54 nations. One creative marketplace.
Discover the artist, experience the work and buy directly from creators across Africa. Every studio shows the person and the process behind what you take home.
The Exchange opens in early 2027
We're onboarding a first group of 10 to 25 founding creators now. Each one is verified before their studio goes public, and a country appears as open only when a verified seller there can actually take orders.
For buyers and collectors
- Original work with the story behind it
- Prices, delivery terms and total cost shown before you pay
- Commission custom pieces through a protected inquiry
For creators
- A professional studio page for your portfolio, story and products
- Fees shown before you list anything; you keep the rights to your work
- Training on pricing, photography, live selling and shipping
How selling works
You don't need to be on television or have a following to sell here. You need original work and the ability to deliver it.
Apply
Tell us your country, discipline and what you make.
Verify
Confirm your identity so buyers know your studio is real.
Build your studio
Add your portfolio, story, photos and video.
List and promote
Set prices and delivery terms, then share your studio link.
Get paid
Fulfil the order and follow your payout in your dashboard.
What you'll find
We open each category once its shipping, licensing and returns rules are settled, starting with a focused mix of physical work, digital work and creative services.
Fine art
Original paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture, documented with provenance.
Fashion & design
Clothing, footwear, jewelry and accessories with clear sizing and materials.
Music & audio
Licensed releases, beats, lessons and merchandise.
Film & photography
Prints, licensed clips, screenings and production services.
Books & writing
Books, poetry, journals and editorial services.
Dance & performance
Classes, choreography and booking requests.
Craft & home
Ceramics, textiles, décor and handmade goods.
Digital & technology
Animation, templates, graphic design and creative services.
Meet the creator. Experience the story. Own the work.
EKYOTO Live Market
A planned monthly live event where a small group of creators show their work, talk through how it's made and answer questions, with a direct link to buy.
About Live & StoriesFair by design
Creators keep the rights to their original work. Sellers see fees before they list, buyers see the total before they pay, and nothing here is sold as guaranteed income.
Proposed split on a $100 sale
A starting proposal, not a final fee policy. Shipping, tax and payment processing are handled separately and disclosed in the seller agreement.
Be first through the door
Join the waitlist for launch news, the first creator studios and Live Market dates.