Event Type : Workshop

A Monthly Celebration of Swahili Literary Culture Welcome to a special workshop on learning the art of writing Children’s Stories. This workshop will be led by children’s book author Blandina Lucas and veteran illustrator Cloud Chatanda. All participating writers and readers will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of plots and illustrations within stories. This is a golden opportunity for emerging writers and those who aspire to learn how to draw and write for children — come and gain valuable knowledge by joining this workshop.

An exhibition by Alex Gastone Mkwizu (TZ) This exhibition turns its gaze beneath the surface of the Indian Ocean, revealing the urgent realities of climate change and the destruction of fragile marine ecosystems. From coral bleaching and broken reefs to the loss of young fish and threatened livelihoods, the exhibition asks audiences to consider what often remains unseen — yet deeply affects us all.

An activity-filled day in the ocean This hands-on outdoor experience will immerse participants directly in the marine environment. Activities will include boat riding, snorkelling, stand-up paddleboarding, and scuba diving, offering a unique opportunity to connect with ocean ecosystems firsthand. Guided by professionals, participants will not only enjoy adventure activities but also gain a deeper appreciation of marine biodiversity and the importance of protecting it. Fee details to follow.

Suit up, transform, and bring your favourite characters to life

Get ready for an exciting Cosplay Meet-Up filled with anime vibes, creativity, games, and unforgettable character transformations! Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer, a gamer, an anime lover, or simply curious about the culture, this is the perfect space to connect with fellow fans and creatives. Explore anime merchandise booths, take part in fun activities and board games, and show off your best cosplay look in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Come dressed as your favourite character and bring the energy for an evening celebrating imagination, fandom, and self-expression.

[UP NEXT] Wondar Labs: Focus Freestyle

Wondar Labs is House of Wondar’s professional development program for dancers and performing artists looking to deepen their practice, expand their tools, and learn from working professionals.

Next week, Tidah Anthony leads Focus Freestyle—a week of exploration, experimentation, and exchange around freestyle dance forms – with a different guest dancer each day.

🕙 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 House of Wondar

Designed for dancers and performing artists with prior movement experience.

Free for Tanzanians.

Register via the link in our bio or scan the QR code.

Women Artists’ Art Week 2026 is here!

Rangi Gallery is proud to join the global celebration of women’s creativity, innovation, and impact through art.

Join us for an inspiring evening dedicated to amplifying the voices of women artists, fostering meaningful conversations, and celebrating the power of creative expression across cultures.

📅 10 June 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Rangi Gallery
🎟️ Free Entry

As part of the global WAAW World 2026 initiative, we stand alongside cultural spaces worldwide in championing gender equality in the arts and creating opportunities for women artists to thrive.

#WAAW2026 #WomenArtistsArtWeek #WAAWWorld

An exhibition by Safina Kimbokota (TZ) Folded Memory of Whispering Leso is an exhibition by Tanzanian metal sculptor, painter, and textile artist Safina Kimbokota, exploring the often-unseen realities of pregnancy and motherhood in Tanzania. Rooted in her doctoral research and developed through collaborative workshops with pregnant women and mothers from health centres across Dar es Salaam, the exhibition reflects on fear, exhaustion, resilience, grief, and care. Through immersive installations, sculpture, textiles, and a cocreated woven tapestry, Kimbokota invites audiences into the emotional and physical experiences carried by women during pregnancy, labour, and motherhood. The exhibition highlights the silence surrounding maternal struggles from postpartum depression and loss to the emotional weight of expectation and sacrifice. Rather than a critique, Folded Memory of Whispering Leso is a call for empathy and visibility. By sharing stitched and spoken stories from mothers themselves, the exhibition transforms maternal mortality and caregiving from distant statistics into deeply personal human experiences. It is both an honouring of Tanzanian mothers and a reflection on the resilience required to carry life into the world.

Learning language through coffee and conversation Join us for another vibrant Language Café, where language learners and speakers from all backgrounds come together to practise, connect, and have fun through conversation. This edition’s theme is Music, so expect lively ice-breakers, interactive activities, and discussions inspired by songs, rhythms, and musical cultures from around the world. Whether you’re learning French, German, Swahili, English, or another language, come ready to speak, listen, and share through the universal language of music.

Goldsmithing with Richard Zitting (FI) Join us for an artist talk with Richard Zitting, who will share the creative and practical processes behind goldsmithing. Through personal insights and experiences, he will explore the different stages involved in creating a piece from the first spark of an idea to the technical precision required to bring it to life. The talk will also touch on the challenges, discoveries, and opportunities that arise along the way, reflecting on the balance between experimentation and discipline: moving from a childlike, playful openness to a deeply focused, refined state of mind.

A special student theatrical performance. We are bringing together students from Aga Khan and the French School Dar es Salaam for an inspiring evening around the theme “Our Planet, Our Future.” This creative project uses theatre as a lively and inclusive way for young learners to express themselves in French while reflecting on climate change, environmental responsibility, and the future of our communities. Through imagination, performance, and collaboration, these young performers invite audiences into a hopeful and thought-provoking celebration of language, creativity, and collective action for the planet.