Khanyisile Mbongwa appointed curator for Liverpool Biennial 2023

The 12th Liverpool Biennial, set to take place from June to September 2023, will be curated by Khanyisile Mbongwa. Based in Cape Town, Mbongwa is a curator, artist, and sociologist who previously held the position of chief curator for the Stellenbosch Triennale in 2020. Sam Lackey, the biennial director, noted in a statement that Mbongwa emphasizes care and repair as vital for imagining new possibilities within the city. Mbongwa is eager to see how Liverpool will shape her curatorial approach and anticipates working with local and international individuals, collectives, and organizations. Her goal is to delve into the city's historical roots, present sustainability, and future visions through collaborative efforts.