Namibian artists take centre stage at RMB Latitudes Art Fair

Two Namibian artists are set to showcase their work at one of Africa’s premier art events, thanks to sponsorship from RMB Namibia. Jo Rogge and Lynette Musikubili will represent Namibia at the RMB Latitudes Art Fair, taking place from 23 to 25 May in Johannesburg.The sponsorship, facilitated through local arts platform The Project Room, was officially handed over at a recent event in Windhoek. RMB Namibia’s group communications manager, Kirsty Watermeyer, hailed the occasion as “a powerful affirmation that Namibian stories deserve global stages”.Now in its third edition, RMB Latitudes is known for its inclusive approach to contemporary African art. This year’s event will feature artists and exhibitors from across the continent.Musikubili, a textile artist from the Zambezi region, returns to the fair with a new body of sculptural work exploring the identity and experiences of young Namibian women. Rogge, a veteran in the Namibian arts scene and founder of Sister Namibia, brings decades of multidisciplinary work rooted in social justice and heritage.Global voices Watermeyer emphasised RMB’s belief in the transformative power of creativity. “The same imagination that fuels great businesses also fuels great art,” she said. “We’re proud to support Namibian artists like Jo and Lynette, whose voices deserve global recognition.”Frieda Lühl, founder of The Project Room, expressed gratitude for RMB’s support. “As a small business, having a partner like RMB allows us to focus on curating strong exhibitions without financial constraints.”RMB Namibia’s involvement underscores its long-standing commitment to the creative sector. “This is more than sponsorship,” Watermeyer added. “It’s about opening doors, creating access and elevating talent.”Namibia’s presence at RMB Latitudes highlights the country’s growing influence in Africa’s contemporary art space, bringing authentic local stories to international audiences.

Namibian artists take centre stage at RMB Latitudes Art Fair

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Namibian Sun 2025-06-23

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