The Vision of Mbali Dhlamini: Decolonisation Through Digital Art
Mbali Dhlamini is a South African multidisciplinary artist whose work explores the nuanced rhythms of decolonisation and cultural reclamation. As a visual researcher, her artistic practice combines tactile, visual, and discursive methods to create a transformative lens through which contemporary…
Tamary Kudita “Unchosen Histories” Through Fine Art Photography
Tamary Kudita is a Zimbabwean fine art photographer whose work masterfully intertwines themes of cultural duality, African identity, and the legacies of colonialism. Born in Zimbabwe but tracing her ancestry to the historical Orange Free State—a Dutch colonial region in…
Pule Magopa: Bridging Ancestral Heritage and Contemporary Discourse Through Digital Art
Pule Magopa, a contemporary South African digital artist, has emerged as a distinctive voice in the art world by intertwining themes of displacement, nostalgia, and ancestry. His work is a profound exploration of the complexities surrounding African ancestral practices, challenging…
Arlette Bashizi: Documenting Congo’s Realities Through the Lens of a Compassionate Photographer
Arlette Bashizi, born in 1999 in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is a talented documentary photographer and photojournalist who focuses on the social issues affecting her community, particularly in Goma, where she is currently based. Since 2018, Bashizi has…
Stacey Gillian Abe: Exploring Identity, Spirituality, and Cultural Mysticism through Art
Stacey Gillian Abe, a Ugandan contemporary artist, captures the multifaceted experience of being a Black woman through an autobiographical lens. Born in Kampala in 1990 and holding a BA in Art and Industrial Design from Kyambogo University, Abe has crafted…
Iyo Bisseck Cameroonian Artist Creates Digital Environments and Platforms for Social Justice and Collective Memory
Iyo Bisseck, a Cameroonian media artist and interaction designer, is pushing the boundaries of digital creativity and social impact. Through her work, Bisseck navigates the complexities of digital spaces, creating immersive environments, interactive installations, and narrative-driven games that address pressing…
Usawa Game: Engaging Mali’s Youth in the Fight Against Descent-Based Slavery
Jiwe Studios, in collaboration with SOAS University of London, Malian NGOs Donkosira and V4T, Kasart Media, and Kerdooff Productions, has proudly launched the Usawa Game, an innovative educational tool aimed at spotlighting the ongoing realities of descent-based slavery. Funded by…
Designing a 3D Study of a South Sudanese Nuer Tribe Woman
Representation matters more than ever in the world of 3D art and gaming. Ignacio Kaliman, a talented 3D artist, has taken significant strides to enhance African representation through his stunning study of a woman from the Nuer Tribe of South…
Joshua Nwambe Nigerian 3D Artist and Character Designer
Based in Nigeria, Joshua Nwambe has carved a niche for himself in the global art scene, using Blender 3D to craft intricate and captivating visual art. His work has transcended borders, making an impact across continents, from the USA to…
I A M I S I G O: Innovation through Digital Tools & Nigerian Wearable Art
At I.AM.ISIGO, the team has developed the I.AM.ISIGO Digital Mystery System to bridge the divide between physical and digital realms while preserving and disseminating ancient and endangered weaving techniques from Africa. This comprehensive digital tool is a product of extensive…