promotions manager Tshepo Manyisa had to pack his bags and come back home to Vhembe District.

Having grown up in a disadvantaged background does not stop a young man from displaying his talent. Isaack Modipa of Tshiozwi has found solace in cardboard boxes, wire, woodcarving and his creativity.

Rembuluwani Mbulaheni, who is known as Alkhatel in the music industry, has become the doyen of Afro-Pop in the area.

More music promotion managers sent out words of solace to the masses of South Africans after Pres Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement of the national shutdown as a means to flatten the Covid-19 curve on Monday.

Martha Raphalalani is an artist in her own right, and she is successfully cementing her career in stunning fashion as she displays her products along the R522 Nzhelele road at Tshavhalovhedzi village.

At the age of only 18, the Louis Trichardt-born Dakid sizzles with musical talent that has earned him respect in most parts of the country.

“Music always caries a sense of positive encouragement in it and it can surely work as a tool to reduce crime and unemployment among our youths today.”

The sounds of Ntuwiseni Hector Mafhara are melodious and pleasant to listen to, as his voice meanders with the lyrics and the result is a well-arranged musical project.

Razie Kay, also known as Rudzani Khavhela of Maungani village, is one singer who has found comfort, healing and life's purpose in music.

The veteran artist and art teacher Avhashoni Mainganye was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award during The Arts & Culture Trust's annual awards at River Meadow Manor in Pretoria.