The Dakar Biennale Returns Amid COVID-19 in 2021

May 19, 2021

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The Dakar Biennale Returns Amid COVID-19 in 2021The prestigious Dakar Biennale, also known as Dak’Art, officially returned on May 19, 2021, after being postponed in 2020 due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. As one of Africa’s leading contemporary art exhibitions, the event is widely recognized for providing a platform for African artists to showcase their work to an international audience.

This year’s edition is being held under the theme “I Ndaffa,” which translates to “Out of the Fire” in the Serer language. The theme reflects the resilience of African art in the face of the challenges posed by the pandemic, highlighting the role of creativity in overcoming adversity.

The Dakar Biennale 2021 features the works of over 60 artists from across the African continent and the diaspora. These artists present a range of visual arts, including paintings, sculptures, photography, and multimedia installations. The Biennale serves as an important cultural event not only for Senegal but for Africa as a whole, attracting collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts from around the globe.

In response to the ongoing pandemic, the organizers have implemented strict health protocols to ensure the safety of both participants and visitors. Social distancing measures are in place at exhibition venues, and mask-wearing is mandatory. There is also an emphasis on outdoor installations and smaller, more intimate gatherings to comply with safety regulations. Additionally, some parts of the Biennale are available to a virtual audience through online exhibitions and live-streamed discussions.

Despite these limitations, the Biennale remains a major cultural event, reflecting the importance of African art on the global stage. Artists participating in the exhibition are using their work to address a variety of contemporary issues, including social justice, climate change, and the ongoing impact of the pandemic on communities across Africa.

The return of the Dakar Biennale is being celebrated as a significant moment for the art world, as it marks one of the first major international cultural events to take place in Africa since the onset of COVID-19. The Biennale will continue until June 21, 2021, with both physical and virtual exhibitions open to the public.

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