It is one of the greatest South African festivals, characterised by gigantic artworks, mutant vehicles, music and a huge final bonfire. But AfrikaBurn, to be held late this month in the desolate Tankwa Karoo, is more than just a big jol - it has gained a reputation for social development.This year more than ever, said head of communications Travis Lyle, the festival initiated art projects which involve disadvantaged communities.Artist Nathan Honey is working on a piece christened O, which is 15m in diameter and 11m high, in the dorpie of Sutherland.In the past, he has used skilled professionals for his artworks, but this year Honey decided to work with locals from the town, which is plagued by high unemployment.Thanks to funding from the Department of Arts and Culture, he pays them a stipend too."It is about creating training opportunities to learn carpentry skills and even confidence. to work on something they can be proud of," said Honey."I got a whole lot of tools. When we are not busy with a project they are available for use to do their own things, " he said...