Kudzanai Chiurai
Zimbabwe | Photography, Multimedia, Painting
Politically charged works addressing issues like conflict, identity, and governance in Africa.
Exhibitions
Conflict Resolution
2012 - Goodman Gallery, Johannesburg, South Africa
A solo exhibition where Chiurai explored themes of conflict, power, and resistance in post-colonial Africa through a combination of photography, video, and mixed media works.
State of the Nation
2011 - Goodman Gallery, Cape Town, South Africa
This exhibition featured Chiurai’s iconic work addressing political turmoil and social issues in Zimbabwe, using photography and multimedia to critique African leadership and governance.
Documenta 13
2012 - Kassel, Germany
Part of the prestigious Documenta exhibition, Chiurai presented works that addressed issues of political power, identity, and cultural heritage in Africa, gaining international recognition.
We Live in Silence
2017 - Zeitz MOCAA, Cape Town, South Africa
A major solo exhibition that included Chiurai's film, photography, and installation works, reflecting on the silencing of dissent and the complexities of African identity and history.
The Future of Memory
2015 - Kunsthalle Wien, Vienna, Austria
A group exhibition where Chiurai's work was included, focusing on contemporary African art that deals with the themes of memory, history, and the aftermath of colonialism.
Regarding the Ease of Others
2017 - The Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA), London, UK
This solo exhibition featured Chiurai's powerful visual critiques of post-colonial African societies, particularly focusing on the interplay of art, politics, and societal issues.