BREAKING NEWS: Hasselblad Foundation has returned 497 prints, valued roughly $5-million, to Ernest Cole Family Trust in Memelodi, Pretoria. Ernest Levi Tsoloane Cole was the first black freelance photographer in South Africa. In the early 1960s, he started to freelance for

Yesterday we celebrated the publication of An African History of Africa.
My book is the culmination of over 7 years of travel, through more than 30 African countries.
Everyone is originally from Africa, and this book is therefore for everyone.
Thank you all for your support!

Congrats to Nigerian 🇳🇬 Chess master ♟️Tunde Onakoya ♟️ - Tunde Onakoya - who has broken the record for the longest chess marathon, after playing for over 58 consecutive hours. bbc.in/4aXH25D

The UK has returned 32 royal artefacts looted from Ghana's Asante Kingdom in the 19th Century.

The 150-year old artfacts were returned by the British Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum, but on a three-year loan, not on a permanent basis.

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Extend your stay with our curated 3-day post conference creative safari to explore, create & connect. 🔗 rb.gy/97rva0
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Update your living space with this SunMen with the Birds throw pillow - its vibrant design will brighten up any space. Scan the QR code to shop!
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From inception in 2001, @ngwenyathefounder has seen many milestones reached through the variety of programs and realised his vision of “turning townships into towns”

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Come and join us as we shine a spotlight on township art & entrepreneurs with our curated experiences & exhibitions. More info 🔗 rb.gy/2fykdp

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REMINDER🗓 We’re gearing up to the ArtVenturous Travel Conference - our teams on the ground are ready to welcome you!
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The winter cold hasn’t quite entered the chat but it’s never too early to start adding items to your closet! The grey Original SunMan pullover hoodie is a collector’s item to have. Scan the QR code to add this item to your closet.

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ArtVenturers kick off the fun with our pre-conference tour where sports & art meet! Get your tickets here🔗 rb.gy/2fykdp

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Our cultural gallop program which allows both arts and equestrian enthusiasts to explore townships and engaging with communities all on horseback. Scan the QR code for more!
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A versatile accessory that can be styled with various outfits - the Maboneng Township Arts Experience scarf in black is just that! Scan the QR code to shop!

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🎟ArtVenturous Travel Conference tickets are out - includes park & ride! Get yours now 🔗 rb.gy/2fykdp
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Come and join us on Arts Unleashed - our exciting program redefining the way we explore and engage with the arts. See how we transform these traditional arts spaces into spaces of creativity and competition. Scan the QR code for more info!
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Step out in style in the Ode To my Township graphic t-shirt dress with an original @ngwenyathefounder print. Scan the QR code to shop.

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Hundreds of thousands of enslaved Americans freed themselves during the Civil War. On the back of this painting of a family seizing their own freedom, the artist, who traveled with Union troops in Virginia, wrote “A veritable incident as seen by myself in Centerville.”

We are looking for innovators and exhibitors to be a part of the ArtVenturous Travel Conference 2024 taking place this May! Send an email with relevant info to [email protected] with either “Speaker - Artventurous” or “Exhibitor - ArtVenturous” in the subject line.

The partnership with The Learning Trust for our After School programs has yielded amazing results, read more here: rb.gy/a926qd

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