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Saqqara Tomb Painting Stolen, Egypt Probes Theft

A precious limestone artwork has disappeared from the historic Saqqara necropolis near Cairo, marking yet ...

France Returns Remains of Slain Malagasy King After 127 Years

In a historic move after 127 years, France has officially returned the remains of King ...

Netherlands Returns 119 Looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

On Thursday, June 26, 2025, the Netherlands returned 119 looted artifacts, known as the Benin ...

Banana artwork

Banana Artwork Sells for $6.2 Million, Sparking Art World Debate

Maurizio Cattelan’s banana artwork The Comedian sold for $6.2 million, fueling debates on modern art, ...
Exhibition

Germany Hosts Exhibition to Enhance Understanding of Africa Through Art

Germany hosts "Africa Through Art," an exhibition in Berlin aimed at enhancing understanding of African ...
Art Auction

Nigerian Art Auction Sets New Record for Contemporary African Art Sales

On December 4, 2023, a Nigerian art auction set a new record for contemporary African ...
Arts Exhibition

Sierra Leone Hosts First National Arts Exhibition in Freetown

Sierra Leone's first National Arts Exhibition in Freetown, held on September 15, 2023, showcases the ...
Lomé Street Art Festival

Togo Celebrates Annual Lomé Street Art Festival

The Lomé Street Art Festival in Togo celebrates urban creativity on July 20, 2023, featuring ...
Ibrahim Mahama

Ghanaian Artist Ibrahim Mahama Unveils Monumental Sculpture in Accra

Today, celebrated Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama unveiled his latest monumental sculpture in Accra, drawing widespread ...

Romuald Hazoumè

Beninese Artist Romuald Hazoumè Wins Prestigious International Art Award

Beninese artist Romuald Hazoumè wins a prestigious international art award on August 9, 2023, recognized ...

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