Koyo Kouoh
‘She had a fresh, informed eye’: mural depicting late Venice Biennale curator Koyo Kouoh displayed in lagoon city
Derrick Adams’ piece features “beams of gold signifying the brilliance and reach” of the curator’s influence
In Minor Keys: how Venice's international exhibition was brought to life after the death of artistic director Koyo Kouoh
Our guide to the themes and strands of this year's international exhibition, and some of the key artists on display
Venice Biennale curatorial team reveal how they are bringing the late Koyo Kouoh's vision to life
The team announced the 111 artists and artist collectives—many of whom come from the Global South—that will be included in the exhibition "In Minor Keys"
Art market 2026 predictions: underwhelming rebound and another Frieze fair
Our columnist gazes into her crystal ball to spot the major trends—from London regaining its lustre to AI fatigue—that are set to dominate the trade over the coming 12 months
In memoriam: remembering art world figures who died in 2025
Jaune Quick-to-see-Smith, David Lynch and Koyo Kouoh were among those who passed away this year
'Everything you will see is the fruit of her work': Venice Biennale 2026 will follow late curator Koyo Kouoh's vision
The exhibition titled "In Minor Keys" will be realised by her core team “in strict accordance with the plan she defined", it was announced at a press conference today
Remembering Koyo Kouoh, one of the most influential curators in the global art world, and one of its most original thought leaders
The executive director of Zeitz Mocaa, Cape Town, had been due to announce her plans as curator of the international exhibition at the 2026 Venice Biennale
‘An immense void in the world of contemporary art’: Koyo Kouoh, curator of the 2026 Venice Biennale, has died, aged 57
The acclaimed curator was due to present her plans for the exhibition next week