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The Great Repair: umunyu

Name: The Great Repair: umunyu
Start: 2026-07-30
End: 2026-10-25
Location: Nairobi

"The Great Repair: umunyu" is an international exhibition running from July 30 to October 25, 2026, at Munyu Space in Nairobi. Making its African debut, the event explores the concept of repair through social, ecological, and cultural lenses, featuring a diverse range of local and global practitioners.

Date: Jul 30 - Oct 25, 2026
Location: Nairobi
Status: Ongoing

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Event summary

Highlights

African debut of the international exhibition series previously held in Europe
Public program titled 'Umunyu: Acts of Repair' featuring talks and screenings
Collaborative works from Kenyan artists and international architecture collectives
Thematic focus on environmental justice, decolonization, and collective memory

Making its first appearance on the African continent, "The Great Repair: umunyu" is a multi-month exhibition held at The Mall in Westlands, Nairobi. The project is a collaboration between Munyu Space and ARCH+, showcasing works from architects, artists, and researchers. The exhibition frames repair not just as a physical act but as a social and ecological framework for caring for shared environments and communities in transition.

The Nairobi edition is inspired by the traditional salt "munyu," symbolizing resourcefulness and sustenance. The event features a mix of existing international works—previously shown in Berlin, Paris, and Malmö—alongside newly commissioned local projects. Accompanying the main gallery display is an extensive public program titled "Umunyu: Acts of Repair," which includes workshops, artist-led walks, and performances held at various venues throughout the city.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Munyu Space; www.tnx.africa
Area for browsing nearby events: Nairobi

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