Art Fair in Congo (AFIC),

About the event

WHO WE ARE *

WE ARE A BUSINESS THAT SUPPORTS CONGOLESE ARTISTS

The mission of ART Fair in Congo (AFIC) is to promote Congolese art in order to increase its visibility both nationally and internationally. 

After a long hiatus from the Republic of Congo, I found myself fascinated and interested by the art objects sold along the roads of its cities. During a trip to a local market with co-founder Dr. Okouma Mbela Tchichelle, we came across a painting of “Tintin in Congo”—which is famously known for its negative representations of Africa. 

It is with this in mind that AFIC was born and of which we need your help more than ever. We want to help elevate this artistic scene; we want more than ever to be the springboard they need to become better known to the general public, nationally and internationally. Moreover, with the current Congolese socio-economic context, it is not easy for an average artist to claim an excellent promotion of his/her creations.

We strongly believe that artistic expression is, in the same way as scientific and literary subjects, a means of improving one’s economic situation and the human condition.

"Art is the fruit of the creativity of free people" - John Fitzgerald Kennedy

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Why should you sponsor?

“ART IS A REAL LEVER FOR CHANGE TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE SOCIETY. PROMOTING CONGOLESE ART IN THE CURRENT ECONOMIC CONTEXT IS NOT A PROCESS, IT IS ABOVE ALL A NECESSITY.” Dr. Viviane Okouma-Mbella Tchichelle

We believe in our mission, to promote Congolese art in order to increase its visibility both nationally and internationally. However, why should YOU care?

• You believe in the power of Art.
• You believe that engaging in artwork matters. Society considers art as an insignificant profession while it actually needs the same qualities of innovation and rigor as the major subjects studied, such as mathematics and science. You want to lift individuals out of poverty by ensuring that they use the talent that not so many possess.

You want to expand your brand beyond the confines of the United States. The primary industries found in the Republic of Congo (central Africa) are oil and agriculture. The over dependency of these two means that there is a plethora of industries that have yet to be explored.

There are 26 embassies in Brazzaville, from countries like Angola to countries such as Turkey and France; and 33 consulates. The widespread number of an international presence is bound to expand your brand and international recognition.

For every donation you give, 5% will go towards providing children with art materials. 

Alexandra Dongala

Art Fair in Africa (AFIC) is an event led by two women, Alexandra Dongala, MPH and Viviane Okouma Mbella Tchichelle, PhD . 

Alexandra Dongala, MPH: The return to my native country has allowed to discover its artistic wealth which only served to dazzled me. It gave me the desire to share this wealth and allow artists to live their art.

[https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-dongala-2917396b/]

Viviane Okouma Mbella Tchichelle, PhD : Passionate about sustainable development issues, i attach great importance to the promotion of art and culture as levers for change towards a sustainable society. Beyond my scientific skills; communicating through guitar and piano notes is part of my everyday life. As a result, i have come into contact with the Congolese artistic world and have correctly assessed the need for national and international visibility. We can do this!  

[https://www.linkedin.com/in/viviane-okouma-mbella-tchichelle-53752b42/] 

 

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