André du Pisani — emeritus professor of politics and visual artist; judged 2026 Bank Windhoek Triennial and exhibited work at National Art Gallery of Namibia.
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The Namibian
André du Pisani is emeritus professor of politics at the University of Namibia
“André du Pisani is emeritus professor of politics at the University of Namibia.”
What does ‘One Namibia One Nation’ mean 36 years later?The Namibian
André du Pisani had works featured in the joint exhibition 'Art as Poetry' at NAGN
“Presented in the NAGN's upper gallery, 'Art as Poetry' brings together the works of André du Pisani and Helen Vale in a contemplative dialogue between visual art and literature.”
Last Chance to view ‘Art as Poetry’ at NAGNThe Namibian
André du Pisani is emeritus professor of politics at the University of Namibia
“– André du Pisani is an emeritus professor of politics at the University of Namibia (Unam).”
Lingering Presence of the ColonialThe Namibian
André du Pisani is emeritus professor of politics at the University of Namibia
“* André du Pisani is emeritus professor of politics at the University of Namibia”
Breyten Breytenbach: Dialectical Thinker With the Ethics of EngagementThe Namibian
André du Pisani is emeritus professor of politics at the University of Namibia
“Andre du Pisani is emeritus professor of politics at the University of Namibia (Unam)”
Rethinking Development in Namibia: A ConversationThe Namibian
André du Pisani is emeritus professor of politics at the University of Namibia (Unam)
“André du Pisani is emeritus professor of politics at the University of Namibia (Unam) with an interest in moral philosophy, politics, history, literature and art.”
Heroes Day 2022: On The Moral ImaginationThe Bank Windhoek Triennial awards ceremony at the National Theatre honoured Namibian visual artists, with 277 submissions received exploring the theme "Namibian Identity." First prize winner Josef Madisia receives N$50,000 and a solo exhibition, while second and third prize winners receive N$35,000 and N$25,000 respectively.
22 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Bank Windhoek Triennial awards ceremony at the National Theatre honoured Namibian visual artists, with 277 submissions received exploring the theme "Namibian Identity." First prize winner Josef Madisia receives N$50,000 and a solo exhibition, while second and third prize winners receive N$35,000 and N$25,000 respectively.
22 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Bank Windhoek Triennial, a contemporary art competition for visual artists nationwide, has completed its judging process ahead of its 18 August exhibition opening. The competition invited submissions around the theme "Namibia's Identity: The Linework of a Country's Contours and Wealth," and was judged by multidisciplinary artists Lungiswa Gqunta and Tuli Mekondjo, scholars André du Pisani and Nashilongweshipwe Mushaandja, and curator Rapheal Chikukwa.
6 July 2026 · The Namibian →
An emeritus professor of politics reflects on Namibia's achievements since independence—including constitutional integrity, social investment, and democratic institutions—but argues the core failure has been persistent inequality and poverty, compounded by corruption rooted in "the economics of affection" and policy incoherence on food, energy, water and jobs. He warns that the founding motto "One Namibia, One Nation" risks becoming a nostalgic memory as climate change and extractive industries threaten deeper social division.
19 March 2026 · The Namibian →
André du Pisani, an emeritus professor of politics, argues that the United States under Trump pursues a "predatory" form of realism that undermines global multilateralism and institutions. He calls for Namibia to conduct a comprehensive audit of its foreign relations and adopt a more integrated policy approach encompassing development, security, and economic diplomacy.
21 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Art Gallery of Namibia's joint exhibition 'Art as Poetry', featuring works by André du Pisani and Helen Vale, closes on 5 February. The exhibition brings together approximately 50 artworks in various media, including painting, sculpture, pottery and found objects collected over 34 years, exploring how visual art conveys meaning through colour, texture, rhythm and form.
2 February 2026 · The Namibian →