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.…
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Meet a curious young Malian artist who is passionate about art and loves to reinvent himself! He brilliantly combines painting with scraps of fabric, which he works on with great...
Raymond Yves Kono is a Cameroonian artist whose vibrant works capture colourful scenes from everyday life. He focuses on ‘the spirit’ through his unique characters. What is your...
An interview with a Senegalese art lover who currently lives in Canada. This art enthusiast, who enjoys painting in her spare time, agreed to answer questions from the editorial te...
Two years ago, designer Thebe Magugu became the first African designer to win the LVMH Prize, one of the industry’s most prestigious awards. This provided a wonderful internation...
