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Infinite eye: a mural at the GoDown Arts Centre in Nairobi, during a public art festival. Photo courtesy Kim Gurney

5 indie art spaces in African cities worth knowing more about

Designed for purpose over profit, these DIY spaces thrive in cities, involve local neighbourhoods in storytelling, and build new possible worlds.
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie delivers his first budget speech. Theo Jeptha/Die Burger/Gallo Images/Getty Images

South Africa’s new arts minister can grow the industry – scholars outline what Gayton McKenzie’s 7 priorities should be

His department can enhance the country’s soft power and create jobs - but he’ll have to turn its reputation around and run its operations better.

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