Cultural Intelligence

1-54 New York 2026: The Fair That Reveals Africa’s Expanding Place in the Global Art Economy

1-54 New York 2026: The Fair That Reveals Africa’s Expanding Place in the Global Art Economy

For more than a decade, 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair has occupied a unique and increasingly influential position within the

June 1, 2026
Art Dubai at 20: A Global Platform Still Light on African Representation

Art Dubai at 20: A Global Platform Still Light on African Representation

As Art Dubai marks its 20th year with a reimagined special edition, the fair returns at a moment shaped by

April 15, 2026
What to Expect at the 2026 1-54 Marrakech

What to Expect at the 2026 1-54 Marrakech

Introduction: A Cultural Convergence in the Red City Every February, Marrakech becomes more than a destination; it transforms into a

February 2, 2026
A Comprehensive Guide to Exhibitions, Performances, and Cultural Highlights During 1-54 Marrakech

A Comprehensive Guide to Exhibitions, Performances, and Cultural Highlights During 1-54 Marrakech

As the global art world converges on Morocco for the 2026 edition of 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, Marrakech once

January 23, 2026
The Ultimate Guide to Africa’s Major Art, Design, and Architecture Events in 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Africa’s Major Art, Design, and Architecture Events in 2026

Across the African continent, 2026 marks a decisive moment for art, design, and architecture as disciplines that are no longer

January 19, 2026
Lagos: The Rising Star of Global Art in 2026

Lagos: The Rising Star of Global Art in 2026

For decades, the global art compass was fixed firmly toward the North Atlantic, oscillating between the clinical white cubes of

January 9, 2026
African Art Ascendant: Southern Guild and Goodman Gallery Shine at Art Basel Miami Beach 2025

African Art Ascendant: Southern Guild and Goodman Gallery Shine at Art Basel Miami Beach 2025

The 2025 edition of Art Basel Miami Beach has solidified the African continent’s standing as a powerhouse of contemporary innovation.

December 20, 2025
Celebrating Africans in the 2025 ArtReview Power 100

Celebrating Africans in the 2025 ArtReview Power 100

The 2025 edition of the ArtReview Power 100 list delivers a truly historic moment for global contemporary art: for the

December 6, 2025
An Unapologetic Force: ART X Lagos at 10 and the Blueprint for Africa’s Creative Future

An Unapologetic Force: ART X Lagos at 10 and the Blueprint for Africa’s Creative Future

The release of the ART X Lagos 10-Year Impact Report is not merely a commemorative document; it stands as a

October 13, 2025
UIA2026BCN: Your Essential Guide for African Architects to Shine in Barcelona

UIA2026BCN: Your Essential Guide for African Architects to Shine in Barcelona

Barcelona’s iconic cityscape, captured in a stunning aerial view from a helicopter, sets the vibrant stage for UIA2026BCN, UNESCO’s World

May 31, 2025
African Architects Light Up the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025: A Celebration of Heritage and Innovation

African Architects Light Up the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025: A Celebration of Heritage and Innovation

At the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025, themed Intelligens: Natural. Artificial. Collective., African architects and designers have taken center stage, showcasing

May 12, 2025
The Enduring Legacy of Olden West African Architecture: A Testament to Ingenuity and Culture

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

March 25, 2025