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Zimbabwean contemporary art is mourning the death of Patrick Makumbe, a pioneering figurative painter whose work captured the struggles, friendships and quiet humanity of everyday life. His passing marks the loss of an important artistic voice who helped connect generations of Zimbabwean painting.

Zimbabwean contemporary art is mourning the death of Patrick Makumbe, a pioneering figurative painter whose work captured the struggles, friendships and quiet humanity of everyday life. His passing marks the loss of an important artistic voice who helped connect generations of Zimbabwean painting.

Patrick Makumbe (1978–2026)

2 days ago

Calvin Dondo (1963–2025): A Master of the Lens

Calvin Dondo (1963–2025): A Master of the Lens

Calvin Dondo (1963–2025): A Master of the Lens

Sep 23, 2025

Breaking News: Koyo Kouoh, Visionary Director of Zeitz MOCAA, Passes Away.

Breaking News: Koyo Kouoh, Visionary Director of Zeitz MOCAA, Passes Away.

Breaking News: Koyo Kouoh, Visionary Director of Zeitz MOCAA, Passes Away.

May 10, 2025

Obituary: Richard William Jack (10.03.1949 - 04.07.2024)

Obituary: Richard William Jack (10.03.1949 - 04.07.2024)

Obituary: Richard William Jack (10.03.1949 - 04.07.2024)

Jul 17, 2024

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