Nairobi’s cultural mix blends traditional tribal art with modern expressions, creating a captivating fusion. Whether you’re enchanted by craftworks or fascinated by contemporary murals and visual arts, the city is an endless canvas of inspiration. We’ve handpicked the finest of Nairobi’s artistic and cultural gems. Explore our articles for an insider’s guide to the heart of Nairobi’s art scene.
One-off events, last-chance-to-see and newly launching exhibitions – we’ve got everything you should see in the Nairobi art world right now on one page, from the end of July through August.
A retrospective of artist Tabitha Wa Thuku’s work is currently exhibiting at Circle Art Gallery in Nairobi.
It’s the last chance to see some of these exhibitions and some are newly opened. Have a look at what’s on in the Nairobi art world.
Guest writer and curator Mahasin Ismael writes for iN about three artists who have made the difficult decision to leave their lives behind in war torn Sudan and re-settle in Nairobi.
We’ve scoured Nairobi and picked some choice events to attend this weekend. Whatever your vibe, there’s something here for you.
For the first in our series of book reviews by Soma Nami Books , Wendy Njoroge looks at “Travelling While Black – Essays inspired by a life on the move” by Nanjala Nyabola, providing us with her insights.
We’ve scoured Nairobi and picked some choice events to attend this weekend. Whatever your vibe, there’s something here for you.
iN attended the preview of Under Debate’s staging of the play 1984. This chilling drama will keep you on the edge of your seat.
One-off events, last-chance-to-see and newly launching exhibitions – we’ve got everything you should see in the Nairobi art world right now on one page, from the end of July through August.
A retrospective of artist Tabitha Wa Thuku’s work is currently exhibiting at Circle Art Gallery in Nairobi.