Hollywood meets Nairobi: CCH Pounder and Angela Robinson-Witherspoon’s Visit Signals a New Chapter for East Africa’s Art Market 

In this entry, Thaddeus Wamukoya reflects on a trip hosting devoted art collector and Hollywood actress CCH Pounder, joined by Angela Robinson-Witherspoon in Nairobi. From intimate studio visits with Sudanese artist Eltayeb Dawelbait to curated meet-and-greets hosted by Tewasart Gallery, their presence cast a global spotlight on local talent and reaffirmed the power of meaningful artist–collector relationships.