African Art Performance

Mexico beat South Africa 2-0

Artist performing South Africa's national anthem before 2026 World Cup opener in Mexico revealed

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway in Mexico, the opening ceremony will honor nations from around the globe. But which artist has been chosen to perform South Africa's national anthem before the historic first match?

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Mexico throttles South Africa to open World Cup in red card bonanza

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World Cup begins with Mexico hosting South Africa in opening match

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Mexico get World Cup party started with win as South Africa see red

Mexico got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts swept away South Africa 2-0 on Thursday in a tempestuous clash with three red cards as the pyrotechnic smoke of the opening ceremony gave way to...

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Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener amid 3 red cards

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Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup’s opening match

2026 World Cup live updates: Mexico vs. South Africa

With goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez, El Tri started on the right foot with a 2-0 win over a nine-man South Africa.

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See photos of the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City

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Mexico vs South Africa Features Fastest Goal in World Cup Opener Since 2006

The Punch on MSN

UR4Africa exhibition showcases African futurism

'rendered': 'Creativity, culture and youth expression took centre stage on Saturday as UR4Africa Project, hosted the live segment of its three-day exhibition and fundraising event at ARTLab Gallery, GRA Ikeja,

Forbes

Davido’s 5th Grammy Nod: Why Best African Performance Changes Everything

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Atlanta Journal-Constitution

African artists explore identity, the body in ‘Insistent Presence’

Painting, photography, sculpture, ceramics and animation are part of engaging Carlos Museum exhibition through Dec. 14. Installation view of "Insistent Presence: Contemporary African Art from the Chazen Collection," on view at Emory University's Michael C.

insider.si.edu

National Museum of African Art Announces “Here: Pride and Belonging in African Art”

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art has announced “Here: Pride and Belonging in African Art,” opens Jan. 23–Aug. 23. Artists’ voices are central to this exhibition, which features works by Zanele Muholi, Toyin Ojih Odutola, Rotimi ...

Artnet

What the West Gets Wrong About Restitution

Restitution is not about objects alone. It’s about restoring systems, rebuilding opportunities, and giving West African art the infrastructure it deserves. MOWAA exists to empower our contemporary artists, scholars, and communities. Yinka Shonibare CBE ...

The Nation Newspaper

FULL LIST: Top nine Africa’s most awarded artists

African music has grown into a powerful global force, driven by artists whose consistency, creativity, and cultural influence have earned them widespread recognition. These musicians have collected hundreds of awards across local, continental, and ...