Proudly announcing their joint representation, Hauser & Wirth, in collaboration with Goodman Gallery and Lia Rumma, now represents esteemed South African artist William Kentridge. Alongside this partnership, Hauser & Wirth reveals plans to host a solo exhibition for Kentridge in New York in 2025. William Kentridge. Photo: Norbert…
The 15th edition of the Dak’Art: African Contemporary Art Biennale is set to captivate art lovers and enthusiasts with its theme, “The Wake,” exploring the intricate connections between art, society, climate, and also history in Dakar from May 16 to June 16, 2024. Positioned as a call to…
From Julie Mehretu’s record-breaking sales to Adenrele Sonariwo taking over the world, we have spotlighted (in no particular order!) ten ncredible female artists reshaping the art world. These women exemplify creativity and inclusivity, especially for their diverse perspectives and groundbreaking contributions to contemporary art. Julie Mehretu (Image courtesy:…
In a bid to foster creativity, cultural exchange, and the showcasing of contemporary arts, the British Council’s Sub-Saharan Africa Arts programme has unveiled its highly anticipated 2024/25 Festival Connect Fund. British Council’s Sub-Saharan Africa Arts programme unveils 2024/25 Festival Connect Fund This fund is crafted to foster innovative…
AMG Projects proudly presents ‘The Vanguard,’ a group exhibition showcasing the innovative works of female contemporary African artists. Jessica Soares, 2024, Is That How The Cookie Crumbles? Acrylic & Oil Pastel on Paper. (Image Credits: AMG Projects) This exhibition certainly highlights the groundbreaking contributions of emerging women in…
Lagos, Nigeria – In a sad turn of events, the renowned African Artists’ Foundation (AAF) is embroiled in a bitter legal dispute with Keystone Bank, calling for justice after an alleged illegal possession of its premises in Lagos. African Artists’ Foundation and Keystone Bank lock horns in unsettling…
Retro Africa proudly showcased the captivating collaboration between visionary designer Tokyo James and talented artist Yusuff Aina during Tokyo James’ Autumn/Winter Collection: Expansion at Milan Fashion Week. Yusuff Aina x Tokyo James at Milan Fashion Week ( Image Courtesy: Retro Africa) In a harmonious blend of talents, Tokyo…
The Blessing Ngobeni Art Foundation has officially opened the application submission period for the 2024 Blessing Ngobeni Art Prize (BNAP), an award designed to empower and propel young and emerging visual artists as they embark on their careers. 2024 Blessing Ngobeni Art Prize (BNAP) Focused on artists under…
The inaugural exhibition, “Together Design,” by Lagos x Paris in collaboration with Art & Exception and Alliance Française de Lagos’ illuminated the artistic prowess of five skilled designers, dedicated to reshaping communal spaces through innovative design deeply rooted in Nigerian culture. Temitope Elshabazz, V1-C chair (Image credits: Lagos x Paris)…
Ethiopian artist Tesfaye Urgessa will represent Ethiopia in the 2024 Venice Biennale, a first for the nation. His evocative artistry, themed on vulnerability and exposure, has earned him global acclaim. This will be the first Venice Biennale representation for Ethiopia and is a great milestone into the global…