Loft Art Gallery presents ‘Homesick’, a solo exhibition of 20 new works by Moroccan-Belgian photographer Mous Lamrabat, at the gallery’s Marrakech space, Morocco. Mous Lamrabat celebrates a singular style that boldly combines tradition and modernity, creating the distinctive portraiture style he is known for. His work navigates two worlds:…
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…
Egypt has unveiled a series of remarkable archaeological wonders in Luxor, offering an unprecedented look into its ancient past. Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered a 4,000-year-old Middle Kingdom tomb near Luxor, revealing new insights into ancient burial customs. (Image Credit: kairoinfo4u / CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / Illustrative Picture, The tomb-chapel…
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…
Tizta Berhanu presents her first solo exhibition, ‘Agape’, which opened at Addis Fine Art’s Addis Ababa Gallery on the 5th of January and will run until the 9th of March 2025. The title of the exhibition comes from the Ancient Greek word which refers to the highest form of…
The Norval Foundation has just announced its finalists for 2025. The list features outstanding contemporary artists from across Africa, including Gadi Ramadhani (Tanzania), Shabu Mwangi (Kenya), Marcelina Akpojotor (Nigeria), Modupeola Fadugba, and many more. The winner will receive a $35,000 cash prize and a solo exhibition at the…
Pearl Lam Galleries presents ‘Where I Belong’, an exhibition by Nigerian contemporary artist Deborah Segun. Her series of works are drawn from focusing on the idea of change and adaptability and share her nostalgic experience of moving back to the United Kingdom, a place the artist once considered…
At the 14th edition of the Rencontres de Bamako – African Biennial of Photography, Ethiopian artist Maheder Haileselassie Tadesse took home the prestigious Seydou Keita Grand Prize for her profound photographic series Between Yesterday and Tomorrow. Maheder Haileselassie Tadesse, Between Yesterday and Tomorrow, 2024, (Image courtesy: Rencontres de Bamako, Griot)…
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.…
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art will culminate its landmark exhibition, The Mask and the Cross, with a grand closing ceremony dedicated to the trailblazing Prof. Bruce Onobrakpeya from January 10 to 12, 2025. Portrait of Bruce Onobrakpeya at his home studio, 2021, Photography by Stephen Tayo,…
The Prince Claus Impact Award has spotlighted the ground-breaking contributions of six exceptional artists, each recognized for their profound influence on society through their diverse and transformative work. Prince Claus 2024 Impact Award Recipients (Courtesy: Prince Claus) The 2024 awardees are: Va-Bene Elikem Fiatsi (Ghana) Rosa Chávez (Guatemala)…
The Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) has recently been awarded a transformative two-year grant from the Ford Foundation, further solidifying its commitment to advancing the recognition and preservation of West African art and culture. Image courtesy of MOWAA This strategic funding, which arrives at a pivotal moment…
The Guest Artists Space Foundation (G.A.S.), in collaboration with the Yinka Shonibare Foundation (Y.S.F.), has announced its 2025 G.A.S. Fellowship Award, a prestigious opportunity designed to nurture mid-career art practitioners across Africa. G.A.S Fellowship Open Call (Image credits: G.A.S. Foundation) This edition offers two fully funded six-week residencies…
The 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair is set to kick off in Marrakech with VIP previews on January 30-31, 2025, followed by public days on February 1-2, 2025, at the iconic La Mamounia and DADA. This highly anticipated event promises to deliver an unforgettable experience, showcasing a diverse…
Goodman Gallery New York presents ‘Landing (again)’, a group presentation showcasing eight leading 20th and 21st century artists who have been instrumental in shaping the course of art history from the African continent and its diaspora. This presentation serves as an extension of ‘Landing’, first showcased by the New York…
This year’s ArtReview Power 100 has seen a significant recognition of the influence of African curators, artists, and thinkers in reshaping global cultural narratives. Figures such as Ibrahim Mahama, Bonaventure Soh Bejeng Ndikung, Gabi Ngcobo, and Azu Nwagbogu exemplify how art transcends borders, fosters dialogue, and amplifies underrepresented…
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art presents ‘Tsedaye Makonnen—Sanctuary :: መቅደስ :: Mekdes’ which opened on the 13th of December 2024 and will remain on ongoing display. The exhibition features seven sculptures by Washington, D.C.-based Ethiopian American artist Tsedaye Makonnen, and it explores the invisibility and violence that Black…
In a year when AI has become an increasingly present part of our day-to-day lives, it’s no surprise that artists have been making use of technology to think about human experience. This year has seen successful solo and group shows highlighting the role that distinctive and intelligent curatorial…
As the holiday season unfolds like a masterpiece, our ANA Holiday Special presents a curated canvas of artful gift ideas. Explore our curated selection of art-inspired treasures, carefully crafted to bring joy and beauty to your holiday celebrations. From stunning decor and art pieces, to thoughtful treasures and…
Joseph Awuah-Darko, a celebrated figure in Ghana’s art scene, is accused of non-payment following sales of works by several artists who claim that he has built his career at the expense of their livelihoods. According to an Afrikmag investigation titled “Gallery of Greed”, the accusations suggest that Awuah-Darko…