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Guardians of Culture: Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz Champion African and Diasporic Art
Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz have built a world-class collection focused on African and Black diasporic artists, supporting both established and emerging...
Zara Welcomes Ghanaian Artist Otis Kwame Kye Quaicoe in Stunning Accra‑Inspired Capsule
Zara has announced a groundbreaking capsule collaboration with Ghanaian painter Otis Kwame Kye Quaicoe. Featuring 16 curated looks—from vibrant embroidered trousers to...
The Vanguard: 10 Visionary African Artists Changing the Art World
From Afrofuturistic photography to socio-political painting, contemporary African artists are redefining the global art scene. This list features ten artists whose work...
Celebrating 60 Years of the Charles H. Wright Museum
Established in 1965 and opened in 1966, Detroit’s Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History commemorates six decades of collecting, educating...
Forbes Honours António Mota with Afrikanizm Artwork by Paulo Formiga
During the Doing Business Angola event, Forbes África Lusófona honoured businessman António Mota with Curiosity, a unique painting by artist Paulo Formiga,...
Mario Moore’s Oil Portraits Reclaim Black History and Resilience
Featured in Colossal on June 4, 2025, Mario Moore’s bold new oil paintings weave Black subjects into Flemish-style devotional imagery. With works like...
Bridging Continents: Dubai's New Gallery Showcases African Art in the Gulf
Dubai's vibrant art scene welcomes a new addition dedicated to African contemporary art. This gallery aims to bridge cultural gaps, offering a...
5 Must-Attend Contemporary African Art Fairs and Events
Contemporary African art is taking the world by storm, and these five must-attend fairs and biennales are at the heart of its...
Thó Simões Transforms Pumangol Drums into Artworks
As part of Brands with Art, Pumangol partnered with acclaimed Angolan street artist Thó Simões to create a unique fusion of industrial...