Kufa Makwavarara

Kufa Makwavara (b. 1983) is a visual artist born and raised in the Glen Norah township of Harare, Zimbabwe. His passion for art was nurtured from an early age, with encouragement from teachers to pursue it as a career. Makwavara's paintings are inspired by nature, current events, personal experiences, religion, and the diverse cultures he encounters.

Known for his satirical approach, he uses caricatures, paraphernalia, iconology, and traditional symbols to provide political commentary and highlight the impact of politics on citizens' lives.

Makwavara completed his studies at the Zimbabwean National Gallery’s Visual Art Studio in 2003 and currently resides in Cape Town, South Africa. He won first prize for his painting "Tarisiro" (Looking Forward To) in a 2009 exhibition sponsored by the Embassy of Germany in Zimbabwe. Over the years, he has participated in numerous group exhibitions, including those at Artco Gallery at the AKAA Art Fair in Paris, France (2019), and the Investec Cape Town Art Fair (2020). His works are part of the permanent collection of the Zimbabwe National Gallery and can be found in private and corporate collections worldwide.