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The 5 Inspiring African Artists Who Are Transforming Contemporary Art Worldwide

Maridadi (Swahili for ‘beautiful with style’) The incredible growth of contemporary art Long overlooked by the art market, contemporary African art is now on the rise…

Daffa Konaté Oct 8, 2023

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Amoako Boafo, an artist who is causing a stir in the art market

Amoako Boafo, 2022. Photographs by Fabrice Gousset A leading artist! Amoako Boafo is a Ghanaian artist. Based in Vienna, this rising star of contemporary painting has, in the space...

Daffa Konaté Oct 2, 2023

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A conversation with Mohamed Elmaouloud Ag Hamid, a Tuareg craftsman

A timeless African art form: Tuareg jewellery Could you introduce yourself? My name is Mohamed Elmaouloud Ag Hamid, and I am a craftsman from Timbuktu, Mali. I am the seventh gener...

Daffa Konaté Sep 25, 2023

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"Water is right": Barthélémy Toguo’s new socially conscious exhibition

From Water to Art with Barthélémy Toguo Unprecedented and masterful works… Barthélémy Toguo presents his new exhibition “Water is right” at the Lelong & Co gallery in Paris until...

Daffa Konaté Sep 17, 2023

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4 art forms in Kinshasa, a bustling and vibrant capital city

Kinshasa, the capital of the DRC and the country’s largest city, is also the third most populous city in Africa, with estimates ranging from 13 to 17 million inhabitants.…

Daffa Konaté Jun 3, 2023

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From yesterday to today: a wealth of artistic expression in the DRC

Traditional art… Traditional Congolese art is particularly rich and varied. It comprises Kuba, Tshokwe, Songye and Pende art forms, which are a source of pride for the country’s v...

Daffa Konaté May 22, 2023

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5 things to know about Nilhane, a lovely leather goods brand

NILHANE is a leather goods brand, founded in Bamako, Mali. The brand embodies the cultures of the illustrious Sahel region and the spirit of femininity.

Daffa Konaté Apr 18, 2023

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Ibrahima Gnigue: a feast of colours, costumes and accessories!

Women and culture are at the heart of her work! What is the theme and significance of the costumes and accessories, which are central elements of your work? As a member of the Lébo...

Daffa Konaté Apr 7, 2023

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Ghana Must Go: the story of a political bag!

A story about a bag! The “Ghana Must Go” bags, which are very common in West Africa, are often large, made of nylon, with a zip and recognisable by their blue or red gingham patter...

Daffa Konaté Mar 21, 2023

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James Barnor: an incredible career from Accra to London

James Barnor, a pioneer of Ghanaian photography James Barnor, born in 1929 in Accra, has had an incredible career spanning a fascinating period of history. He worked in Accra and...

Daffa Konaté Mar 14, 2023

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Sylvain Domingo Adékoulé: the painter and art teacher

  An interview with an art and jazz enthusiast! 1- Could you introduce yourself? My name is Sylvain Domingo Adékoulé; I am a visual artist and art teacher, and a graduate of the Éc...

Daffa Konaté Feb 25, 2023

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"Africa: The Renaissance is Underway" with Baba Diedhiou.

1- For the past 30 years, the Government of Senegal has organised the Dakar Biennale of Contemporary African Art. Following a postponement two years ago, this initiative of interna...

Daffa Konaté Feb 10, 2023