About the Tilga Art Prize

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Each year, Tilga honors emerging talent across the African continent and its diaspora through grants, exhibitions, and special initiatives. This archive reflects the impact of our partnerships and the visionary work of Tilga-supported artists.

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Other Artist Support Initiatives

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Tilga Fund Sponsorship with Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art

A grant from Tilga Fund helped bring to life YSMA’s Nigerian History Through Fifteen Artworks program, an immersive educational experience for secondary school students that uses art to explore Nigeria’s cultural legacy.

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