Kwanda Tangweni

Consultant, Designer, Event planner, Idea generator, Photographer, Producer, Project manager, Sales specialist, Social entrepreneur, World traveler, Writer/Editor

Vuyo McGlad is a cultural entrepreneur, event producer, and art director. Raised in Johannesburg, his life has been a testament to his passion for creativity, community building, and innovation. His deep love for live music sharpened his skills in performance production, marketing, and event management. In 2019, Vuyo founded NarowBi Events, a company that has since become synonymous with unique and immersive cultural experiences. Through NarowBi, he has curated acclaimed events such as Soundcheck,an intimate live music showcase, now used by many artists as a key part of their rollout strategies and the NarowBi Party + Market series, both of which have grown into staples of South Africa’s cultural scene. He is also the founding director of Kids Love Jazz, a jazz focused festival housed by NarowBi, which bridges youth culture and jazz while challenging stereotypes around the genre. Vuyo holds a BA in Creative Brand Communications, a foundation that informs his art direction, storytelling, and approach to brand partnerships. His creative leadership has led Narowbi to collaborate with organizations such as BLK HLTH, CR8TORCON and Dear Friends, while also gaining recognition in notable publications including City Press, The Mail & Guardian, Bubblegum Club, and OkayAfrica. City Press notably dubbed NarowBi “Joburg’s hottest alternative events,” highlighting its role in reshaping the city’s cultural nightlife. Vuyo’s contributions to South Africa’s cultural landscape continue to be significant. By creating spaces for artists to showcase their talents, fostering meaningful community engagement, and inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs and creatives, he embodies the power of creativity, hard work, and dedication. His will to keep on keeping on remains a motivating force for his peers and beyond—a reminder that with passion and perseverance, anything is possible.

I am deeply passionate about creativity and bringing people together, seeing them as more than just forms of entertainment but as pathways to connection, healing, and transformation. For me, music and art carry a spiritual weight. They are tools that open space for reflection and higher purpose. My work is driven by this belief, as I strive to nurture both artists and audiences, creating experiences that are soulful, meaningful, and impactful.

Creativity is both, a scientific and spiritual act. A way of healing and transforming people.

Art Direction, Curation, Entrepreneur, Event Lead, Graphic Design, Production, Writing

I’ve come to believe that creativity can be taught. I never imagined I would one day become an event producer. It wasn’t part of some master plan. It began simply: I wanted to throw a party where my friends and I could feel safe, where we could just be ourselves without judgment. That night changed everything. What started as a personal need grew into a passion, and eventually, a purpose. From that point on, I taught myself everything I needed to know, step by step, learning by doing, failing, adjusting, and trying again. What I’ve discovered is that creativity isn’t some rare gift reserved for a chosen few. it’s a skill, a practice, and a mindset that anyone can grow into when they follow curiosity and necessity. My journey into events wasn’t about expertise at the beginning, but about creating a feeling, a space, a possibility — and everything else followed.

I am a funny guy