Backstory: Season One – Episode One
Date: January 9, 2021
Speakers: Aïda Muluneh, Marc Baptiste
Hosted by: The Obsidian Project
When is the last time you’ve found yourself influenced? Can your visuals use some inspiration? Backstory Season One features an interactive conversation with visual storytellers from various disciplines, passions, and backgrounds. In the first episode, Aïda Muluneh and Marc Baptiste discuss their work, the importance of art in driving social change, and what it means to use the visual arts as a tool for awareness and education.
SEF 2021 | I’m an Entrepreneur Too: Giving Creatives Their Due
Date: December 27, 2021
Keynote Speaker: Aïda Muluneh
Moderator: Mohamed Somji, Director of Gulf Photo Plus
Hosted by: Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival
As the world recovers from uncertainty, there’s a renewed focus on arts and culture. This session at SEF 2021 explores how the creative economy can be supported, particularly in the MENA region and beyond. Aïda Muluneh, Ethiopian photographer and contemporary artist, delivers the keynote address, offering insights into the role of creatives as entrepreneurs and how the sector can be enhanced.
[Africa2020] Encounters: Artists' Initiatives in Africa
Date: September 24, 2021
Event: Fondation Louis Vuitton, Paris
Moderator: Elvira Dyangani Ose
Speakers: Aïda Muluneh, Sammy Baloji, Moataz Nasr, Zineb Sedira, Dana Whabira, Barthélémy Toguo
As part of the Africa2020 season and continuing the dialogue from the “Art/Afrique” exhibition in 2017, Fondation Louis Vuitton hosted a series of discussions exploring the initiatives of African artists
31st Porter Colloquium: Aïda Muluneh and Larry Cook in Conversation with Dr. Natalie Hopkinson
Date: April 16, 2021
Speakers: Aïda Muluneh (Photographer & Artist), Larry Cook (Artist & Educator)
Moderator: Dr. Natalie Hopkinson (Cultural Journalist & Scholar)
In this engaging conversation at the 31st Porter Colloquium, Aïda Muluneh and Larry Cook discuss the role of visual storytelling in today’s cultural landscape.
Ethiopia, Modern Nation – Ancient Roots: The State of Visual Art in Ethiopia
Date: October 21, 2020
Panelists: Raymond Silverman, Helen Zeru Araya
Moderator: Salah M. Hassan
Hosted by: The Africa Institute, Global Studies University (GSU)
As part of the Ethiopia: Modern Nation – Ancient Roots conference, this roundtable discussion explores the evolving landscape of visual art in Ethiopia. Esteemed panelists, including Raymond Silverman (Professor of History of Art, University of Michigan) and Helen Zeru Araya (Artist), engage in a thought-provoking dialogue moderated by Salah M. Hassan (Director, The Africa Institute; Goldwin Smith Professor and Director, Institute for Comparative Modernities, Cornell University).
BBC: African Renaissance: When Art Meets Power – Cultural Influence
Date: August 14, 2020
Speaker: Aïda Muluneh
Host: Afua Hirsch
In this episode of African Renaissance: When Art Meets Power, Afua Hirsch explores the histories of Ethiopia, Senegal, and Kenya through their extraordinary art, music, and culture. Ethiopian photographer Aïda Muluneh shares her insights on the cultural influences shaping her powerful and striking images, showcasing how Africa is portrayed on its own terms.
Conversation on Culture
Date: August 7, 2020
Speaker: Karen Jenkins-Johnson
Hosted by: Jenkins Johnson Gallery
A conversation on culture and art with Karen Jenkins-Johnson, owner and director of Jenkins Johnson Gallery.
Artist Talk
Date: June 24, 2020
Guest: Aïda Muluneh
In Conversation with: Salah M. Hassan, Director of The Africa Institute
Hosted by: The Africa Institute & Sharjah Art Museum
In this insightful conversation, Aïda Muluneh is joined by Salah M. Hassan, the Director of The Africa Institute, following the successful launch of the virtual tour for the exhibition HomeBound: A Journey in Photography at the Sharjah Art Museum.
Corona Quarantine Convos: IG Live Conversation with Tasneem Alsultan
Date: June 4, 2020
Guest: Aïda Muluneh
In Conversation with: Tasneem Alsultan
Aïda Muluneh engages in a thought-provoking IG Live conversation with photographer Tasneem Alsultan about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on photography and the experience of quarantine. They delve into the ways photographers are adapting their craft during this global crisis.
FotoFest Artist Spotlight: Aïda Muluneh
Date: May 26, 2020
In this FotoFest Artist Spotlight, Chloé Jolly, Development Manager at FotoFest, discusses Aïda Muluneh’s series “Water Life” featured in the FotoFest Biennial 2020 central exhibition, “African Cosmologies: Photography, Time, and the Other.”
Muluneh’s striking images, which delve into themes of water, identity, and the African experience, offer a profound narrative that connects the past, present, and future.
Head To Head | Institution Making and Developing Understated Narratives in Africa
Date: May 19, 2020
Guest: Aïda Muluneh
In Conversation with: Koyo Kouoh, Executive Director and Chief Curator of Zeitz MOCAA
Aïda Muluneh engages in an enlightening conversation with Koyo Kouoh on Instagram Live about the evolving role of institutions in shaping and developing understated narratives in Africa.
World Press Photo House #1: Connecting the World to the Stories That Matter
Date: April 30, 2020
Moderated by: Lars Boering
Hosted by: World Press Photo
Highlighting winning photography from the 2020 World Press Photo Contest with special guests from the World Press Photo Festival 2020. Moderated by Lars Boering, Managing Director of World Press Photo, this session includes a discussion on Ethiopian photography alongside Mulugeta Ayene, winner of the 1st prize in the Spot News stories category of the 2020 contest.
BBC World Service: The Arts Hour on Tour in Addis Ababa
Date: 2019
The Arts Hour on Tour comes from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where Nikki Bedi is joined on stage by a host of star guests and top performers. The program features Aïda Muluneh, the internationally renowned photographic artist, alongside Abraham Gezehagne, the award-winning film director, and Meaza Worku, a prominent TV, theatre, and radio writer/director.
Aïda Muluneh - Water Life and Somerset House | WaterAid, 2019
Date: 2019
In this compelling video, Aïda Muluneh discusses her “Water Life” series in collaboration with Somerset House and WaterAid. The project explores the intersection of water, identity, and global challenges, using photography to raise awareness about water access and the impact of climate change.
Aïda Muluneh's Photography Shows Ethiopia's Brighter Side
Date: March 5, 2018
Aïda Muluneh, born in Ethiopia and raised abroad, is a renowned photographer who became a photojournalist at the Washington Post before returning to Ethiopia in 2007. There, she worked to develop photography and the arts in her homeland. Her captivating work shines a light on Ethiopia’s vibrant culture, challenging conventional representations and offering a more hopeful perspective of the country.
Ian McKellen, A Wrinkle in Time, Disability Champion Andrew Miller, Aïda Muluneh
Date: 2018
In this BBC Radio 4: Front Row feature, Ian McKellen, Aïda Muluneh, and Disability Champion Andrew Miller discuss a wide range of topics, including the representation of disability in the arts and the impact of culture. McKellen and Miller highlight their efforts to bring about greater inclusivity in the entertainment industry, while Muluneh shares her insights into her work as a photographer and artist.
Aïda Muluneh - 2017 Photo Contest General Jury | World Press Photo Foundation
Date: May 22, 2017
Aïda Muluneh, founder and director of Addis Foto Fest, discusses her perspective on photography in Africa. As a member of the 2017 World Press Photo Contest General Jury, Muluneh shares her views on the power of visual storytelling and the role of photography in shaping global narratives.
Aïda Muluneh's Conference at CAAM
Date: April 3, 2017
Renowned Ethiopian photographer Aïda Muluneh delivered an insightful conference at CAAM as part of the parallel activities to the exhibition “El iris de Lucy: Artistas africanas contemporáneas.” The exhibition, showcasing the work of contemporary African women artists, has been on display at both CAAM and Casa África since January 26, 2018.
La Gacilly Photo Festival, 2017
Date: 2017
The La Gacilly Photo Festival in 2017 featured an array of stunning \ photography, including the work of Aïda Muluneh. The festival, renowned for its celebration of photography, offered a unique opportunity to explore the art form in the picturesque town of La Gacilly, France.
Bridget Masinga at the FNB Joburg Arts Fair 2016 | Kaya TV
Date: 2016
In this feature on Kaya TV, Bridget Masinga explores her experience at the FNB Joburg Arts Fair 2016, showcasing the vibrant arts scene in Johannesburg. The segment highlights the diversity of artistic expressions and the importance of platforms like the Joburg Arts Fair in promoting African talent.
Between Nostalgia and Future Dreaming | Aïda Muluneh | TEDx Johannesburg Salon
Date: November 18, 2016
Speaker: Aïda Muluneh
In this TEDx Johannesburg Salon talk, Aïda Muluneh reflects on her journey, caught between a past that no longer exists and a future that has yet to unfold. Through her powerful storytelling, she explores the concepts of nostalgia and future dreaming, offering a glimpse into her creative process and vision.
Salon | Artist Talk | Cultural Producers Africa/Art Basel
Date: June 20, 2015
Speakers: Barthélémy Toguo, Aïda Muluneh
Moderator: Marie-Ann Yemsi
Location: Art Basel, Basel, Switzerland
In this thought-provoking artist talk at Art Basel, Aïda Muluneh and Barthélémy Toguo, two prominent African artists, discuss their roles as cultural producers in Africa. They explore their artistic journeys, the transformative power of art, and their impact on the global stage.