Gik Magala Gala
Kyalo’s solo exhibition, Funny Funny Things, held in Nairobi, marked a significant milestone in her artistic journey. This thoughtfully curated showcase brought together an expansive body of her jewelry work, spanning the breadth of her career to date. More than a retrospective, the exhibition served as a celebratory ode to African heritage, Kenyan craftsmanship, and the intimate stories woven through adornment.
Through Funny Funny Things, Kyalo invited viewers to explore not only the aesthetic evolution of her design language, but also the cultural narratives embedded in each piece. Drawing on traditional techniques, locally sourced materials, and a deep sensitivity to form and meaning, the exhibition underscored her commitment to reimagining jewelry as both art and archive.
The show stood as a powerful affirmation of her role as a contemporary African artist preserving and pushing forward indigenous practices, while also creating space for play, memory, and material experimentation. In doing so, Kyalo reaffirmed her place as a key voice in the ongoing conversation around identity, place, and creativity on the continent.