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Kwame Brathwaite, photojournalist and activist has passed away
Photographer Kwame Brathwaite, who helped popularize the "Black is Beautiful" movement of the 1960s, has died.
Apr 1, 2023


MoMA Apologizes for Kicking Out Black Artist Heather Agyepong From Installation
Museum security asked Heather Agyepong to leave the installation Black Power Naps, after a White visitor called her “aggressive.” The...
Mar 25, 2023


Benin's First Venice Biennale Pavilion to be organised by curator and critic, Azu Nwagbogu
The Republic of Benin will make history in 2024 when it presents its first ever national pavilion at the Venice Biennale.
Mar 25, 2023


Julien Creuzet: The First French-Caribbean Artist to Represent France at the 2024 Venice Biennale
Julien Creuzet is set to make a splash at the 2024 Venice biennale as France's representative
Mar 23, 2023


Retro Africa Debuts at Art Basel Hong Kong with solo presentation of Victor Ehikhamenor’s Tapestries
March 23rd - 25th March, 2023 | Hong Kong
Mar 22, 2023


Chiwoniso Kaitano appointed as the First Black Executive Director of MacDowell Artist Residency
The oldest and first artist residency program in the United States, has recently announced the appointment of, Chiwoniso "Chi" Kaitano
Mar 17, 2023


EMOWAA appoints Professor Chike Okeke-Agulu and Aindrea Emelife as Special Adviser, Curator
EMOWAA appoints Professor Chike Okeke-Agulu and Aindrea Emelife as Special Adviser, Curator
Mar 12, 2023


Nigerian-born Multidisciplinary Artist, Otobong Nkanga, Joins Lisson Gallery
Otobong Nkanga is known for her multidisciplinary practice based on colonial extractivism, which includes painting, drawing, film,...
Mar 11, 2023


Derrick Adams Joins Gagosian Gallery: An Exciting Addition to Contemporary Art
Renowned American artist Derrick Adams has been announced as the latest addition to the roster of artists represented by Gagosian...
Mar 9, 2023


SFMOMA and MoAD Announce Joint Curatorial Position on Art and Culture of The African Diaspora
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) and Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD) have recently announced a joint curatorial position
Feb 28, 2023


Kami Gahiga joins 1-54 Contemporary Art Fair team as Head of Galleries and VIP Relations
London-based art advisor and curator, Kami Gahiga will join leading art fair dedicated to contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora
Feb 17, 2023


Hank Willis Thomas Joins Pace Gallery
Celebrating Equality and Challenging Stereotypes Through Art Hank Willis Thomas, 2020 | Photo:Jeff Vespa Pace Gallery, which represents...
Feb 10, 2023


1-54 Marrakech Returns!
1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair announces the anticipated return of the Marrakech fair from 9-12 February 2023.
Feb 9, 2023


The Embrace: A Controversial Tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King in Boston
Beyond tribute…a testament to the power of love Have you ever wondered what it would be like to witness a symbol of love and resilience...
Feb 6, 2023


The High Museum's Driskell 2023 Prize Awarded to Ebony G. Patterson
Amoako Boafo Just Opened a New Residency Program and Exhibition Space in His Hometown of Accra to Support Fellow Artists.
Jan 22, 2023


Osei Bonsu Named VIA Curatorial Fellowship 2023 Recipient
Osei Bonsu Named VIA Curatorial Fellowship 2023 Recipient
Jan 21, 2023


The Roots of Our Hands, Deep as Revolt: Entangled Colonialities of the Green
An Installation: Challenging the Colonial Narratives of Nature and Culture What does it mean to be green in a world that has been shaped...
Jan 14, 2023


Ming Smith, A Trailblazer in Photography and Visual Arts, Recognized with Lifetime Achievement Award
A Beacon of Black Excellence: Celebrating the Struggle and Survival of Visual Artists Through the Lens of Ming Smith's Inspiring Career…...
Jan 14, 2023


Artist & Researcher, Emma Wolukau-Wanambwa, Dies at 46
A new survey of the Finnish artist’s work revives the urge to revisit the world of the Moomins
Jan 12, 2023


Michelle Commander Named Deputy Director of the NMAAHC
Michelle Commander, Source: National Museum of African American History and Culture The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American...
Jan 11, 2023
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