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Jul 27, 2024
MoMA to Unveil Monumental Installation by Otobong Nkanga in October 2024
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City has announced an exciting new commission by Nigerian-Belgian artist Otobong Nkanga....
Jul 27, 2024
5 Reasons Why AREWA? Exhibition Arrives at a Perfect Moment
The upcoming exhibition, AREWA? scheduled to open on July 8, 2024, at the Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art, Pan-Atlantic University.
Jul 25, 2024
A Collection of African Artefacts Heads to Auction Following Owner's Bankruptcy
An African art collection is once again set for auction after its owner, Sam Njunuri, filed for bankruptcy earlier this year. The...
Jul 23, 2024
Exploring the Life and Legacy of Yusuf Grillo through the eyes of his daughter
Imagine growing up surrounded by art that wasn't just on the walls, but woven into the very fabric of Lagos. That was the world of Mrs...
Jul 23, 2024
Here Are the Winners of The Contemporary African Photography Prize 2024
The organizers of the CAP (Contemporary African Photography) Prize have revealed the five winners of the 2024 edition of the...
Jul 23, 2024
Dance to the Rhythm of My Soul: A Celebration of Women and Identity
A month-long exhibition, "Dance to the Rhythm of My Soul," arrives at the Nairobi National Museum this August, marking 60 years of...
Jul 22, 2024
AFTER LIFE : A response to the unfolding climate crisis through materials
AFTER LIFE | Nubuke Foundation, Ghana 22 June 2024 – 11 September 2024 AFTER LIFE features artists who have previously participated in...
Jul 22, 2024
Episode 6: Art Professionals Africa Unplugged: In Conversation with Asibi Danjuma
In this episode we speak to curator and founder of Phílos , Asibi Danjuma on inventing new strategies for business in the African Art...
Jul 22, 2024
Laolu Senbanjo to Grace the Cover of Rolling Stone Africa's Debut Issue
Nigerian artist Laolu Senbanjo, also known as Laolu NYC, is set to be the cover star for the historic first edition of Rolling Stone...
Jul 22, 2024
Benin's Stolen Treasures Finally Come Home After Decades in U.S. Hands
After years of painstaking negotiations, the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Oba Ewuare II, has triumphantly welcomed the return of two...
Jul 19, 2024
Black Rock Senegal unveils artists for 2024-2025 residency program
The 2024-2025 residency program, running from September 2024 to June 2025, welcomes a diverse group of artists to its vibrant community...
Jul 19, 2024
Gasworks: Residency open call for artists based in Central Africa
Gasworks, London, United Kingdom Deadline: 27 August 2024 This residency open call is for an artist based in Central Africa (Angola,...
Jul 18, 2024
A Look at Chijioke Anyacho's Exhibition at Wunika Mukan Gallery
The walls of Wunika Mukan Gallery are currently adorned with the oil compositions of Nigerian artist Chijioke Anyacho in the presentation...
Jul 18, 2024
1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair Announces Dates for Marrakech 2025 Edition: Applications Are Now Open!
The 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair has announced the date of its much-anticipated return to Marrakech, scheduled to take place from...
Jul 18, 2024
Looted Asante Treasures Returned to Ghana's Manhyia Palace in Historic Display
The Manhyia Palace Museum in Kumasi, Ghana has recently received several Asante royal treasures on loan from the British Museum and the...
Jul 16, 2024
Retro Africa Gallery: A Breakout Star at Tokyo Gendai 2024
The second edition of Tokyo Gendai, a contemporary art fair aiming to put Japan back on the global art map, wrapped up with a bang....
Jul 16, 2024
Notable Nigerian Visual Artist Zinno Orara has Passed Away
Zinno Akpoghene Orara, a well-renowned and honoured Nigerian artist, has died at the age of 58. His daughter, Majiri, conveyed the news...
Jul 13, 2024
Yaa Asantewaa Art Prize: Open call for Female Ghanaian Artists
Gallery 1957, Ghana Deadline: 16 September 2024 Gallery 1957 announces the continuation of its commitment to empowering Ghanaian women...
Jul 12, 2024
Kyla McMillan Named New Director of The Armory Show
The Armory Show, one of New York’s most prestigious art fairs, has announced Kyla McMillan as its new director. This appointment comes at...
Jul 10, 2024
Iziko Museums of South Africa presents “Then I Knew I Was Good at Painting”: Esther Mahlangu, A Retrospective
Iziko South African National Gallery, Cape Town, South Africa 18 Feb 2024 - 11 Aug 2024 Curated by Nontobeko Ntombela, the exhibition...
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