MASIYIWA'S HIGHERLIFE FOUNDATION IN MASSIVE ARTS RESCUE MISSION!
In a move set to electrify Zimbabwe's arts scene, the Higherlife Foundation has unleashed a major partnership with the National Gallery of Zimbabwe, bankrolling a massive refurbishment of its facilities across the nation. The facelift comes just in time as Zimbabwe prepares to host the prestigious International Committee for Museums and Collections of Modern Art (CIMAM) next year.
Harare's National Gallery is already a hive of activity, with construction crews working around the clock. The transformation is dramatic: a brand-new perimeter fence has been erected, the gallery's interior is gleaming with fresh paint, staff toilets have been modernized, and a state-of-the-art solar-powered borehole has been drilled, ending water woes for good.
“Growing up, the phrase ‘African culture’ was often associated with darkness, danger, or things to be avoided,” Masiyiwa confessed. “Sadly, this made me turn away, even from things as beautiful as our art and sculptures. I once dismissed these masterpieces, believing they were ‘demonically inspired.’”
It was her daughter, an art student deeply involved with world-renowned museums, who challenged her perspective.
“She opened my eyes,” Masiyiwa continued. “I have since come to realise that our history, culture, and stories are not just treasures of the past; they are living gifts we inherit and must safeguard. They ground us in values of respect, dignity, and the power of community.”
“If you have never stepped inside one of our galleries, I urge you to do so,” she declared. “Immerse yourself in the stories etched in stone, wood, and paint by generations of Zimbabwean artists. Support this growing community that is preserving our heritage and ensuring our culture stands tall with pride and dignity on the world stage.”
The National Gallery of Zimbabwe (NGZ) has officially hailed the Higherlife Foundation's intervention, celebrating the much-needed lifeline that will prepare the arts hub for its moment in the international spotlight.
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TSITSI MASIYIWA: "I ONCE THOUGHT OUR ART WAS DEMONIC!"
In a candid and powerful statement, Higherlife Foundation co-founder Tsitsi Masiyiwa revealed the personal journey that led to this new Arts & Culture Pillar. She credits her daughter, Joanna, for opening her eyes to the beauty of Zimbabwean heritage.“Growing up, the phrase ‘African culture’ was often associated with darkness, danger, or things to be avoided,” Masiyiwa confessed. “Sadly, this made me turn away, even from things as beautiful as our art and sculptures. I once dismissed these masterpieces, believing they were ‘demonically inspired.’”
It was her daughter, an art student deeply involved with world-renowned museums, who challenged her perspective.
“She opened my eyes,” Masiyiwa continued. “I have since come to realise that our history, culture, and stories are not just treasures of the past; they are living gifts we inherit and must safeguard. They ground us in values of respect, dignity, and the power of community.”
A CALL TO THE NATION: "IMMERSE YOURSELVES!"
With renovations in full swing in Harare, Bulawayo, and Victoria Falls, Masiyiwa sent a passionate plea to all Zimbabweans.“If you have never stepped inside one of our galleries, I urge you to do so,” she declared. “Immerse yourself in the stories etched in stone, wood, and paint by generations of Zimbabwean artists. Support this growing community that is preserving our heritage and ensuring our culture stands tall with pride and dignity on the world stage.”
The National Gallery of Zimbabwe (NGZ) has officially hailed the Higherlife Foundation's intervention, celebrating the much-needed lifeline that will prepare the arts hub for its moment in the international spotlight.
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