AKAA 2026 in Paris to spotlight photography and contemporary African art

The 11th edition of AKAA (Also Known As Africa) is scheduled for October 23 to 25, 2026, at the Carreau du Temple in Paris. With Sitor Senghor at the helm as artistic director, this year’s fair will focus on photography, marking the 200th anniversary of its invention. The event will delve into photography’s role in memory, identity, representation, and visual narrative. AKAA has established itself as a significant highlight of Paris Art Week, serving as a vital platform for contemporary African and Afro-descendant art, while fostering a burgeoning market that is gaining international attention and critical acclaim.