Elvira Dyangani Ose Appointed Artistic Director of Zeitz MOCAA

Zeitz MOCAA is entering a new chapter with the appointment of Elvira Dyangani Ose as its new artistic director. She will take up the role on 1st October 2026, bringing extensive experience across leading cultural institutions in Europe, Africa, and the United States. Known for her work in contemporary art and her commitment to artists from Africa and its diaspora, her appointment brings a strong pan-African perspective to the museum as it prepares to mark its 10th anniversary.

Elvira Dyangani Ose Appointed Artistic Director of Zeitz MOCAA

At Zeitz MOCAA, Dyangani Ose will lead the museum’s artistic program as it continues to champion contemporary art from Africa and the diaspora. Her vision will place emphasis on artistic exchange, new perspectives, and creating meaningful experiences for audiences while strengthening connections between artists, communities, and cultural institutions.

Elvira Dyangani Ose Appointed Artistic Director of Zeitz MOCAA

Her appointment marks an important new phase for Zeitz MOCAA as it looks towards its next decade. Under Dyangani Ose’s leadership, the museum has an opportunity to deepen its role as a leading platform for contemporary African art while creating greater space for dialogue, collaboration, and cultural exchange across Africa and beyond.

Elvira Dyangani Ose Appointed Artistic Director of Zeitz MOCAA

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