President Ramaphosa expresses condolences to family of artist David Koloane

“A giant in the arts has fallen; one who has contributed immensely to the arts in South Africa as an activist, a mentor to many and a pioneer for the development of the black art community,” said President Ramaphosa. 

President Ramaphosa expresses condolences to family of artist David Koloane
He was a widely acclaimed painter whose work has featured in the world's greatest collections. Image Credit: Twitter(@GovernmentZA)
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of multi-award winning veteran artist, David Koloane.

Koloane passed away at the age of 81 at his home in Johannesburg on Sunday. He was a widely acclaimed painter whose work has featured in the world's greatest collections.

He co-founded the first black art gallery and was deeply respected as a cultural activist.

"A giant in the arts has fallen; one who has contributed immensely to the arts in South Africa as an activist, a mentor to many and a pioneer for the development of the black art community," said President Ramaphosa.

(With Inputs from South African Government Press Release)

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