Born in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and now based in the city of Arusha, she has long explored the contours of artistic expression, navigating both personal and collective storytelling. Her work is an arresting interplay of dark, bold female figures set against vast, unpainted spaces – an artistic choice that speaks volumes about presence, absence […]

February in Cape Town pulses with creativity, and this year, the city’s art scene took centre stage beyond the usual Valentine’s Day clichés. Africa’s leading auction house, Strauss & Co, hosted a Galentine’s Day event, celebrating the power of kinship among womxn, intentionally using ‘x’ instead of ‘a’ in that spelling to inspire conversation. Held […]

When great minds think alike, magic happens, as the recently formed Cape Ballet Africa has proved from day one. Founder and artistic director Debbie Turner dreams big, aims high, and glides with the grace of a pas marché towards her creative goals. Collaboration and innovation are central to her success. She surrounds herself with ballet, […]

From 30 January to 2 February 2025, the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair returns to Marrakech, bringing together an extraordinary mix of established names and emerging talent from Africa and its diaspora. For art lovers, this sixth edition promises four days of powerful visuals, cultural exchange, and storytelling that stretches far beyond the gallery walls. […]

The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) is currently presenting One Must Be Seated, an acclaimed solo exhibition by Ghanaian-American artist Rita Mawuena Benissan. Opened on 13 November 2024, this groundbreaking exhibition runs until 5 October 2025 and delves into the cultural traditions of Ghana, particularly the symbolic practices of Asante chieftaincy. Image […]

art’otel London Battersea is delighted to announce the arrival of its latest artist-in-residence, Emmanuel Unaji, who will be showcasing his distinctive works until Tuesday, 12th November. Emmanuel Unaji, a British-born Nigerian multidisciplinary artist, has made his mark not only in the world of fine art but also in the realms of design and fashion. As […]

The landscape of luxury design, the intersection of art, futuristic technology, and cultural exchange notably all come together as iconic Danish brand Bang & Olufsen has chosen to make its mark, collaborating with the acclaimed South African artist Lulama “Wolf” Mlambo to create a truly distinctive and culturally significant work of art – the Beosound […]

From humble beginnings as a handmade ceramic brand to a multifaceted lifestyle label, LRNCE has captured the hearts of design enthusiasts around the world with its playful motifs and distinctive aesthetic. Founded by Laurence Leenaert in Marrakech, Morocco, LRNCE has seamlessly expanded its product range from ceramics to include homeware, tapestries, clothing, and now hospitality […]