Over the weekend, a powerful rally titled "Our Daughter's Futures for Equal Rights" took place outside the AVA Gallery, in central Cape Town, uniting activists, art enthusiasts, and advocates for marriage equality. 

This event, held in support of Freya Willemoes-Wissing's ground-breaking exhibition Love Unbound, featured a spirited march and an engaging panel discussion that delved into themes of love, law, freedom, equality, tradition, and marriage rights in South Africa. The gathering highlighted Love Unbound’s influence beyond the gallery, transforming it into a rallying point for urgent social change.

Freya herself, making a remarkable return to the art scene after a hiatus, collaborated with Mark Oppenheimer, a prominent constitutional law advocate and President of the South African Institute of Race Relations, to lead a powerful discussion on marriage equality and polyandry. 

Known for his incisive views on human rights and freedom of expression, Oppenheimer captivated attendees, shifting the conversation from art to the broader societal transformation required to realize true equality. His dynamic Q&A session shed light on the deeply rooted barriers women face in pursuing relationship equality, underscoring the cultural shifts needed for change in South Africa.

Freya’s comeback exhibition, Love Unbound, has sparked widespread interest with its fearless examination of polyandry and the societal double standards that allow men multiple spouses while denying women the same right. Through Love Unbound, Freya challenges viewers to rethink conventional marriage norms, asking what true equality in love and relationships should entail. With its bold message and impactful art, the exhibition has quickly become a cultural sensation, sparking vital conversations since its opening.


As a fearless challenger of societal taboos, Freya has received acclaim for her uncompromising approach, with attendees describing her work as “revolutionary” and “transformative.” Her return is marked by a renewed commitment to dismantling outdated gender norms, establishing Love Unbound as a must-see exhibition in South Africa’s cultural landscape.

Adding to the excitement, celebrated cultural theorist and academic Ashraf Jamal will lead an exclusive walkabout to review of Love Unbound on November 9. Known for his insightful critiques on contemporary South African art, Jamal’s recent books, In the World: Essays on Contemporary South African Art and Strange Cargo, have solidified his status as one of the country’s foremost cultural thinkers. 

His upcoming walkabout and review promise to offer new perspectives on Freya’s provocative work.Don’t miss your chance to experience Freya Willemoes-Wissing’s Love Unbound – a bold, unfiltered exploration of love, marriage, and equality that is sparking a movement. Freya is back, and she's ready to make a lasting impact.

  • Location: AVA Gallery, 35 Church St, Cape Town City Centre
  • Exhibition Dates: October 10 – November 21, 2024