Ghana's Art Scene in Evolution: Interview with 1957 Gallery Founder Marwan Zakhem

Marwan Zakhem, the founder of 1957 Gallery located in Accra, shares insights on the contemporary art landscape in Ghana. The gallery was inaugurated on March 6, 2016, coinciding with Ghana's Independence Day, at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast & Galleria Mall. Zakhem's passion for African art ignited over two decades ago in Dakar and intensified after his relocation to Accra in 2004. His mission is to uplift local artists and enhance their visibility on a global scale. Ghana's vibrant art scene is shaped by figures such as Kwesi Botchway, Amoako Boafo, and Serge Attukwei Clottey. Additionally, initiatives supporting women in art are on the rise, alongside increasing government backing, highlighted by Ghana's involvement in recent Venice Biennales. New educational ventures, like Ibrahim Mahama's Savannah Center for Contemporary Art, are also emerging.