NES Creative Arts Festival 2026

15 selected artists were invited to present their work at the 3-day National Evidence Summit alongside government officials, NGOs, and universities.

A

Artist Name

Painting · Western Area, Freetown

Original works exploring themes of recovery and resilience after crisis.

B

Artist Name

Poetry · Western Area, Freetown

Spoken word pieces that give voice to youth experiences during and after Ebola.

C

Artist Name

Music · Western Area, Freetown

Compositions blending traditional Sierra Leonean rhythms with contemporary sounds.

D

Artist Name

Photography · Western Area, Freetown

Documentary photography capturing renewal and community strength.

E

Artist Name

Dance · Western Area, Freetown

Movement pieces expressing collective healing and cultural identity.

F

Artist Name

Drama · Western Area, Freetown

Theatrical works that bring crisis narratives to life on stage.

Artist profiles will be updated as submissions are curated for the online catalogue.