Stary Mwaba

Stary Mwaba

artist Zambia

Stary Mwaba is a prominent Zambian visual artist known for his poignant works that reflect the social and environmental issues surrounding Zambia's mining industry. Born and raised in the Copperbelt region, Mwaba's art often explores the legacy of toxic mining waste and the struggles of local communities. His innovative use of materials, such as old newspapers and vibrant colors, allows him to weave narratives that highlight the resilience of ordinary people amidst adversity. Mwaba's recent exhibition at the Lusaka National Museum focuses on the lives of young miners in Kitwe, showcasing their hardships and aspirations through a series of striking portraits.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
31,098
Power
1,237$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 9.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 31,098 $2,700,000 1,237$
Totals 1 67,886,011 31,098 $2,700,000 1,237$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Stary Mwaba is one of Zambia's leading visual artists, known for his work that reflects the lives of young miners in the Copperbelt. 9

BBC: Zambia's Stary Mwaba mines the toxic legacy of the Copperbelt's 'black mountains'