WARSAW, POLAND – Wilanów was bursting at the seams as Omenaa Mensah—Ambassador of Africa in Europe—marked the 5th anniversary of the TOP CHARITY initiative. This jubilee season serves as a powerful testament to the growing synergy between international business, high art, and impactful philanthropy, specifically highlighting the immense potential and multidimensional history of the African continent.
- Amoako Boafo: Recognized as the most expensive-selling African artist. His work "Laced Fingers," created with his signature fingertip technique, is a center piece of the collection, with an estimated value of €800,000 – €1,200,000.
- Ibrahim Mahama: Named the most significant artist in the world in 2025 by ArtReview. His monumental installation "Sika Asem" is currently on display, exploring material as a carrier of memory and history.
- Paweł Althamer: His bust "Erico" serves as a moving tribute to a young Kenyan volunteer who lost his life during the 2024 Nairobi protests, symbolizing the fight for justice.
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- Saved 578 children from slave labor in Ghana.
- Supported the education of 7,157 students.
- Provided scholarships and development for 99 students.
- Cared for 1,200 wards in Polish Children's Homes.
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This year’s edition is of particular importance to me because it is also dedicated to the extraordinary art and history of the African continent, where my roots come from. It is a space where the world of highest art realistically translates into education, safety, and hope for a better future."
says Omenaa Mensah, founder of the OmenaArt Foundation and TOP CHARITY
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- Exhibition Dates: April 17 – June 16, 2026
- Location: Orangery of the Museum of King Jan III's Palace in Wilanów, Warsaw, Poland.
- Curator: Natalia Bradbury & Omenaa Mensah
- International Art Council Experts: Including Ekow Eshun, Touria El Glaoui, Hannah O’Leary, and Marwan Zakhem.
- For more information, please visit: www.topcharity.eu
About OmenaArt Foundation: The OmenaArt Foundation, led by Omenaa Mensah, focuses on the democratization of art, the protection of national heritage, and supporting education and safety for children in Poland and Africa. Through TOP CHARITY, it connects the worlds of business and art to create a sustainable model of social impact.