The article recounts the vibrant atmosphere and cultural richness of the Accra Cultural Week, an event that celebrates contemporary African art and fosters global artistic exchange. Held from October 24th to 28th, this year’s event marked its third edition, hosted by Gallery 1957 in partnership with the OmenaArt Foundation. It showcased exhibitions, artist talks, performances, and studio visits, emphasizing Ghana’s thriving art scene and its influence on the global stage.
Highlights included notable exhibitions at Gallery 1957, such as “Keeping Time” by Ekow Eshun and Karon Hepburn, Lois Selasie Arde-Acquah’s solo performance, and Andrew Pierre Hart’s residency-inspired works. The event also featured visits to prominent studios, like Serge Attukwei Clottey’s, whose community-focused art engages with everyday objects. Emerging voices, such as Awanle Ayiboro Hawa Ali, brought attention to feminist perspectives, while institutions like the Dikan Center and the Artemartis Collective provided platforms for young and established talents.
Polish-Ghanaian philanthropist Omenaa Mensah played a pivotal role, using the event to inaugurate the Kids Haven Sport & Art Complex—a transformative project supporting vulnerable children and promoting arts education. Her initiatives extend to funding scholarships for promising artists and bridging Ghanaian culture with global art networks.
The week underscored the authenticity, innovation, and boundless potential of Ghana’s contemporary art scene, leaving attendees inspired by the country’s cultural depth and artistic ambition.