A decade of engaging with the political - Interview with Richard Mudariki
C ontemporary African art and artists are increasingly receiving wide attention and acclaim, and are occupying the centre of the ever-expanding global art industry. One of the new developments in contemporary art in Africa, albeit controversial, is the opening of the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa in September 2017 in Cape Town, South Africa. Among the visual artists from the continent gaining international prominence and recognition is the hardworking and talented Richard Mudariki, who was born in Chitungwiza, Zimbabwe. Mudariki started his practice at a very young age and by his teens his curiosity and interest in making art led him to contact established artists and art teachers in Harare. He was astutely advised and he has since succeeded in building a promising career of his own. His immigration to South Africa in 2010 took him from the periphery to the core of the art industry, providing him the opportunities and support to launch a full-time career...