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2 days ago

Koyo Kouoh Named Curator of Venice Biennale 2026, Becoming First African Woman

In a groundbreaking decision, the Venice Biennale has appointed Swiss-Cameroonian curator Koyo Kouoh as the artistic director of its 61st...

3 days ago

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...

6 days ago

Ghana Culture Forum Launches New Website to Promote Art and Cultural Heritage

The Ghana Culture Forum (GCF) has unveiled a new website aimed at enhancing the visibility and promotion of Ghanaian cultural heritage,...

Nov 30

Osa Seven Takes Benin’s History To Rio: A Solo Exhibition At The Muhcab-Museum Of Afro Brazilian History And Culture, Rio De Janeiro

Renowned visual artist Osa Seven is currently showcasing his solo exhibition, "1897: An Urban Contemporary Representation of Historic...

Nov 27

Smithsonian National Museum of African Art Welcomes Seven Global Leaders

As the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art marks its 60th anniversary, it has announced a the appointment of seven new members to...

Nov 25

Amanda Akokhia Wins the 2024 Fashion Photographer at the British Photography Awards

Nigerian fashion photographer Amanda Akokhia has been awarded the winner of the 2024 Fashion Photographer category at The British...

Nov 9

Lagos Biennial Announces Theme for its 2026 Edition

In two years, the city of Lagos will host the 5th edition of the Lagos Biennial , promising an ambitious and transformative experience...

Nov 7

Christiana Ine-Kimba Boyle Leaves Pace for New York's Canada Gallery

Christiana Ine-Kimba Boyle returns to Canada gallery as partner and co-owner, after leaving her post as senior director of Pace Gallery....

Oct 31

Artist Gaëlle Choisne Becomes the Winner of the 2024 Prix Marcel Duchamp

Gaëlle Choisne, a talented 39-year-old French-Haitian artist, has been awarded the prestigious Prix Marcel Duchamp, France's top art...

Oct 31

Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Prize 2025: Lindokuhle Sobekwa makes shortlist

The Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Prize has unveiled its shortlist for 2025, featuring four international artists: Cristina De...

Oct 26

ART X Lagos: West Africa's Art Powerhouse Returns

Each year, ART X Lagos has increasingly cemented its place in the global art calendar. From October 31 to November 3, 2024, the fair will...

Oct 18

Smithsonian’s Repatriation of 29 Benin Bronzes Clears Final Legal Hurdle

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a case seeking to block the Smithsonian Institution from returning 29 Benin Bronzes to...