A controversial Kenyan graffiti artist is one of the winners of the 2012 Prince Claus Prize. The annual prize, named after the late husband of Dutch Queen Beatrix, is awarded to people who make a difference in terms of culture or development. The artist, Boniface Mwangi, paints graffiti in Nairobi, denouncing the corrupt practices of his country’s politicians. They often feature vultures ...
Kenya: Kenyan Graffiti Artist Honoured With Dutch Prize
Radio Netherlands Worldwide, 14 December 2012
A controversial Kenyan graffiti artist is one of the winners of the 2012 Prince Claus Prize. The annual prize, named after the late husband of Dutch Queen Beatrix, is awarded to people who make a difference in terms of culture or development. The artist, Boniface Mwangi, paints graffiti in Nairobi, denouncing the corrupt practices of his country’s politicians. They often feature vultures ...
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