Hyacinthe Ouattara is a self-taught plastic artist from Burkina Faso. His work delves into the intricate world of molecular vibrations, connecting personal DNA to survival in this vast and complex world. His name is a direct translation of the English word Hyacinth and the Greek god Hyakinthos. He…
In the anticipation of Marrakech 2024, 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair announces its return to New York for its 10th edition. 1-54 New York 2023. Image courtesy of 1-54. The ninth edition of 1-54 in New York in 2023 was a momentous milestone for the fair and its…
In a significant step to enhance Nigeria’s arts industry, the President has appointed 11 dynamic chief executive officers to lead various agencies within the federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy. Among the notable appointees is Obi Asika, founder and CEO of Storm 360, who now serves…
Engdaye Lemma’s first solo exhibition, titled “Floating Souls,” will be showcased at Addis Fine Art London from January 18 to February 17, 2024. Engdaye Lemma, Heavenly Creatures, 2023. Courtesy of Addis Fine Art Born in 1980, Lemma’s innovative approach to print-making amalgamates screen-printing, painting, and collage techniques. His…
In early January 2024, Dr. Peter Sexford Magubane, a valiant South African photographer, who earned global acclaim for his photos that documented the violence of apartheid, passed away at the age of 91. He was honoured during a memorial service at the Regina Mundi Church in Soweto on…
Africa Collective, in collaboration with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, is set to launch a series of activities coinciding with the World Economic Forum from January 15 to 19 in Davos. Africa Collective in partnership with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) The Africa…
After an intensive 100-hour painting marathon, Nigerian art student Chancellor Ahaghotu has shattered a decade-old record for the longest painting session. Chancellor Ahaghotu breaks the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest painting marathon (Courtesy: @arts.by.chance) The Guinness World Records (GWR) confirmed this remarkable achievement in a recent…
Matthias De Groof, a Belgian filmmaker, recently unveiled a short film that directly addresses Belgian colonizers in Congo. Originally presented in 1985 under the title “Under the Black Mask,” the film has now been rebranded as “Under the White Mask: A film that Haesaerts could have made.” This…
In a significant breakthrough, South African customs officers at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg recently uncovered 23 kilograms of narcotics disguised as moulded artworks, with an estimated street value of R37 million. The suspected artworks were en route to New Zealand before a meticulous inspection by SARS officers…
Tunis – UNESCO has recently recognized the ancient tradition of metal engraving as an important part of North African craftsmanship. This recognition has brought attention to the mastery of Mohamed Amine Htiouich, a Tunisian artisan who started as an apprentice in his teenage years and has now become…