african culture

Art

Swiss museum showcases 100 years of Black figurative painting

An ambitious exhibition, showcasing how artists have depicted everyday Black joy in painting over 100 years, has made its way from South Africa to Switzerland.

25/06/2024

Art

Nigerian artist Ken Nwadiogbu on migration and working with Burna Boy

Euronews Culture sat down with Ken Nwadiogbu, a visionary artist who is preparing to showcase his solo presentation 'Journey Mercies: A Migration Symphony' at ART SG later this month.

12/01/2024

Culture news

French couple lose court case over African mask worth millions

The elderly French couple sold an "extremely rare" African mask for €150, when it was really worth millions. A court ruled their own carelessness was to blame.

19/12/2023

Art

Couple sue dealer for reselling their €150 African mask for €4.3m

The State of Gabon has joined the dispute, highlighting the broader issue of repatriating Africa's cultural heritage looted during colonial times.

03/11/2023

Art

Afrobeats star Mr Eazi discusses his new album 'Evil Genius'

Euronews Culture spoke to Mr Eazi, a shining star in the African music scene, following the release of his debut full-length album, 'Evil Genius'.

27/10/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: The day Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti was arrested

4 September 1984: The day Fela Kuti was arrested.

04/09/2023

The Star Ingredient

Cooking with Soumbala: A Burkinabé flavour powerhouse

The first thing that hits you is the smell. The pea-sized néré pods from the néré tree may be small but they pack a powerful olfactory punch. Once transformed into mouth watering soumbala, they’re a crucial addition to a host of traditional meals eaten all across West Africa.

30/06/2023

Culture news

What is Afrobeats - and why is it so popular?

The musical genre is becoming more and more popular - a point made by artist Burna Boy, who made history last weekend by becoming the first African artist to headline a stadium show in the UK, playing to a sold-out crowd of 60,000 fans.

06/06/2023

The Star Ingredient

Lesotho: This Chef is saving Basotho cuisine from disappearing

Seen as food for the poor, traditional Basotho dishes aren't as popular in Lesotho as their Italian or American counterparts. As a result, the country's food culture is rapidly disappearing. How does this affect the African country?

28/04/2023

Culture news

Chineke orchestra begins classical music tour in United States

Chineke, Europe's first majority Black and ethnically diverse orchestra, has been leading the way in creating a more diverse future for classical music.

25/03/2023

Art

Mosaic artist revives Sudan historic moments in mosaic

Abu Bakr al-Sherif hopes to spread his art by creating works depicting key public figures or reviving pivotal events in Sudan's history.

05/03/2023

Culture news

Journey through the history of African photography in Antananarivo

African contemporary arts received a significant boost last year with the opening of a new arts space in the capital of Madagascar. Elise Morton recently returned from Antananarivo where she discovered an unusual show with lots to say to the world about African photography.

15/01/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: A look back at this day in history

On this day in 1973: The power of Christ compels you on Boxing Day! The greatest film of all time, 'The Exorcist', premieres in theatres. Also, happy Kwanzaa!

26/12/2022

Culture news

Euroviews. The Woman King: if you see one movie this year, please make it this

As Black History Month draws to a close in the UK, culture critic Tina Charisma argues why everyone should take time out to watch Hollywood's historical portrayal of bold Black women on the big screen.

29/10/2022

Culture news

Are enough of the Benin Bronzes being returned?

The artefacts were looted from the kingdom of Benin by British soldiers in the 1800s, now they're returning home.

25/08/2022

Culture news

Largest ever exhibition of African fashion opens at London's V&A

A new exhibition titled 'Africa Fashion' tells the history of the continent's clothing, and showcases the best of contemporary designers.

30/06/2022

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Egypt's ancient 'zar' ritual puts exorcism on stage

At Cairo's Makan Cultural Centre, the Mazaher ensemble performs a lighter version of "zar", an music and dance ritual with centuries-old roots, that aims to ward off or exorcise jinn, or evil spirits.

10/05/2022

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Women make music with kitchen items to highlight female 'suffering'

Pots, pans and giant pestle and mortars: these are the instruments of an all-female group from the Republic of Congo, who are using their music to highlight the reality of life for many women in the country.

10/11/2020

Living

Euroviews. The complicated relationship between Blackness and veganism

Tianna Johnson discusses why 'white veganism' didn't work for her.

12/10/2020

France

'Greatest drummer': Afrobeat pioneer Tony Allen dies aged 79

"The greatest drummer on Earth has left us," said Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea, paying tribute to Tony Allen, who has died aged 79.

01/05/2020