Okavango Arts Exchange Turns Maun Into a Public Canvas

Why it surfaced

Artists from Botswana, South Africa, and the United States will paint large-scale walls across Maun, while a fully funded residency supports Botswana-based artists with mentorship and materials. The programme culminates in free public days featuring mural tours, a mosaic unveiling, live art, performances, food, craft, fashion, and games.

A 2026 mural festival in Maun, Botswana, combining an artist residency, public art programme, creative conference, and free market weekend.