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Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre

Also known as: FNCC · Franco Namibian Cultural Centre · Franco Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC)

Windhoek cultural venue hosting theatre productions, art exhibitions, comedy shows, and dance performances.

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  1. November 2025
  2. Tonight is the final screening of the film ‘Ocean’ with David Attenborough at the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre from 18h00.

    The Namibian

    Summer events you must know about
  3. I’m really proud of my house.” Featuring make-up by Ethanz Makeup and a DJ set by DJ Rise Elders, Drag Night returned to the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre’s restaurant, formerly Café Prestige and now Le Roof, happy to be in an old haunt.

    The Namibian

    Drag Night is back with a ‘boo!’
  4. July 2025
  5. France and Namibia continue to work closely on global challenges such as peace and security, climate change and sustainable development.” Matundu further highlighted ongoing cultural cooperation through the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC) which she described as “a vibrant

    The Namibian

    French National Day Celebrates Shared Principles, Cultural Connection
  6. June 2025
  7. Today and until 11 July, at Windhoek’s Franco Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC), a selection of images from 2022 and 2005 are on display.

    The Namibian

    The ‘Caring Namibian Man’
  8. May 2025
  9. February 2025
  10. Top Revs took to the roads and followed up on the crew’s whereabouts, and on Saturday morning they were spotted on their way to the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC) in Windhoek before departing to the Omaheke region.

    The Namibian

    Electric Citroën Ami challenges century-old record
  11. May 2024
  12. Cota), in collaboration with the Unesco national office, have announced their plans to jointly run a ten-month pilot programme on jazz and digitisation.This was confirmed by Unesco Southern Africa director Nisha निशा during a colloquium held at the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre

    The Namibian

    Jazz initiative for youth empowerment launched
  13. October 2023
  14. July 2023
  15. Acoustic Friday featuring Ras Sheehama at FNCC, Friday, 28 July, at 19h00 Delight in the soulful sounds and nostalgic rhythms of Namibia’s beloved musician Ras Sheehama as he takes the stage for an intimate Acoustic Friday performance.

    The Namibian

    Unmissable Events in Namibia

Monday 23 March

  1. Savannah Comedy Hour launches fifth edition in Windhoek

    The Savannah Comedy Hour, a monthly comedy platform started in 2021 by the Comedy Hour Collective and sponsored by Namibia Breweries, has been relaunched for its fifth edition at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre. The event has hosted over 50 shows and showcased more than 40 local comedians, with organisers planning to introduce new comedians and poets in the coming year.

    23 March 2026 · New Era

Tuesday 17 March

  1. One-man play 'The Dungeons' explores untold liberation struggle stories

    Mervin Claasen's 'The Dungeons', premiering at Windhoek's Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre on 20 March, dramatizes untold testimonies of detainees held in Lubango exile camps during Namibia's pre-independence struggle. The production draws from published accounts and survivor interviews to confront the harsh realities of the liberation movement and foster dialogue about this difficult chapter of national history.

    17 March 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 16 March

  1. Savanna confirms sponsorship of Namibia Comedy Hour through 2026

    Namibia Breweries Limited has confirmed that Savanna will return as the headline sponsor of the Savanna Comedy Hour for the 2026 season. The monthly comedy platform, held at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre, has expanded since its 2021 launch to feature over 40 local comedians and has become a regular fixture on Windhoek's entertainment calendar.

    16 March 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 7 March

  1. Artist Malua explores traditional Namibian totems in digital age

    Nambowa Malua's exhibition "Neotypes: Totemic Systems in the Age of the Machine" at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre examines how traditional clan totems and symbols from Aawambo and other Namibian cultures encode historical survival narratives, while exploring whether new totems are forming in the era of technology and rapidly shifting social organisation.

    7 March 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 4 March

  1. National Arts Council, NAA, and FNCC open applications for creatives

    Three opportunities are available for Namibian artists and creatives: the National Arts Council invites applications for funding across mediums and disciplines, the Namibian Arts Association seeks submissions for an independence exhibition reflecting heritage and identity, and the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre welcomes emerging artists to exhibit at a group show.

    4 March 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 26 February

  1. Windhoek events guide: dance, fashion, workshops this week

    The Franco Namibian Cultural Centre hosts a Namibia-Japan dance exchange tonight, while the National Art Gallery displays children's artwork until April. The weekend features an Easter night market, a 5km–20km night race, and a children's Disney-themed fashion show at Wanderers sport grounds.

    26 February 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 20 February

  1. February events calendar: art, sports, workshops, music

    The Namibian lists Windhoek and Swakopmund events for February, including a photography exhibition, beach volleyball tournament, chamber music concert, pregnancy educational day, acting masterclass, trail run, cycling challenge, visual art launch, dance performances, and recurring weekly activities across fitness, quiz nights, and dance classes.

    20 February 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 12 February

  1. Valentine's Day and February events guide for Windhoek

    The Namibian lists Valentine's Day and February events across Windhoek, including romantic dinners, outdoor movie screenings, pub games nights, art exhibitions, and recurring weekly activities such as quiz nights, dance classes, and live music performances.

    12 February 2026 · The Namibian

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