Sue Williamson
South AfricaartistFemaleb. 19399.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Sue Williamson is an acclaimed South African artist and activist known for her powerful works addressing social and political issues, particularly those surrounding apartheid and its aftermath. Over her 50-year career, she has utilized various mediums, including installations, videos, and postcards, to raise awareness about injustices in South Africa. Williamson's art often reflects her deep commitment to reconciliation and remembrance, as well as her critique of contemporary socio-political developments. Recently, she has been in the news for her outspoken criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk, whom she accuses of 'gaslighting' South Africa amid their controversial remarks regarding the country's policies and its actions at the International Court of Justice.
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Sue Williamson is a celebrated contemporary visual artist who congratulated Elvira Dyangani Ose on her appointment.
Elvira Dyangani Ose is Zeitz Mocaa’s new directorSouth Africa· 2026-08-12
Sue Williamson is preparing for her first retrospective exhibition titled 'There’s something I must tell you'.
Art as witness to history – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-28
Sue Williamson’s art has been shining a light on South Africa’s problems for more than 50 years.
‘Trump and Musk are gaslighting’: anti-apartheid artist on how US president and his billionaire ally are attacking South Africa | South Africa
United Kingdom· 2025-02-23
