He was born in Lamontville, Durban. He is a wood sculptor who was taught and encouraged by the Durban artist, George Msimang.
He mainly uses railway sleepers for his sculpture.
He has participated in many group exhibitions, including Spiritual Art of Natal, 1993 and he is represented in public and private collections in SA.
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