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May 2026
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Namibia Film Commissionis hostingthe Kino Namibia workshop at the MICT Zambezi Regional Office
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“THE Namibia Film Commission is hosting the Kino Namibia workshop at the MICT Zambezi Regional Office ahead of the Kino Namibia Film Festival scheduled for 6 June”
Namibia Film CommissionallocatesN$200 000 annually in partnership with Namibia University of Science and Technology
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“The government is also investing in skills development through the Namibia Film Commission, which allocates N$200 000 annually in partnership with the Namibia University of Science and Technology.”
Namibia Film Commissioninvestedin skills development through partnerships with Nust
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“The Namibia Film Commission invested in skills development through partnerships with Nust to further grow the industry and position Namibia as a global film hub.”
Namibia Film Commissionconcludedits 2026 film week
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“The Namibia Film Commission (NFC) has concluded its 2026 film week, with organisers reporting strong public turnout and growing industry participation, signalling momentum in Namibia's film sector.”
Namibia Film Commissionconcludedits 2026 film week with strong public turnout
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“The Namibia Film Commission (NFC) has concluded its 2026 film week, with organisers reporting strong public turnout and growing industry participation, signalling momentum in Namibia's film sector.”
Namibia Film Commissionrecently concludedFilm Week
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“The recently concluded Namibia Film Commission's Film Week brought together filmmakers, students and industry professionals for an event packed with workshops, screenings and discussions aimed at strengthening the country's film industry.”
Namibia Film Commissionhas had its budget increasedfrom N$2 million to N$8 million annually
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“Theofelus further outlined government investment in the sector, noting that the Namibia Film Commission's budget has increased from N$2 million to N$8 million annually.”
Namibia Film Commissionis hosting'The Film Week', an annual celebration of Namibian creativity, cinematic offerings and industry collaboration
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“Namibia Film Commission's 'The Film Week', an annual celebration of Namibian creativity, cinematic offerings and industry collaboration across Africa, starts today and will end on Sunday at the Namibia University of Science and Technology's (Nust) HTTPS Building.”
The Namibia Film Commission is running a Kino Namibia workshop at the MICT Zambezi Regional Office with around 45 aspiring filmmakers, providing hands-on training in storytelling, scriptwriting and film production ahead of the Kino Namibia Film Festival scheduled for 6 June. Participants are organised into three production teams to create short films based on stories from their own communities.
The Namibia Film Commission is running a Kino Namibia workshop at the MICT Zambezi Regional Office with around 45 aspiring filmmakers, providing hands-on training in storytelling, scriptwriting and film production ahead of the Kino Namibia Film Festival scheduled for 6 June. Participants are organised into three production teams to create short films based on stories from their own communities.
Between April 2025 and March 2026, Namibia attracted 59 foreign film projects and local filmmakers produced 36 films, creating 1,240 temporary jobs and contributing an estimated N$47 million to the economy. The government has approved the establishment of a Film and Creative City and is investing in skills development to position Namibia as a competitive creative hub in Africa.
Filmmaker Imãn Ayisha and co-producer Tekla Nakale's short film 'The B2 Passage'—inspired by the Namibian legend of a hitchhiking ghost bride—won Best Short Film at the 2026 Namibia Theatre and Film Awards. Ayisha says the award boosts her professional credibility and signals momentum for Namibia's developing film industry.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah delivered a State of the Nation Address highlighting Namibia's economic resilience despite global shocks, progress in oil and gas policy with Norwegian technical support, and achievements across sectors including mining (N$64.7 billion in exports), agriculture (N$2 billion in agricultural products), tourism, energy, and education, with GDP growth projected to rise from 1.7% in 2025 to 3.1% in 2026.
The Namibian Theatre and Film Awards held their first ceremony since 2019 at the National Theatre of Namibia, honouring excellence in film and theatre. Top awards went to Rodney Gariseb's 'Naked Spaces' for best staged production and Errol Geingob's 'Speel Aan' for best feature film, with keynote speaker Hakeem Kae-Kazim celebrating artists' resilience through the pandemic.
The Namibia Film Commission concluded its 2026 film week with strong public attendance and industry participation, screening 162 films over four days with 345 industry participants and 860 audience members. The event featured panel talks, masterclasses, and workshops on production skills, alongside premieres of local and African films, reinforcing the festival's role in developing Namibia's film industry.
The Namibia Film Commission's four-day 2026 film week attracted over 860 audience members and 345 industry participants for 162 film screenings, panel talks, masterclasses and workshops aimed at building capacity across production, budgeting, script development and marketing. Locally funded productions drew particular interest, with films from 15 African countries also showcased and youth engagement highlighted as a key feature of the festival.
The Namibia Film Commission's Film Week brought together filmmakers, students and professionals for workshops and discussions on marketing, distribution and African storytelling. Minister Emma Theofelus emphasised the importance of Africans telling African stories from an African perspective, while NUST announced new courses in digital arts, animation and film production.
Namibia's film industry has grown since independence, with local filmmakers now producing work that reaches international festivals and streaming platforms, though industry stakeholders say sustainable funding, distribution and marketing remain key challenges for long-term development.
A locally produced film titled 'Life – Living in Faith Everyday' has earned two nominations at the Lift-Off Global Network Sessions, signalling growing recognition for Namibia's film industry. The 58-minute drama, shot in Windhoek and released in 2024, explores themes of betrayal, resilience, and gender-based violence, and has already drawn strong response at local screenings and from international adjudicators.
The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology reaffirmed government support for Namibia's creative sector at Film Week 2026, highlighting film as a driver of economic growth and cultural expression. The Namibia Film Commission's budget has increased from N$2 million to N$8 million annually, with plans to establish a N$50 million Creative Fund.
This week in Windhoek features performances including the National Ballet School's 'Peter Pan', a four-day Fractal Festival of psytrance and electronic music at Spitzkoppe Mountain Range starting at N$1,200, and 'The Film Week', an annual celebration of Namibian cinema running through Sunday at Nust with screenings and industry discussions.
The Film Week returns to Windhoek from 12 to 15 March, screening over 150 films from 16 African countries alongside panels, masterclasses and workshops. The Namibia Film Commission says the four-day festival showcases Namibian storytelling, strengthens the local film ecosystem and provides a platform for audiences to experience films reflecting local realities and languages.
The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture has invited industry stakeholders to help shape the return of the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs), which have been dormant since MTC withdrew funding in 2020. A stakeholder engagement session is scheduled for 14 March to strengthen the awards' credibility and gather input on award categories, industry development needs, and future direction.
NTFA-nominated films are available on Showmax, YouTube, and at The Film Week (12–15 March), ahead of the Namibian Theatre and Film Awards on 28 March. The author encourages local audiences to engage with nominated films including 'Speel Aan' and '#LANDoftheBRAVEfilm', which each compete for eight awards.
The Namibian Theatre and Film Awards have announced nominees after a six-year hiatus, with the ceremony set for 28 March at the National Theatre of Namibia. The awards have expanded to include new categories such as dance as a recognised genre, and now feature gender-neutral performance awards and additional film categories reflecting growth in the creative industries.
Community screenings of Namibian films were held in Opuwo and surrounding areas in the Kunene Region, featuring productions such as Baxu and The Giants, Tjitji the Himba Girl, and Tjipangandjara to showcase local storytelling and culture. Organisers said the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to bring Namibian cinema to communities nationwide.