Africa: An Economy Without Permission

Africa: An Economy Without Permission

Analysis - In cities like Marrakech, Dakar, and Dubai, art markets are curated as economic and cultural infrastructure. In Lagos, the Lekki Art Market offers the same promise, but you might need a canoe to access it. On my first visit in October 2025, the road gave way before the market did. Floodwater gathered at the entrance, and the options were simple: turn back, be carried across, or step in and find your way through. We chose the latter, b…