Esther Mahlangu
Esther Mahlangu is a renowned South African artist famous for her vibrant geometric paintings that reflect the traditions of Ndebele art. Her works have seen a rising demand, including a mural unveiled at the UK's Serpentine Gallery, highlighting her influence in contemporary art.
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Esther Mahlangu is featured in the exhibition 'Her Currency', which foregrounds women's experiences in economic life.
The South African Reserve Bank Museum opens its vaults to history, memory and the public
South Africa· 2026-07-03
Qhawekazi Mazaleni admires Esther Mahlangu for taking Ndebele art around the world while staying grounded in her identity.
Miss SA 2025 Qhawekazi Mazaleni on pageantry, purpose and possibility – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-10-31
Esther Mahlangu is one of the contemporary artists featured in the exhibition Africa: Direct.
« En Ukraine, la première exposition consacrée aux arts du continent africain met en relation des expériences de domination communes »
France· 2025-10-22
Esther Mahlangu's tapestries were exhibited in the hotel lobby the year after Márcio Vilela's exhibition.
Entrar no hotel Tivoli para ver os sóis de Ana Trancoso | Artes
Portugal· 2025-04-09
Esther Mahlangu is known for her vibrant geometric works carrying on the traditions of Ndebele art.
‘No longer on the margins’: how women are outperfoming men in Africa’s art market | Global development
United Kingdom· 2025-02-24
