Delving into the world of African art at the Art Auction East Africa, I conversed profoundly with Danda Jomerlik, the head of the event. The walls of the Circle Art Agency were adorned with captivating pieces paying homage to the African soil. This sparked my contemplation on how…
NBA Meets Art is an initiative that bridges the gap between basket and art, highlighting the synergy between sports and culture. A part of this platform showcases the NBA Nigeria’s league to creative collaborations that go beyond the court, highlighting pillars of culture like art, fashion, film, music…
Visiting art exhibitions is a pleasant way to escape into a world of colourful hues and eye-catching paintings. Through human ingenuity, it acts as a portal to the wonders of our planet. These gatherings provide us with a singular chance to further extend our horizons and heighten our…
In a spectacular ceremony held at the Access Bank headquarters, the esteemed Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe, unveiled his masterful art collection, ‘A King’s Passion: A 21st Century Patron of African Art’. The 588-page book is a tribute to the Obi’s unwavering love of creativity and legacy.…
Agnes Waruguru (Kenya) and Souad Abdelrassoul (Egypt) are the newest entries of the 2024 Norval Sovereign African Art Prize. Launched in 2021, this prize aims to boost the international visibility of African artists and generate funds for essential arts education programs across the continent. Renowned for promoting African…
The German President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, issued a formal apology in Tanzania for the past looting and colonial-era atrocities. German forces committed these crimes, especially during the Maji Maji rebellion in the early 1900s. The rebellion, which occurred in what is now Tanzania, resulted in the deaths of nearly…
Circle Art Agency proudly announces the return of Art Auction East Africa, 2023, 11th edition. The exhibition, unveiled at Circle Art Agency’s new venue, showcases various modern and contemporary masterpieces from East Africa. Among the featured artists are Theresa Musoke (Uganda), George Lilanga (Tanzania), Georges Ebrin (Ivory Coast),…
As a monument to the extensive tradition of Adire, Olori Art Foundation has served as a beacon of both innovation and tradition. Adire is a well-known kind of wearable art that has long been a significant element of African culture. The famous textile craft employs intricate designs, symbols,…
The Japan Art Association has named architect Diébédo Francis Kéré the 2023 architecture laureate for the Praemium Imperiale awards. At Kéré Architecture, Berlin, May 2023. Image courtesy of The Japan Art Association / The Sankei Shimbun The Praemium Imperiale is a global arts prize awarded annually by the…