Art Fairs

Africa Making Waves at Frieze London 2024

Frieze London is a landmark event for the global art world, and this year is no exception. While the sheer volume of galleries and...

From the Margins to the Mainstream: 1-54's Impact on Contemporary African Art

Oct 9

From the Margins to the Mainstream: 1-54's Impact on Contemporary African Art

In the last decade, contemporary African art has surged to the forefront of the global art market–one of the pillars of influence can be...

Frieze Week London 2024: Tips for African Art Enthusiasts on how to Navigate these Seven Days

Oct 6

What's On

Frieze Week London 2024: Tips for African Art Enthusiasts on how to Navigate these Seven Days

" Frieze Week" returns to London from October 9th to 13th, 2024. The week will see a convergence of art lovers, collectors, curators,...

ART X LAGOS Reveals theme for its 9th Edition!

Sep 12

ART X LAGOS Reveals theme for its 9th Edition!

The leading international art fair in West Africa announces the theme for its 9th edition–"Promised Lands". Opening from 31 October—3...

Toronto Biennial of Art Announces Theme, Artists for Third Edition

Sep 10

Toronto Biennial of Art Announces Theme, Artists for Third Edition

The Toronto Biennial of Art (TBA) has revealed the theme, artist lineup, and venues for its highly anticipated third edition. Running...

Gallery 1957 Brings the Vibrancy of Contemporary African Art to Frieze Seoul 2024

Sep 6

Gallery 1957 Brings the Vibrancy of Contemporary African Art to Frieze Seoul 2024

Gallery 1957, a leading proponent of contemporary African art, is set to make a significant impact at Frieze Seoul's 2024 edition. The...

4 Must-See Booths at The Armory Show This Weekend!

Sep 6

4 Must-See Booths at The Armory Show This Weekend!

The Armory Show, the International Exhibition of Modern Art , unfurls its canvas this year from September 6 to 8, 2024. As we previously...

Rencontres de Bamako 2024 selects Artists and theme for its 14th Edition

Aug 7

Rencontres de Bamako 2024 selects Artists and theme for its 14th Edition

The Bamako Encounters, Africa's premier photography biennale has announced 30 artists and a thought-provoking theme: "Kuma," which...

Wael Shawky's Epic Reimagining of Egypt's Past at the 60th Venice Biennale

Aug 1

Wael Shawky's Epic Reimagining of Egypt's Past at the 60th Venice Biennale

The Egyptian Pavilion at the 2024 Venice Biennale stands as a testament to the power of history, art, and narrative. Spearheaded by the...

1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair Announces Dates for Marrakech 2025 Edition: Applications Are Now Open!

Jul 18

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...

FNB Art Joburg Returns to Sandton Convention Centre for Its 17th edition

Jul 1

FNB Art Joburg Returns to Sandton Convention Centre for Its 17th edition

FNB Art Joburg, the longstanding art fair showcasing contemporary African art and culture, is set to return to the Sandton Convention...

ART X LAGOS Reveals Dates for 2024 Fair!

Jun 1

ART X LAGOS Reveals Dates for 2024 Fair!

The leading international art fair in West Africa announces its dates for its 9th edition–opening from 31 October—3 November 2024.

1-54 New York: Here are Galleries to Watch

May 3

1-54 New York: Here are Galleries to Watch

If you have been keeping tabs on the tidbits of the Art industry then the opening of 1-54 New York’s 2024 edition won’t be news to you....

1-54 New York Returns With The Largest Edition To Date

May 2

1-54 New York Returns With The Largest Edition To Date

1-54 New Yor returns for its 10th year with the most extensive edition yet. Running from May 1-4, 2024, in a new location in the heart of...

Dakar Biennale Postponed to November 2024 due to unstable political landscape

Apr 28

Dakar Biennale Postponed to November 2024 due to unstable political landscape

Senegal, still recovering from a tumultuous political period, has announced the postponement of the 15th African Contemporary Art...

Beyond the Biennale: African Art Thrives in Venice

Apr 22

Events

Beyond the Biennale: African Art Thrives in Venice

While the national pavilions remain the grand dame of the Venice Biennale, a vibrant ecosystem of collateral events pulsates around them....

Art Report Africa Sets Its Compass on African Pavilions as the 2024 Venice Biennale Unfolds

Apr 18

Art Report Africa Sets Its Compass on African Pavilions as the 2024 Venice Biennale Unfolds

The 60th International Art Exhibition will open its doors on Saturday, April 20th, at the Central Pavilion (Giardini) and the Arsenale....

Top Highlight of 1-54’s Coalescent Lights Exhibition at Christie's Hong Kong

Mar 26

Top Highlight of 1-54’s Coalescent Lights Exhibition at Christie's Hong Kong

From March 26 to March 30, 2024, Christie's Hong Kong hosted Coalescent Lights , a contemporary African art exhibition curated by Kami...

Feb 22