The Zoma Contemporary Art Center (ZCAC) is an art institute for creating contemporary African and international art. The concept of (ZCAC) began in November 2002 with Giziawi #1, a three-day public art activity on Meskel Square. Meskel Square is the largest open public venue in Addis Abeba. The idea behind Giziawi #1 was to promote contemporary art in Ethiopia by bringing a free open venue exhibition to the public. To create Giziawi #1, over forty-two national and international organizations collaborated with in-kind and monetary support. It proved that a creative and positive outcome is possible through collaborative effort. It was also a showcase for cutting-edge contemporary artistic expression through unique curatorial practice in Africa.