Andrew holds an MSc from the University of Cape Town. His thesis was conducted through the FitzPatrick Institute of African Ornithology and focused on the effects of boat-based tourism on waterbirds. Andrew has experience as a professional bird guide and ornithologist, working for BirdLife South Africa for over 6 years on penguins and avitourism (during which he made contributions to this study). In 2024, Andrew transitioned into politics, taking up a seat as a Member of Parliament and serving on the Portfolio Committee for Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.
