A pioneer of contemporary African art, Simon Njami has spent decades challenging definitions and reshaping narratives. At 1-54 London 2026, his exhibition Feeling Pure Magic offers a reflection on artistic freedom, memory and the invisible connections that bind us.

At the 14th edition of 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair in London, Gallery Misr founder Mohamed Talaat and director Menna Genedy reflect on Cairo's contemporary art scene, the gallery's presentation of three Egyptian artists, and the importance of building lasting connections across the African continent.