
IN CONVERSATION
Exclusive interviews with African Contemporary Artists uncovering their unique story with no filters.
A closer look at Barry YUSUFU’s future classics
A deep thinker with a contemplative mind, Barry YUSUFU in this interview shares his reflections with Mayi Arts as we retrace the steps of his singular artistic journey. The Nigerian-born artist is currently based in London, where he is completing a Master’s degree at Central Saint Martins.
In Conversation: Lucky Mamu UNU contemporary storyteller
Depth and introspection emerge from Lucky Mamu UNU cinematographic photography. The Effurun (Warri, Nigeria) native explores identity shift and exploration through his lenses often using sharp contrasts to merge individuality with the collective. A gentle invitation to explore the mysteries of the human soul.
Sungi MLENGEYA presents Tides of Being, a captivating new chapter
In this exclusive interview with Mayì Arts, Sungi Mlengeya shares the inspirations behind Tides of Being, her latest exhibition opening in New York on April 10. As she explores new techniques and embraces greater confidence in her artistic expression, Mlengeya delves into the joyful dance of life that her art so effortlessly exudes.
Tuli MEKONDJO MBUMBA, The Stellenbosch Triennale Specials
In this exclusive interview, Tuli MEKONDJO invites us to dive deep into forgotten chapters of Namibia while exploring the inspirations behind her installation at the Stellenbosch Triennale Eshina lyo ku topa topa/Typewriter.
In Conversation : Anastasie LANGU LAWINNER or the Embodiment of Resilience
In this interview, Anastasie Langu Lawinner shares her journey, marked by an unwavering determination to succeed in the face of adversity. She recounts her beginnings and her path to France in 2022. Through her intense and intimate work, Anastasie invites us to look at our realities without embellishment, with raw sincerity.
Mous[t] See: Lamrabat's Homecoming at Marrakech
In this interview for Mayi Arts, Mous Lamrabat discusses the conceptual foundations of Homesick, his latest series on view at Loft Art Gallery Marrakech through March 15, 2025. The 20 new works manifest as a sentimental peregrination, underlining the profound, multifarious bonds between selfhood and homeland.

Sacred Womanhood
Inside Manyaku Mashilo’s Art exploring the healing power of ‘The Laying of Hands’
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