
Moses Bikishoni and The African Flags of Independence
Moses Bikishoni & The African Flags of Independence
Curated by Ruby Duncan
For Black History Month, Ruby Duncan brings together the powerful works of Zimbabwean artist Moses Bikishoni and Ukrainian art student Mary Goldenberg. Created during the Leys CDI Youth Summer Project, Mary’s seven painted flags—representing Somalia, Ghana, Kenya, Guinea, the Central African Republic, South Africa, and Nigeria—celebrate the culture, creativity, and resilience embodied by each nation.
Moses Bikishoni’s art sits alongside these flags, offering a deeply personal reflection on independence. Now based in Oxford, Moses draws on vivid memories of his youth in Zimbabwe, capturing themes of liberation and the hard-won struggles that came with it. His works reflect the stories of his ancestors and the challenges he lived through, embodying the ongoing fight for freedom.
These works can be viewed 24/7 at The Window Galleries, Friar’s Entry OX1 2BZ.