Latitudes is proud to welcome Pule Taukobong to the team

Occupying the Gallery will make a home in Braamfontein for a special edition with IFAS in collaboration with Artist Proof Studio.

In attempts to map out the landscape of contemporary art on the African continent, one might find that the curator occupies a nebulous position. Existing in no man’s land, between institution, artist and audience, it can be particularly difficult to understand what demands to make of the curator.

Valerie Kabov looks at the imperatives for new art fair business models in the changing art market through Latitudes' initiative of International Galleries Platform.

Art has always been deeply rooted in Mmakgabo’s cultural heritage, reflecting a profound reverence for the values that have shaped her upbringing and worldview

Jean Luc Iradukunda's art explores the complexities of identity, belonging, and home, acting as a bridge between cultures.

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has announced a call for applications for its ‘Emerging New Media Artist’ Programme, set to take place at the soon-to-open Diriyah Art Futures (DAF) centre. Latitudes spoke to Ibrahim Alsanousi, the acting CEO of Museums Commission, to learn more about their educational programme.

As an artist, it can be easy to get lost in your own world and overlook the importance of connecting with others. But promoting your art and drawing attention to what is special about it, is almost as important as creating it.

We are thrilled to announce that applications for the third iteration of the ANNA Award are now open.

Latitudes engages in a compelling conversation with artist Adele van Heerden.

Nkgopoleng Moloi on engaging with auctions in ways that align with one's comfort levels.

Valerie sits down with host Refiloe Mpakanyane to explain her approach toward supporting the artist; thriving in spite of the capitalist head-winds that Creativity faces; the need for unbowed and professional art criticism and the foundational need for art in every single person’s life.

Milisuthando Bongela is an award-winning writer, editor, cultural worker, artist and now, film-maker. In this episode we discuss, among many other things, her debut film, the self-titled: Milisuthando, a coming-of-age documentary that explores growing up in South Africa during and after Apartheid.

Artists are using watercolour in ways that link them to a radical tradition.

France and its Southern African partners are hosting an international convening on heritage, archives, and museums in Cape Town from 13 – 15 February 2024.

Host Refiloe Mpakanyane speaks with British-Ghanaian, Tate Modern, curatorial powerhouse, Osei Bonsu. A sought-after curator of contemporary art, Osei’s work has taken him all over the world, advising museums, art fairs as well as private collections. Before joining the Tate Modern as Curator of International Art, he had established the digital platform, Creative Africa Network, where he drew upon his experience to mentor artists and re-imagine more meaningful ways to create value for and among African artists on the continent.