Visual ArtsAfrofuturism in East African Visual Art: Beyond Wakanda
How East African artists are creating Afrofuturist visions that go beyond Hollywood stereotypes and imagine truly African futures.
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Visual ArtsHow East African artists are creating Afrofuturist visions that go beyond Hollywood stereotypes and imagine truly African futures.
Theatre & PerformanceKenyan theatre is experiencing a revival, blending traditional storytelling with modern technology to reach new audiences across the continent.
Film & VideoA new wave of Kenyan documentarians is challenging the outsider gaze and creating intimate, authentic portraits of Kenyan life.
MusicOnce the soundtrack of Kenya, benga music has faded from the mainstream. What happened, and can it make a comeback?
Theatre & PerformanceFrom immersive performances to sold-out runs, Nairobi's theatre scene is thriving. But structural challenges threaten its sustainability.
MusicFrom the clubs of Eastlands to global streaming platforms, gengetone has become the voice of a generation.
Visual ArtsA guide to the spaces shaping Kenya's visual art landscape — from established institutions to experimental collectives.
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Kuona Artists Open Studio 2026
Kuona Artists Collective, Nairobi
Visual ArtsNairobi International Jazz Festival 2026
Carnivore Grounds, Nairobi
MusicEast African Film Festival 2026
Alliance Française, Nairobi
Film & VideoNairobi Poetry Slam Championship
Kenya National Theatre, Nairobi
Books & LiteratureCurated event picks, new reviews, and exclusive content from the East African art scene.