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…
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…
Renowned Kenyan sculptor, Elkana Ong’esa, famous for his monumental stone creations exhibited globally, advocates for increased recognition of African art both domestically and internationally. Despite its profound influence on Western art, as evident in the works of Pablo Picasso, African art, according to the 79-year-old artist, has been…
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA), in collaboration with the 2023 cohort of University of the Western Cape (UWC) Museum Fellows, presents Sala, offering an intimate exploration of Zeitz MOCAA’s permanent collection archive. Salah Elmur (b. 1966, Sudan). The Official Party, 2019. Acrylic on canvas (Courtesy:…
The year 2023 in the art world was filled with ‘A LOT’. From progress announcements to scandals and the continuous return of looted artifacts from Africa, this year unfolded as a dynamic and multifaceted chapter in the realm of art. The unfolding events included major developments in the…
Successful art fairs are typically successful for a reason. They generate significant attention and sales because they often showcase exceptional artworks that captivate audiences. Nevertheless, the level of success at an art fair may not always accurately reflect the quality of the artworks. There are so many gems…
Ibn Cheickh Sallah Diebkilé, a renowned Ivorian French artist born in Abidjan in the 1980s, is currently revealing his works at the ongoing ‘Art Meets Design Abidjan’ exhibition in collaboration with BoConcept Abidjan and Nomadic Art Gallery. ‘Art Meets Design’ exhibiting artist Ibn Cheickh Sallah Diebkilé (Courtesy: Nomadic…
World-renowned visual artist Kehinde Wiley has released a limited edition print in support of Black Rock, a multi-disciplinary artist-in-residence program located in Dakar, Senegal, and founded by Wiley in 2019. Kehinde Wiley, ‘Portrait of Marie-Agnès Diéne’, 2023. (Copyright Kehinde Wiley) Known for his striking representation of contemporary…
Nigeria is set to present their national pavilion and exhibition ‘Nigeria Imaginary’ in the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia 2024. The eight artists of the 2024 Nigerian Pavilion. From left, top row: Tunji Adeniyi-Jones, Ndidi Dike, Onyeka Igwe, and Toyin Ojih Odutola; bottom row:…