Benin hosted an exhibition of historic artworks returned by France last year, over a century after they were stolen.

We love to hear about the African art and culture enriching people’s lives internationally. Here’s a collection of shows open this week around the world.

Milan’s central train station is to play host a ‘World of Banksy’ exhibition, featuring reproductions of works by the British street artist.

‘One can immediately recognise the South African painter’s geometric style and dynamic colour intricacies’: Dr Esther Mahlangu is set to have a solo exhibition at the Almine Rech Gallery in Paris.

‘Thank you for your gift’: American singer Kelly Rowland was blown away after viewing South African artist Nelson Makamo’s solo exhibition in Los Angeles.