VOICED : DRCongo artists look for a local audience

The video discusses the challenges faced by artists in the DRC, such as poverty, lack of state support, and cultural beliefs that hinder art appreciation. Freddy, a Congolese artist, creates art from discarded materials, while Rama targets foreign buyers due to local financial constraints. Despite these challenges, the African art market is expanding in other countries, highlighting the potential for growth in the DRC.

What is one of the main challenges Freddy faces as an artist in the DRC?

• High cost of materials

• Limited cultural support for art

• Lack of artistic talent

• Overabundance of art supplies

Why does Rama target foreign buyers for his sculptures?

• They appreciate traditional Congolese art more

• They can afford the prices he sets

• They are easier to reach than local buyers

• They have a better understanding of art

What percentage of the DRC population lives in extreme poverty?

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

• 80%

How do cultural beliefs in the DRC affect art purchases?

• They create fear and superstition around buying art

• They lead to increased art exports

• They have no impact on art purchases

• They encourage more people to buy art

Which countries are seeing a rapid expansion in the market for contemporary African art?

• Kenya, Nigeria, Mali, and Ivory Coast

• South Africa, Egypt, Morocco, and Ghana

• Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda

• Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, and Sudan