Design Week South Africa, which made its debut last year, has opened its applications for participation in the 2025 edition. Taking place in Johannesburg from the 9th until the 12th of October 2025, and in Cape Town from the 23rd until the 26th of October 2025, Design Week…
As part of a shared commitment to enhancing learning and collaboration between UK and international curators, Liverpool Biennial and the British Council are joining forces to offer 8 fully-funded opportunities to attend a curator’s networking and development week, within the 13th edition of Liverpool Biennial. This programme will…
The 1-54 Contemporary Art Fair in Marrakech proved to be an extraordinary success for The African Art Hub (TAAH), with Kingsley Ayogu’s solo exhibition, Intimacy of Memory, standing out as one of the most thought-provoking and visually captivating showcases of the fair. Managed with exceptional dedication by TAAH…
The National Cathedral of Ghana, a $400 million building in Accra that is being designed by architect David Adjaye‘s firm, will reportedly be investigated after concerns were raised about its cost. The cathedral had been the source of controversy in Ghana well before Adjaye was accused of sexual…
The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) invites visual artists to apply for their artist-in-residence programme, sponsored by the MTN Foundation. Residency Details: The residency will be hosted at the William Humphreys Art Gallery in Kimberley in the Northern Cape province of South Africa from the 24th of February…
Lagos, Nigeria – January 30, 2025 The 1952 Africa Foundation is thrilled to announce the launch of the Chizi Wigwe Grants for African Futurism, a transformative initiative that empowers African artists and creatives to envision a brighter future for the continent. The Chizi Wigwe Grants: A Catalyst for…
The global art market may be navigating turbulent times, but the launch of Africa Basel Contemporary African Art Fair has never been more critical. As the art world grapples with challenges, Africa Basel Contemporary African Art Fair provides a dedicated platform for African artists and galleries, making it…
Southern Guild debuts FOG Design + Art 2025 with collectible design and contemporary art by leading artists from across Africa, including a selection of photographic portraits from Zanele Muholi’s seminal Somnyama Ngonyama (Hail, the Dark Lioness) series and ceramic sculpture by Andile Dyalvane. The gallery will also show specially commissioned paintings by Manyaku…
The Culture Fund of Zimbabwe Trust, in partnership with the European Union (EU) Delegation to Zimbabwe, has awarded grants totaling USD $62,589 to eight innovative projects across the country’s arts and culture sector. The grants, ranging between USD $4,000 and USD $10,000 are part of the ongoing CreativeACTIONs2 initiative, which…
Business and Arts South Africa (BASA) is pleased to announce the opening of applications for Cycle 4 of the BASA Supporting Grants Programme. Eligible candidates have until the 24th of January 2025 to submit their funding proposals for projects that promote artistic excellence, foster social cohesion and stimulate economic growth.…