One year after launching Africa Basel, co-founder Ben Füglister returns with a second edition that expands beyond the traditional art fair model. Set in a new venue during Basel Art Week, Africa Basel continues its commitment to showcasing contemporary African art while opening conversations around music, design, archives and alternative models of participation. Speaking with Mayi Arts, Füglister reflects on the lessons learned from the inaugural edition, the challenges facing art fairs today, and why independent cultural platforms matter more than ever.