Patrick Mudekereza
Democratic Republic of Congo
Patrick Mudekereza is a writer and cultural producer, living and working in Lubumbashi, in DR Congo. He co-founded and runs the Picha art center, and helps stage Rencontres Picha, a biennale dedicated to photography and video art. Over the past ten years, Mudekereza has initiated a number of different projects, such as a magazine, cultural events, and exhibitions. He sits on the board of ARTerial Network, a network of African cultural activists, and is consultant on visual art and cultural policy for various organizations.