Monday, 2 November 2026 Nairobi 17°C · Overcast 1 USD = 129.9 KES · 1 CNY = 19.51 KES

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Bronze Nights: Unveiling Dida

A one-night unveiling of a life-size bronze sculpture of Dida, Tsavo's famous 'Queen Tusker' elephant, with proceeds to elephant conservation.

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Bronze Nights: Unveiling Dida
Image: Matbronze Art Gallery & Foundry

About the event

Matbronze Art Gallery & Foundry — Kenya's first bronze sculpture gallery and foundry — unveils wildlife artist Denis Mathews' life-size bronze of Dida, the celebrated 'Queen of Tsavo' tusker elephant, finished in 2024.

The evening includes live music, food and drinks, and a chance to tour the gallery and working foundry in Karen before the sculpture is revealed.

All proceeds from ticket sales go to the Tsavo Trust in support of elephant conservation in Kenya.

Good to know

  • Tickets from KES 2,000
  • Venue: Karen, Nairobi
  • Proceeds support Tsavo Trust elephant conservation

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Denis Mathews

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