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THE CONVERSE SHAI 001 ‘ARES GRAY’ IS ROOTED IN FAMILY Newest SHAI 001 colorway is named for Shai’s son and the gray hue of his eyes Johannesburg, 03 March 2026: Every SHAI 001 colorway tells a story. ARES GRAY tells a deeply personal one. It’s an ode to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s son, Ares, and the gray hue of

Africa’s creative economy is gearing up for a landmark moment as Johannesburg prepares to host the inaugural CR8TOR WEEK AFRICA (CWA) from 24–29 March 2026. Positioned as a major catalyst for innovation and cross-continental collaboration, the week-long experience is set to convene creators, founders, cultural leaders, and creative businesses from across Africa and around the world. What originated