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Ghana’s National Museum: superb restoration but painful stories remain untold

The Conversation — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 15:03:12 +0000

Ghana’s national museum has been reopened after being closed for seven years.

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Tshwane University of Technology confers honorary doctorates to four prominent personalities

Kylie Kiunguyu — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 13:24:43 +0000

South African fashion designer David Tlale, renowned Ndebele artist Dr. Esther Mahlangu, business mogul Mike Nkuna and legendary musician and Malaria ambassador Yvonne Chaka Chaka were all recognised by Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) for their contribution to business, art, fashion, music, and culture.

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Kenya’s Samburu warriors still practise a rock art tradition that tells their stories

The Conversation — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 09:57:59 +0000

Instead of displaying myths, Samburu rock art reveals real-life stories and is made as a leisure activity.

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Feni Chulumanco takes his home to the galleries

New Frame — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 09:18:01 +0000

The young artist’s paintings tell the story of his upbringing and his determination to create excellent, original pieces. Now the long hours and hard work are paying off.

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Pride Month: Contemporary artists exploring Queer Africa

Kylie Kiunguyu — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 09:22:52 +0000

Artists move the dial when exploring the nuances of humanity. Their work helps us change perspective and have emotive dialogue about difficult themes. Here are some African visual artists using their mediums to reimagine sexuality, gender expression and identities.

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