In recent years, African art has made significant strides in the global art market, gaining recognition and value beyond the continent. Behind this rise is a group of dedicated art collectors who are not only preserving African culture but also influencing its global appreciation. These collectors, based both…
Featuring more than 140 participants, and over 80 new commissions, the artists in the Sharjah Biennial 2025, who will present exquisite art pieces that align with the theme: to carry, have been revealed. This poignant theme invites us to ponder on the weight of our collective heritage, the…
Standing as a visual testament to recapture the essence of a bygone era, the Théâtre Populaire series, a photography series by Nyaba Léon Ouedraogo, transports viewers to a forgotten cultural landmark in Burkina Faso. Through his evocative lens, Ouedraogo revives the memories of a once-thriving theater, now standing…
Springing forth from the Hyundai Commission: Behind the Red Moon at the Tate Modern, Ghanaian artist, El Anatsui’s After the Red Moon emerges, and embarks on a global tour beginning at Shanghai’s Museum of Art Pudong (MAP) from the 30th of September 2024 till the 7th of October…
The Loewe Foundation Craft Prize, a prestigious international award celebrating excellence in craftsmanship, has opened submissions for its 2025 edition. Established in 2016 by Loewe’s creative director, Jonathan Anderson, the prize recognizes talented artisans who push the boundaries of traditional craft techniques. Founded in 1988 by Enrique Loewe…
In a significant advancement for cultural preservation and academic collaboration, the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) has entered a ground-breaking partnership with the University of Ibadan (UI) and the University of Benin (UNIBEN). This alliance, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), promises to reshape the landscape…
In a significant effort to nurture the next generation of South African artists, the Artist Proof Studio collaborated with the Arts and Culture Trust (ACT) to host the Nyoloha Scholarship Programme. Talented finalists of Nyoloha scholarship programme (Photo credit: Artist proof studio) This initiative culminated in a successful…
Set to end on the 25th of October 2024, the Interlude Rwanda exhibition is an artistic exploration of Rwanda’s past, present and future.
In a significant development aimed at enhancing the creative landscape of Africa, the UN Tourism and the TUI Care Foundation have launched the Colourful Cultures small grants initiative. Colourful Cultures represents a dedicated effort to leverage tourism for sustainable development in rural regions. ( Image Credits: UN Tourism)…
Yasser Claud-Ennin has recently been awarded the prestigious “One to Watch” accolade at the LGC Art Prize 2024 for his remarkable piece, Our First Ride. Yasser Claud-Ennin and Theo Paphitis (Image credits: Yasser Claud-Ennin) Born in Lagos, Nigeria, and raised in Accra, Ghana, Yasser’s artistic journey began in…