capital Newspaper
By RodahMogeni
African creative art has been experiencing tremendous growth over the years. Currently, it is among the scenes that attract huge revenues, boosting the economy of the continent. Many nations have been heavily investing in the sector, considering its huge benefits. Also, it showcases and promotes the history of different African cultures. Which country has the best and modern art gallery in Africa, though?
Art galleries are the best avenues for displaying visual arts and creative forms of expression. Usually, exhibits and art fair events display drawings, paintings, printmaking materials, crafts, and sculptures. Some galleries include other artistic disciplines such as conceptual and performing arts. Which country are you likely to find at least one famous contemporary art gallery in Africa? Countries with the best art galleries in Africa are South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, and Ethiopia.
Daily Maverick
By making art from recyclable materials – other people’s rubbish – Moffat Takadiwa is commenting on environmentalism and inequality. He is also sending the garbage back to the West through his practice: ‘As they continue dumping in Africa, I return it,’ he says.
From one of Zimbabwe’s oldest, most overpopulated slums, Mbare township in Harare, artist Moffat Takadiwa tells his story using discarded materials from garbage dumps to weave expressions that speak about environmentalism and inequality.
Surrounded by countless garbage heaps in open spaces around the city and in townships such as Mbare and other high-density suburbs, Takadiwa draws inspiration and creates intriguing art pieces that have gained him international status.