The book uncovers the beliefs and rituals behind more than 130 ancient rock art sites in the Waterberg, offering a rare window into the region’s deep past. The launch takes place on Tuesday, 9 December 2025 at the Origins Centre, Wits University . RSVP by 5 December at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The book is already drawing strong attention Reviewers note that it brings archaeology, ethnography and material culture together in a clear, layered way. It highlights San, Khoekhoe and Northern Sotho traditions and deepens our understanding of the rituals, ideas and painted landscapes of the Waterberg . It’s already being recognised as a major contribution to southern African rock art research and a strong new reference point for interdisciplinary work in the field .