President Trump’s administration continues to halt measures that affect projects such as the termination of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI) initiatives, the Green New Deal, and the defunding of nongovernmental organizations that undermine national interests. These actions coincide with the administration’s withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO),…
In the face of South Africa’s harrowing epidemic of gendered and sexualized violence, the group exhibition, To Break A Bitter Fever, curated by Kefiloe Siwisa, emerges as both a sanctuary and a catalyst. Set to take place from the 30th of January to the 8th of February, 2025,…
Artists Taqwa Ali, Lieve Hakkers and Eniwaye Oluwaseyi were all presented with the Royal Award for Modern Painting by King Willem-Alexander in Amsterdam last Friday. Each of the winners received a cash prize of €9,000 at the Royal Palace on the Dam. An exhibition featuring the work of…
Dominique Zinkpè and Southern Guild present ‘Ejire (Double Rhyme)’, a solo exhibition of intricately carved wooden sculptures opening on the 19th of February 2025. This will mark Zinkpè’s first exhibition with Southern Guild and will feature a number of large-scale, architectural sculptures and wall reliefs. Their expansive forms…
WHATIFTHEWORLD is pleased to present ‘Held Tight’, a solo exhibition by Mia Chaplin. “Pharmakon means drug, but…the word in Greek famously refuses to designate whether poison or cure. It holds both in the bowl” (Nelson, M. 2009:73). Similarly, to be held tight can be read as either an act…
The Art House (TAH), in partnership with the Royal Over-Seas League (ROSL), has officially announced the International Residency Open Call 2025. The residency invites artists from the continent to apply for a fully funded, two-month residency in the United Kingdom. The residency will take place between May and…
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…
Stevenson Gallery, a cornerstone of the contemporary African art scene, with locations in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Amsterdam, is currently presenting When Works Meet, an exhibition designed to foster dynamic conversations between diverse works of art. Running from the 7th of December, 2024, to the 8th of February,…
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 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…
Tate Modern Museum just acquired Amoako Boafo’s Blank Stare (2021) at the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair in Marrakech. This landmark acquisition reflects Tate’s ongoing commitment to diversifying its collection by including more contemporary African art. Following its acquisition, Osei Bonsu, the curator of international art at Tate…
The Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi has just opened its doors to the public with a historic celebration of African Power in an exhibition titled: Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power. This exhibition, in collaboration with the Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac…
Investec Cape Town Art Fair, one of Africa’s largest contemporary art fair is set to return for its 12th edition from February 21 to 23, 2025, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). (Image credit: Investec Cape Town Art Fair) Over 124 exhibitors from five continents will…
Southern Guild LA presents Manyaku Mashilo’s ‘The Laying of Hands’ and Cheick Diallo’s ‘Taama’ this February. Contemporary South African artist Manyaku Mashilo’s first solo exhibition in the United States features a new series of multi-panel paintings exploring her own transition into womanhood. Southern Guild presents ‘The Laying of…
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…
The Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art (YSMA) at Pan-Atlantic University recently hosted a pivotal workshop titled “Empowering Artists: Navigating Legal and Contractual Issues in the Art World.” A cross-section of participants at the workshop (Image credit: Shyllon Museum) The event, held in collaboration with the Guild of Professional…
Foundation H Gallery, Madagascar, is preparing to present “Safiotra [Hybridities/Hybridités]” by Yinka Shonibare. Opening on April 11th, 2025, until February 28th, 2026, this exhibition will showcase Shonibare’s work alongside Foundation H’s collection. The expansive collection features artists like Abdoulaye Konaté, Ouattara Watts, Leilah Babirye, and Yaw Owusu. This…
Gabrielle Goliath’s Personal Accounts is more than an exhibition—it is an emotionally charged, relationally immersive experience that invites viewers to participate in a profound engagement with the complex realities of racial, gendered, and sexual violence. Running from October 26, 2024, to February 15, 2025, this iteration of Personal…
Selebe Yoon has established itself as a beacon of artistic innovation in Dakar, showcasing exhibitions that inspire, while educating and challenging audiences. The institution’s commitment to artistic innovation is evident in its presentation of Arébénor Basséne’s Tarana, a captivating exhibition that delves into the complexities of history, geography,…
Efie Gallery makes its design debut with an eclectic group exhibition titled” Dance Will Be You”, opening on January 24th, 2025. This exhibition explores traditional African practices that foster community, remembrance, unity, and strength, all rooted in a connection to the divine. In this way, the exhibition transforms…