To celebrate our corporate donor African Export-Import Bank's (Afreximbank) first year of philanthropy, we spoke with Stephen Tio Kauma, Group Managing Director of Human Resources. Corporate donations like those from Afreximbank are essential in underpinning the success of our operations, empowering us to fulfil our mission and vision. Their generous support has been instrumental in allowing us to continue delivering our unique multidisciplinary residency in Nigeria, which has garnered the attention of creative practitioners locally, from the diaspora, and further afield across the globe. Discover more about Afreximbank, the motivation behind its support for the creative industries, and the lasting impact the Bank hopes to make on the world.

In May, Tilga Art Fund resident Katesi Kalange explored integrating non-biodegradable materials into urban architecture in Lagos. G.A.S. Fellow Amanda Iheme researched the intersection of Nigerian tropical modernism and affordable housing, hosting a photography showcase and presenting her findings in a residency retrospective, Ugwu-001.

Tiwani-supported resident Dawit L. Petros focused on photographic and moving image works, leading workshops and concluding his residency with Ekphrasis, an immersive public cinema experience. Additionally, G.A.S. Foundation launched Re:assemblages, a cultural program focused on African art libraries. The Annotations phase includes internships and a research associate program, with participants conducting research and planning events to share their findings.