We’re all heading to Cape Town! The 12th edition of the Investec Cape Town Art Fair (ICTAF) is calling, and we’re answering. Book your flights, pack your best fits, and let’s go.
From 21–23 February, the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) will be buzzing with the best in contemporary African art. With over 400 artists and 50+ galleries, the ICTAF returns for its 12th edition. Naturally, we are drawn to the young and emerging artists and the Tomorrows/Today section, as curated by Dr. Mariella Franzoni (@mariella.franzoni) showcases such artists that are pushing the boundaries of contemporary art in Africa.
With the sub-theme Experience, Attempt, Experiment, the artist selection brings together a dynamic mix of young and emerging talents from nine different countries, to explore elements of transformation, play, and new artistic possibilities. This segment showcases twelve artists whose works span textiles, photography, and painting, reflecting contemporary practices rooted in identity, socio-political commentary, and cultural exchange.
The exhibition segment has key programming:
Chat over Bubbles: Meet the Tomorrows/Today 2025 Artist – Friday 21 February 2025 | 11.00 12:00 AM
The Tomorrows/Today Prize Ceremony – Friday 21 February 2025 | 1:30 PM
TT Walkabout Mariella Franzoni – Friday 21 February 2025 | 5:00 — 6:00 PM
TT 2025 artists and galleries
- Joy Adeboye (AMG Projects) @joyadejolaadeboye @amgprojects.art
- Mankebe Seakgoe (BKhz) @mankebeseakgoe @bkhz
- Asma Ben Aissa (blue wind projects) @asma.ben.aissa @blue_wind_project
- Thando Phenyane (Eclectica Contemporary) @ateliermboma @eclecticacontemporary
- Warren Maroon (Everard Read) @warrenmaroon @everard_read_cape_town_
- Anthony Ngoya (Galerie Caroline O’Breen) @ndessabekaanthony @galeriecarolineobreen
- Georgina Maxim (Goodman Gallery) @vintageunhu @goodman_gallery
- Mulambö (Reiners Contemporary Art) @mulambeta @reiners_contemporary_art
- Mareli Lal (SMAC Gallery) @mareli_lal @smac_gallery
- Soukaina Joual (Spiaggia Libera) @soukainajoual @spiaggialibera.paris
- Agnes Essonti Luque (The Over) @essonti @the_overart
More than just a showcase of emerging talent, Tomorrow/Today is a platform that launches careers, sparks dialogue, and shapes the future of art. It’s where collectors find the next big thing, curators spot groundbreaking work, and audiences witness the evolution of contemporary expression.
- Tickets: Available online and at the venue. Early booking recommended!
- Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)
- Dates: 21 – 23 February 2025
- Transport: Accessible via MyCiTi Bus, Uber, and parking facilities at the CTICC
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