George Milwa Mnyaluza Pemba was born in 1912 and was educated at a mission school near Port Elizabeth. Regardless of very real challenges George Pemba persevered and established himself as a painter producing his work over a period of more than 60 years. Pemba can be considered the first professional black South African artist selling his portrait renderings as early as the 1920s.

Nelson Mandela Bay is the name given to the metropolitan municipality that includes the city of Port Elizabeth (now officially known as Gqeberha). It is located on the southern coast of South Africa, encompassing Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage, Despatch, and Colchester. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage, making it a popular tourist destination. 

Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid activist and politician who served as the president of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. He was the country’s first black head of state and the first elected in a fully representative democratic election.