30 April 2025

The African Art Market, smaller in comparison to the rest of the world, is by no means insignificant to the global market. In 2021 alone, sales of ultra-contemporary works by African-born artists earned a whopping 800 million rand, and, that number is expected to grow exponentially with increased global interest.As we get set to enter the month of May, which is Africa Month, let’s explore the growing influence and investment potential of contemporary African art. Joining me for this chat is Marelize van Zyl, CEO of Aspire Art (One of South Africa’s leading voices in the art world)