LIVES AND STORIES:

Cape Town's Garment Workers

The artistic journey of Fra(u)gmented is significantly enhanced by DARL, as it delves into the narratives of Cape Town's garment workers. As it highlights the city's complex history within the garment and textile sector, focusing on the essential contributions of its workers. From small-scale tailors to the many women of colour who crafted garments for major retailers, their experiences reflect resilience and solidarity amid oppression. Unfortunately, much of their history remains undocumented, a consequence of South Africa's colonial and apartheid past, leaving behind only fragments of memory and oral traditions/history. DARL seeks to shed light on these personal stories, offering a glimpse into the industry's human side.

Yunus Ogier

Researcher