Our Story

Africa's Art Deservesa Global Stage

AfriArtSpace was built to close the gap between Africa's extraordinary creative talent and the collectors, institutions, and audiences who want to discover it.

1,000+

Verified Artists

200+

Curators

80+

Galleries

18+

African Countries

Our Mission

Connecting African Creativity With the World

AfriArtSpace is Africa's premier digital marketplace for original art. We provide artists, curators, and galleries with the tools, visibility, and infrastructure to build sustainable creative businesses — online and across borders.

For collectors, we offer a curated, verified, and culturally rich destination to discover and acquire authentic African art — from emerging voices to established masters.

African art and creativity

Africa's Finest

Verified & curated

18 Countries

Pan-African reach

What We Stand For

Our Values

Pan-African Vision

We believe African art belongs on the world stage. Our platform connects creators and collectors across the continent and the diaspora — without borders.

Authenticity First

Every artwork sold on AfriArtSpace comes with a verified certificate of authenticity. We protect buyers and uphold the integrity of African creative work.

Community Over Commerce

We are built by and for the African creative community. Vendor success, fair commissions, and artist welfare are at the centre of every decision we make.

Technology as a Tool

AI-powered insights, smart pricing, and automated certificates — we use technology to remove friction so artists can focus on creating.

Our Journey

From Idea to Platform

2021

AfriArtSpace founded in Lagos with a mission to digitise African art commerce.

2022

First 100 verified artists onboarded. Beta marketplace launched across Nigeria and Ghana.

2023

Expanded to Kenya, South Africa, and Senegal. Certificate of Authenticity system introduced.

2024

AI-powered pricing advisor, art recommender, and fraud detection rolled out platform-wide.

2025

Launched Africa's Finest programme. Crossed 1,000 active vendors across 18 African countries.

2026

New platform generation launched — auctions, exhibitions, projects, and the African Art Calendar.

The Team

Built by Africans, for Africa

Our team combines deep expertise in African art, technology, and commerce.

M

M. Eichie

Co-Founder

Pan-African business consultant and serial entrepreneur with a track record of building ventures that bridge African talent with global markets.

Pan-African
F

Femi Williams

Co-Founder

Artist, collector, and gallerist whose deep roots in the African art world shaped AfriArtSpace's commitment to authenticity and community.

Pan-African
D

Desire Luke

Co-Founder

Consultant and strategist with a Pan-African vision, driving the platform's growth, partnerships, and long-term impact across the continent.

Pan-African

Trusted by Leading African Art Institutions

Circle Art GalleryGallery 1957Terra KultureZeitz MOCAAAfrican Artists FoundationArt X Lagos

The Platform

More Than a Marketplace

Original Artworks

Browse and buy verified original paintings, sculptures, photography, and mixed media.

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Digital Art

Discover and collect digital artworks with secure licensing and instant delivery.

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Live Auctions

Bid on rare and sought-after African artworks in real-time auction events.

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Exhibitions

Explore curated online exhibitions from galleries and independent curators.

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African Art Calendar

Stay connected with art fairs, openings, workshops, and cultural events across Africa.

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Artist Directory

Discover and follow artists, curators, and galleries from across the continent.

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Join the AfriArtSpace Community

Whether you create, curate, collect, or simply love African art — there is a place for you here.