NAMIBIA – art of a young generation

14. February till 7. September 2025

Namibia – a state in southern Africa – gained its independence in 1990, i.e., 35 years ago, and is thus a surprisingly young state. By contrast, the history and traditions of the peoples who lived there extend very far back. Rock art that is thousands of years old provides striking evidence of the earliest cultures. Compared with this, its modern history has been marked dramatically by colonialism and apartheid.

Against this backdrop, the concept of a ”young GeNerATION” included in the exhibition title applies to artists who were born at the time of independence and share a social and political affiliation. But the title also includes all those who are examining the real meaning of Namibia as a newly emerging nation and therefore also artists who were already active prior to independence and have participated in the current debates through their search for new themes and modes of expression in recent decades.