KING NGABO

King Ngabo

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DIFFERENT, SAME WOUNDS

2025

Acrylics on Canvas · 50 X 50 cm ( 20 pieces- each)

Institutions & projects

About the project

Project · 2024- Present

ABANART PROJECT

ABANART PROJECT: An educational program introducing public primary school children to art. Selected children are invited to Kigali for museum visits, libraries,cultural centers, and the Parliament, enriching their learningexperiences. This project is endorsed by letters of recommendation from the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Y outh and Arts.

Institution · 2023- Present

Museum Ingabo

Museum Ingabo for Contemporary Art & Storytelling for Humanity is an independent cultural institution founded by King Ngabo to advance artistic research, memory preservation, education, and contemporary creative expression through art and storytelling. Originally established in Kigali as Rwanda's first private museum dedicated to contemporary African storytelling and art for humanity, the museum became a space for dialogue, reflection, and community engagement. Following the closure of its Kigali site by the City of Kigali due to a rent dispute, Museum Ingabo entered a period of transition. Rather than bringing its mission to an end, this moment has become an opportunity to reimagine the institution and build a more sustainable future rooted in accessibility, community, and long-term cultural impact. The museum is now developing a permanent home in Gakenke District, Rwanda, where it will become a living cultural campus combining exhibition spaces, artists' studios, residencies, research facilities, and community programs. By establishing itself in rural Rwanda, Museum Ingabo aims to make contemporary art and storytelling more accessible to underserved communities while preserving memory, fostering creativity, and inspiring dialogue for future generations.

Center for Art & Knowledge · 2026 — present

Atelier Ejoo

Atelier Ejoo is a center for art and knowledge Co-founded by King Ngabo to foster creativity, learning, and cultural exchange. The name EJOO comes from the Kinyarwanda word ejo, meaning both “yesterday” and “tomorrow,” reflecting the belief that creativity is rooted in the past while shaping the future. Through exhibitions, workshops, artist talks, performances, a community library, and collaborative programs, Atelier Ejoo brings together artists, researchers, writers, and the public to explore ideas, share knowledge, and celebrate contemporary African creativity. It serves as a platform where art becomes a catalyst for dialogue, education, and social impact. Atelier Ejoo envisions becoming one of Rwanda’s leading cultural hubs, nurturing emerging and established artists while connecting local communities with global artistic conversations. By bringing together art, research, and innovation, it seeks to inspire creativity, preserve culture, and empower future generations.

Project · 2023 — present

Art for Memories

Art for Memories: A digital platform (web & mobile) preserving the memory of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi through artistic expression. This initiative, supported by the Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) and IBUKA, is accessible at www.artformemories.com and via the ART FOR MEMORIES app.

Art Fair · Annual

Art Week Kigali

ART WEEK KIGALI Edition I July 16-26, 2026 Art Week Kigali is a contemporary art festival curated by King Ngabo that celebrates the diversity, innovation, and creative spirit of Rwanda’s contemporary art scene. Set in the heart of Kigali, the festival brings together artists, curators, collectors, and the public through exhibitions, conversations, workshops, screenings, and cultural experiences. Rooted in Kigali’s story of resilience and transformation, Art Week Kigali provides a platform for emerging and established artists to share their work, exchange ideas, and engage with local and international audiences. The festival positions art as a catalyst for dialogue, cultural exchange, and creative discovery. Art Week Kigali envisions becoming one of East Africa’s leading contemporary art festivals, strengthening Rwanda’s cultural landscape while connecting African artists and stories with the world.

On the work

My practice investigates the relationship between memory, identity, and the absence of archives.

— — KING NGABO

Master Classes

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Trusted by

RWANDA DEFENSE FORCE COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE
UNIVERSITY OF GLOBAL HEALTH EQUITY
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
AFRICAN LEADERSHIP UNIVERSITY
HARVARD SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

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