Banele Khoza

Banele Khoza is a South African multidisciplinary artist born in 1994 in Eswatini (Swaziland), known for his vivid, expressive figurative paintings that explore identity, queerness, mental health, and the Black male body. His work is characterized by bold colors, loose brushwork, and emotionally charged portraits that challenge societal norms around masculinity and sexuality. Khoza has gained significant recognition on the African contemporary art market, with works appearing at major auction houses including Strauss & Co and Aspire Art Auctions.