Thobile Maphanga is a South African dance practitioner, writer, and creative collaborator dedicated to fostering holistic well-being through the arts. With a focus on social change, she champions festivals as vital spaces for public dialogue, knowledge sharing, and peer-to-peer learning. She serves as the Project Manager, Assistant Curator and Editorial Steering Committee member for JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience and its online colloquium. She is the co-founder and co-convener of the African Festivals Network. She serves as a board member, facilitator and mentor for The Festival Academy where she explores decolonisation, inclusivity, and the unique perspectives of the Global South.
