In an earlier interview with Mmegi, the artist had said, "My work is inclined to socio-political and economic themes. As an artist, I feel it is my duty to communicate to the world about our environment in a holistic manner, transforming less appreciated material into a voice " The painter who specializes in semi-abstract pieces did not disappoint as has given her pieces a 'voice' to 'protest' against the injustice that prevail in the world today. It can be safely said that one of the subjects of the pieces is the regime of President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe. Mnkandla attacks the regime in a subtle way that perhaps for one to be able to interpret the pieces better, he or she must be familiar with her background. One of the 'vocal' pieces at the exhibition is acrylic on canvas 'Dreams Of Liberation'. It is safe to assume that like most Zimbabweans, Mkandla must be yearning for the day when true democracy will come to her home country, hence the title.
Talking about her other 'vocal' work Back2Back: Return To Conflict, the artist says, "This is a depiction of a stalemate and the phrase back to back also has a double meaning that there has been no progress and the people have gone back to a state of 'backwardness'.
Does the piece talk about the economic situation in Zimbabwe, which has left many in financial dire straits? One may wonder.
