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The New Director of Smithsonian's African Art Museum on the Importance of Preserving Our History through Art
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The New Director of Smithsonian's African Art Museum on the Importance of Preserving Our History through Art

Gus Casely-Hayford started his tenure to preserve the cultural legacy of the continent through art in February.

This Stunning Photo Series Captures the Mystery and Beauty of Benin’s Voodoo Tradition
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This Stunning Photo Series Captures the Mystery and Beauty of Benin’s Voodoo Tradition

Swiss-Guinean photographer Namsa Leuba's new photo series challenges how the western gaze views African traditional religions.

100 Women: Lady Skollie on Papayas, Politics, & Breaking the Patriarchy
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100 Women: Lady Skollie on Papayas, Politics, & Breaking the Patriarchy

Her paintings of fruit symbolize the balance between fragility, power and human sexuality.

Africa Does It Better: Here's What Happened at 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair Marrakech
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Africa Does It Better: Here's What Happened at 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair Marrakech

1-54 Marrakech was all Africa, everywhere.

1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair Landing in Marrakech is 2018's Most Anticipated Art Event
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1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair Landing in Marrakech is 2018's Most Anticipated Art Event

The leading art fair dedicated to contemporary African art makes its mark on the continent for the first time this weekend.

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These African Women Artists Discuss Using Art as a Language of Resistance to Patriarchy

We speak with South African artist Mary Sibande and Egypt's Ghada Amer at the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art.

Wangechi Mutu Creates Powerful Guardians of Female Identity in 'Ndoro Na Miti'
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Wangechi Mutu Creates Powerful Guardians of Female Identity in 'Ndoro Na Miti'

Wangechi Mutu's latest, 'Ndoro Na Miti,' is a fortified safe space for womanhood both in the fantasy and real realms.

Lina Viktor Paints a Multiverse of Black Womanhood With Her Stunning Visual Art
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Lina Viktor Paints a Multiverse of Black Womanhood With Her Stunning Visual Art

We spoke with visual artist, Lina Viktor, about the various expressions of womanhood in her art.

A Conversation with Ato Malinda and Yinka Shonibare MBE on Exploring Identity in “African Art”
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A Conversation with Ato Malinda and Yinka Shonibare MBE on Exploring Identity in “African Art”

Ato Malinda and Yinka Shonibare MBE talk to Okayafrica on how they address the conflict of cultural identity and artistic practice.

Marcus Samuelsson on Why He's Finally Releasing a Red Rooster Cookbook and What Makes Harlem Great
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Marcus Samuelsson on Why He's Finally Releasing a Red Rooster Cookbook and What Makes Harlem Great

Chef Marcus Samuelsson speaks with Okayafrica on his new cookbook, his new D.C. restaurant, his favorite African street foods and more.

Wangechi Mutu, Jidenna, Santigold & More Come Together for a Cause at ‘Africa’s Out! 2016’
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Wangechi Mutu, Jidenna, Santigold & More Come Together for a Cause at ‘Africa’s Out! 2016’

This year's Africa's Out! benefit was a night of supporting East Africa's UHAI EASHRI and honoring South African photographer Zanele Muholi.

Six African Artists Disrupt Time In a New Smithsonian Exhibit
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Six African Artists Disrupt Time In a New Smithsonian Exhibit

At the Smithsonian, six African artists use the body to challenge our understanding of time and whether it must always move forward.

South African Photographer Alexia Webster's Street Studios From The DRC, South Africa & Madagascar
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South African Photographer Alexia Webster's Street Studios From The DRC, South Africa & Madagascar

South African photographer Alexia Webster's street studio portraits of women in the DRC, South Africa and Madagascar are on view in NYC.