As part of a shared commitment to enhancing learning and collaboration between UK and international curators, Liverpool Biennial and the British Council are joining forces to offer 8 fully-funded opportunities to attend a curator’s networking and development week, within the 13th edition of Liverpool Biennial. This programme will…
The 1-54 Contemporary Art Fair in Marrakech proved to be an extraordinary success for The African Art Hub (TAAH), with Kingsley Ayogu’s solo exhibition, Intimacy of Memory, standing out as one of the most thought-provoking and visually captivating showcases of the fair. Managed with exceptional dedication by TAAH…
The Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi has just opened its doors to the public with a historic celebration of African Power in an exhibition titled: Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power. This exhibition, in collaboration with the Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac…
Southern Guild LA presents Manyaku Mashilo’s ‘The Laying of Hands’ and Cheick Diallo’s ‘Taama’ this February. Contemporary South African artist Manyaku Mashilo’s first solo exhibition in the United States features a new series of multi-panel paintings exploring her own transition into womanhood. Southern Guild presents ‘The Laying of…
Located in the heart of Kampala, Uganda’s capital, Brian Kansiime Lister has emerged as one of East Africa’s most exciting painters. Drawing inspiration from his close-knit family, community, current events, and history, Lister weaves these influences into a distinctive series of paintings that reflect his unique artistic voice.…
The global art market may be navigating turbulent times, but the launch of Africa Basel Contemporary African Art Fair has never been more critical. As the art world grapples with challenges, Africa Basel Contemporary African Art Fair provides a dedicated platform for African artists and galleries, making it…
Acaye Kerunen presents her debut solo exhibition in the UK at Pace Gallery, titled “Neena aan uthii.” Translated as “See me, I am here,” this exhibition affirms her identity as a child of East African soil. This exhibition features diverse sculptures, installations, and performances that pay homage to…
The world of art is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with technology playing a pivotal role in reshaping how we create, experience, and acquire art. Nowhere is this evolution more evident than in the African art scene, where virtual reality (VR) exhibitions and online marketplaces are breaking down barriers…
Sakhile&Me presents ‘I Am All the Loves I Have Ever Known’, a contemplative gesture towards self-actualisation and self-recognition in and through relationship with others and place. The exhibition centers ecology as a way of thinking, perceiving, relating and understanding while tracing encounters and symbiotic relationships found in the…
The global demand for contemporary African art has surged dramatically in recent years, signaling a shift in how the world views and values the continent’s creative output. This growing interest is reflected in the heightened activity across major auction houses, where African artists are gaining prominent recognition. Bonhams,…