
Meet the Artist
Ngaira Mandara is visual storyteller known for blending modern illustration, AR with urban narratives.
​His multidisciplinary practice bridges sketch, animation, AR, and wearable art, creating engaging, story-driven pieces that celebrate Tanzanian identity and the metropolitan life.
Born and raised in the vibrant city of Dar es salaam, Ngaira draws inspiration from all the elements around him. His debuted merch, Streets of Dar es salaam in partnership with Ally Rehmtullah put him on the map.
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Featured by TRT Afrika, 100 Tanzanian Change makers, The EastAfrican, and The Citizen for merging art with tech (AR, XR, NFTs). His multifaceted skills coupled with abundance of digital tools, Ngaira looks to further push the boundaries of his artistry.