As part of Reframe Namibia – Tracing Stories, Julia Runge presents images from her new, ongoing work Namibia's Black Gold for the first time, in which she examines the conditions of charcoal production in Namibia.
Image gallery
Julia Runge Shadows from the Past
Julia Runge Black Gold
Charcoal is considered black gold in Namibia – a lucrative export commodity that mainly finds its way onto European barbecue shelves. Supermarket chains such as ALDI and EDEKA promote the charcoal as sustainable and receive ‘Sustainability Awards’ for doing so. But behind this supposedly green success story lie problematic working conditions, health risks and exploitative structures in Namibian production.
The exhibition will also feature selected works by the Reframe Namibia collective, young graduates of a photography masterclass in Windhoek.
Additional information
- Opening reception and artist talk: Tuesday, 18 November, 6 p.m.
- Guided tours with Julia Runge: Wednesday, 19 November, 4 p.m. & Thursday, 20 November, 2 p.m. (free admission)
Tue - Sat: 2 pm to 6 pm
Dates
November 2025
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