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Jan 23
A Guide to Top 10 Art Events in Major African Cities in 2025
If you want to truly feel the profundity of Africa’s unmatched creativity, there’s no better way than diving headfirst into its most...

Dec 9, 2024
At the Venice Biennale, Fewer Visitors but Greater Representation
The sun set on Venice’s seven-month-long art extravaganza entitled ‘Foreigners Everywhere’, and with it came the annual tally: 699,304...

Nov 28, 2024
Agnès Brezephin Wins the Grand Prix Léopold Sédar Senghor du Dak'Art 2024, Receives Prize from the Senegalese Head of State
The Grand Prix of the Head of State Léopold Sédar Senghor was awarded, at the opening of the 15th Biennale of Contemporary African Art...

Nov 24, 2024
Benin Unveils Inaugural Art Fair, An Extravaganza of Edo's Cultural Renaissance
From November 29 to December 8, 2023, Benin City will host the inaugural edition of the Benin Art Fair, themed Homepage to the Red City ....

Nov 18, 2024
Art X Lagos: West Africa’s Premier Art Showcase and the Sales Driving Its Growth
In just nine years, Art X Lagos has evolved into the beating heart of West Africa’s art scene. From October 31 to November 3, 2024,...

Nov 15, 2024
The 15th Dakar Biennale: Here is What to Expect
The 15th edition of the Dakar Biennale, a major international platform for contemporary African art, taking place in Dakar, Senegal, from...

Oct 10, 2024
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...


Oct 9, 2024
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...


Oct 6, 2024
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,...


Sep 30, 2024
Art Season: Things to look forward to in October
As September gets to its mid point, now is a good time to look at what October promises for the art world, with fairs and auctions...


Sep 12, 2024
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...


Sep 6, 2024
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...

Sep 4, 2024
African Galleries take Armory Show 2024! Here's was to expect...
New York City's premier art fair, The Armory Show, is gearing up for its fourth edition, scheduled to take place from September 6-8 at...


Aug 7, 2024
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...


Aug 1, 2024
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...


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 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 6, 2024
7 Artists to Watch at the Tokyo Gendai 2024
Art enthusiasts, mark your calendars, the Tokyo Gendai art fair is primed to make a splash at Pacifico Yokohama this July, from Friday,...


Jul 1, 2024
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...


Jun 1, 2024
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.
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