Kibongobongo Exhibition Reimagines Dar es Salaam Through Everyday Art
Running from 3 July to 17 August 2026, the 'Kibongobongo' exhibition at Nafasi Art Space in Dar es Salaam showcases the works of ten artists and one institution from Tanzania, Kenya, and Portugal. Curated by Simon Sogodi, the exhibition draws on the term 'Kibongobongo,' which signifies the unpredictability of Dar es Salaam, to present varied viewpoints on urban life. Featured media include digital illustrations and editorial cartoons that highlight daily realities—such as street vendors, daladalas, and traffic—demonstrating the city's resilience. By blending local and international narratives, the exhibition encourages dialogue and employs humor to critique authority, with Sogodi's goal of broadening the understanding of contemporary visual culture in the region and enhancing connections among artists.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Kibongobongo' at Nafasi Art Space, Dar es Salaam, from 3 July to 17 August 2026.
- Features ten artists and one creative institution from Tanzania, Kenya, and Portugal.
- Curated by Simon Sogodi, Visual Arts Manager at Nafasi Art Space.
- Includes cartoons, photography, animation, digital illustration, and installation.
- Uses the nickname 'Kibongobongo' to explore Dar es Salaam's urban life.
- Focuses on everyday experiences like daladalas, street vendors, and traffic.
- Aims to challenge traditional boundaries of contemporary art.
- Humour is used to address serious subjects and critique power.
Entities
Artists
- Simon Sogodi
- Jeremia Adam
- Martin Shayo
- Lizana Kafwa
Institutions
- Nafasi Art Space
- ART AFRICA
Locations
- Dar es Salaam
- Tanzania
- Kenya
- Portugal