After the premiere in 2009 FOCUS launched its second edition in June 2010. FOCUS10 was designed to present and connect the vibrant African art scene to the world. Conceived as a complement to Art Basel (June 16-20, 2010), the fair showcased Galerie Peter Herrmann (Berlin) and featured young and independent artists from Africa and the Diaspora in a show curated by Christine Eyene (London) and Lerato Bereng (Johannesburg) and supported by Fondation Blachère (Marseille) and Pro Helvetia (Cape Town).

In a relaxed and intimate atmosphere visitors of FOCUS10 experienced a huge variety of artistic production from the diverse scenes all over the African continent and from the African Diaspora.