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50 Influential African Women Architects (2025 Edition)
Last year, we at Africans Column proudly unveiled the inaugural edition of 50 Influential African Women Architects, a heartfelt tribute...

The Enduring Legacy of Olden West African Architecture: A Testament to Ingenuity and Culture
West Africa is home to some of the most fascinating and enduring architectural marvels, built by indigenous societies long before...

Lagos Gallery Weekend Returns for a Spectacular Second Edition, Showcasing the City’s Thriving Art Scene
Lagos Gallery Weekend (LGW) is set to make an exciting return for its second edition, transforming Nigeria’s cultural capital into...

Zangbeto Side Table: A Masterful Convergence of Tradition and Contemporary Design
The Zangbeto Side Table is a striking piece of furniture that seamlessly blends West African heritage with modern craftsmanship. Designed...

IyunOla Sanyaolu Joins Prestigious Tracey Emin Residency for 2025–26
The Tracey Emin Foundation has announced IyunOla Sanyaolu as one of the artists selected for its highly competitive 2025–26 Artist...

MACAAL Reopens with Groundbreaking Exhibition ‘Seven Contours, One Collection’ in Marrakech
After an extended period of transformation, the Museum of African Contemporary Art Al Maaden (MACAAL) in Marrakech has reopened its...
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50 Influential African Women Architects (2025 Edition)
Last year, we at Africans Column proudly unveiled the inaugural edition of 50 Influential African Women Architects, a heartfelt tribute...

20 African Furniture Designers Shaping African Design
African furniture design is experiencing a renaissance, with creators across the continent blending traditional techniques with contemporary aesthetics. These designers,...

20 African Gallerists Shaping African Art
Each week, Africans Column curates a special list to celebrate Africans making a significant impact in the fields of art,...
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MACAAL Reopens with Groundbreaking Exhibition ‘Seven Contours, One Collection’ in Marrakech
After an extended period of transformation, the Museum of African Contemporary Art Al Maaden (MACAAL) in Marrakech has reopened its...

kó Gallery Unveils ‘Dry Season’: Eva Obodo’s Poetic Exploration of Scarcity and Resilience
In a striking convergence of material, memory, and metaphor, kó Gallery presents Dry Season, a solo exhibition by acclaimed Nigerian...

Nifemi Marcus-Bello Explores the Paradox of Copper in Nigeria with ‘Whispers of a Trail’
In his latest furniture collection, ‘Oríkì (Act III): Whispers of a Trail,’ Nigerian designer Nifemi Marcus-Bello wrestles with the contradictions...