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Christie’s Paris Sells Two ‘Sacred Sculptures’ from Nigeria-Omenka Online

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June 30, 2020

Christie’s Paris Sells Two ‘Sacred Sculptures’ From Nigeria, Despite Protests from Scholars and Nigerian Heritage Authorities

Blessing Ngobeni: Chaotic Pleasure - Omenka Online

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June 26, 2020

Blessing Ngobeni: Chaotic Pleasure

Alleging ‘Plantation-Like Culture,’ Former Workers Accuse New Orleans Museum of Art of Racism and Hypocrisy

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June 26, 2020

Alleging ‘Plantation-Like Culture,’ Former Workers Accuse New Orleans Museum of Art of Racism and Hypocrisy

Yinka Shonibare CBE: Justice for All - Omenka Online

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June 25, 2020

Yinka Shonibare CBE: Justice for All

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October 04, 2019

The Herbert Macaulay Affair Premieres this October

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September 24, 2019

‘Clemency’ First Look: Sundance Winner Stars Alfre Woodard and Aldis Hodge in Heartbreaking Contender

Nomzamo Mbatha and Garcelle Beauvais Join Eddie Murphy in 'Coming 2 America'

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August 28, 2019

Nomzamo Mbatha and Garcelle Beauvais Join Eddie Murphy in ‘Coming 2 America’

More Than a Trend: The Ascent of the African Fashion Industry - Omenka Online

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August 23, 2019

More Than a Trend: The Ascent of the African Fashion Industry

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February 22, 2020

Point of View 5: Funding for the Visual Arts, Public and Private Sector Partnership

The Ben Enwonwu Foundation in collaboration with the Society of Nigerian Artists and supported by Alliance Française /Mike Adenuga Centre Lagos, will on February 26, present the fifth edition of its monthly series of talks ‘Point of View’(POV). It will hold at Alliance Française/Mike Adenuga Centre, Ikoyi, Lagos. Drawing from other creative disciplines and such diverse sectors as government, science and technology, POV interrogates the evolving role of the......

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December 16, 2019

Kaliné: There’s a Story Here

Kaliné Akinkugbe is a talented soul singer who has been deeply immersed in the world of music from a tender age. She started playing the piano at five years old. Taught and brought into the classical world of music by her mother, she learned how to play R&B, jazz, reggae and hip-hop music from her father. After completing her university degree in Economics......

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FASHION

Duro Olowu: Seeing Chicago - Omenka Online

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Duro Olowu: Seeing Chicago

From 29 February to May 10, 2020, the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA) will present Seeing Chicago...

0 / NEWS / February 28, 2020

In Conversation with Claire Idera

Art, Design, Fashion, Lifestyle

In Conversation with Claire Idera

Claire Idera is a creative entrepreneur dedicated to the development of art and design in Africa....

0 / Christina Ifubaraboye / December 03, 2019

Commemorating the Pioneers of Africa's Fashion Industry- Omenka Online

Fashion, Lifestyle, Luxury

Fashioning Africa: Commemorating the Pioneers of the Continent’s Fashion Industry

The African fashion industry has grown significantly over the last years. After decades of colonial rule,...

1 / Faith Katunga / November 22, 2019

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William Kentridge: Solo Exhibition Opens at Basel Kunstmuseum; Performances at Basel Theatre and Holland Festival

June 4, 2019

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Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Tools in Gabon that May Rewrite Our Understanding of Humankind’s History in Central Africa-Omenka Online

Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Tools in Gabon that May Rewrite Our Understanding of Humankind’s History in Central Africa

July 2, 2020

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Critical Stylistic Developments & Influences in African Painting

Critical Stylistic Developments & Influences in African Painting

July 1, 2020

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Major Slavery Exhibition Heads to MFA Houston and NGA -Omenka Online

Major Slavery Exhibition Heads to MFA Houston and the National Gallery of Art in Washington

July 1, 2020

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Simone Leigh Creates Limited-Edition Bronze Sculptures - Omenka Online

Simone Leigh Creates Limited-Edition Bronze Sculptures to Benefit Racial Justice Organisation Colour of Change

June 30, 2020

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Christie’s Paris Sells Two ‘Sacred Sculptures’ from Nigeria-Omenka Online

Christie’s Paris Sells Two ‘Sacred Sculptures’ From Nigeria, Despite Protests from Scholars and Nigerian Heritage Authorities

June 30, 2020

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Blessing Ngobeni: Chaotic Pleasure - Omenka Online

Blessing Ngobeni: Chaotic Pleasure

June 26, 2020

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Alleging ‘Plantation-Like Culture,’ Former Workers Accuse New Orleans Museum of Art of Racism and Hypocrisy

Alleging ‘Plantation-Like Culture,’ Former Workers Accuse New Orleans Museum of Art of Racism and Hypocrisy

June 26, 2020

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CULTURE & TRAVEL

Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Tools in Gabon that May Rewrite Our Understanding of Humankind’s History in Central Africa-Omenka Online

Architecture, Architecture & Design, Art, Culture & Travel, News, Travel

Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Tools in Gabon that May Rewrite Our Understanding of Humankind’s History in Central Africa

Archaeologists have dated stone tools from Lopé National Park in Gabon to 620,000 to 850,000 years...

0 / NEWS / July 02, 2020

Major Slavery Exhibition Heads to MFA Houston and NGA -Omenka Online

Art, Culture & Travel, News

Major Slavery Exhibition Heads to MFA Houston and the National Gallery of Art in Washington

A major exhibition telling the story of the transatlantic slave trade, bringing overlooked artists of African...

0 / NEWS / July 01, 2020

Dapaah Chocolates: A Taste of Luxury and Culture

Culture & Travel, Food & Wine, Interview, Lifestyle

Dapaah Chocolates: A Taste of Luxury and Culture

For several generations, the Dapaah family has worked in the cultivation of Ghana’s globally recognised cocoa...

0 / Ladun Ogidan / June 24, 2020

Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Tools in Gabon that May Rewrite Our Understanding of Humankind’s History in Central Africa-Omenka Online

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Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Tools in Gabon that May Rewrite Our Understanding of Humankind’s History in Central Africa

Archaeologists have dated stone tools from Lopé National Park in Gabon to 620,000 to 850,000 years...

0 / NEWS / July 02, 2020

Historic Tunisian Items Withdrawn from Paris Auction - Omenka Online

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Historic Tunisian Items Withdrawn from Paris Auction after Heritage Body Claims Works Left Country Illegally

A Paris-based auction house has withdrawn more than 100 historic Tunisian items from an online sale...

0 / NEWS / June 10, 2020

7 Tourist Attractions in Angola

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7 Tourist Attractions in Angola

Angola, the largest country in Africa, leaves tourists in awe with its abundant attractions and scenic...

0 / Oyin Olaniyan / July 05, 2019

MUSIC

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Mory Kanté: African Music Star Dies Aged 70

Mory Kanté (March 29, 1950 – May 22, 2020) was an acclaimed Guinean vocalist and player...

0 / NEWS / May 22, 2020

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DAP The Contract: Everybody Falls in the Summer

Born in Lagos, Nigeria, and growing up in a musical family, Dolapo Akinkugbe (DAP) started playing...

0 / Christina Ifubaraboye / January 07, 2020

Hennessy Artistry Marks 10th Anniversary Concert in Grand Style

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Hennessy Artistry Marks 10th Anniversary Concert in Grand Style

Over the past decade, Hennessy has been a key driver in promoting music, discovering new talent...

0 / NEWS / December 19, 2019