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Namibia's state broadcaster, operating the Drama School for young filmmakers and led by director general Menesia Muinjo as of April 2026.
The NBC Drama School is preparing its fifth season, aimed at equipping young creatives aged 18–35 with practical skills and real production experience to build sustainable careers in Namibia's film industry. Around 30 participants will work on a 52-minute film project over approximately six to eight months, with applications closing on 24 April.
20 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The NBC Drama School is preparing its fifth season, aimed at equipping young creatives aged 18–35 with practical skills and real production experience to build sustainable careers in Namibia's film industry. Around 30 participants will work on a 52-minute film project over approximately six to eight months, with applications closing on 24 April.
20 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Assembly adjourned on Tuesday following the death of Swapo parliamentarian James Uerikua, who died on Friday. The Speaker announced the adjournment after consultation with party chief whips, and President Nandi-Ndaitwah visited Uerikua's family.
8 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation's board has appointed veteran journalist Menesia Muinjo as the new director general while extending former director general Stanley Similo's contract for a three-month handover period, though the board clarified that Similo will not be involved in operations. The decision has drawn criticism from the Namibia Public Workers Union, which argues that Muinjo has sufficient institutional knowledge and that paying two directors general simultaneously is unnecessary.
6 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Information and Communication Technology Minister announced a N$682 million budget for 2026/2027, with the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation receiving N$335.3 million as the largest beneficiary among three state-owned media entities, while Nampa and New Era Publication Corporation saw their allocations reduced to N$22.5 million each.
2 April 2026 · New Era →
Flame 'Special One' Nangolo will defend his World Boxing Organisation Africa super featherweight title against Zimbabwe's Tinashe Mwadziwane on 2 May, in a bout that could move him closer to a world title opportunity. The fight headlines AC Promotions' May Day Boxing Night at the Roman Catholic Hall in Windhoek, with Nangolo currently unbeaten after 14 professional fights.
2 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation told Parliament it owes Huawei only N$3 million, not the N$184 million cited in the auditor general's report, citing a reporting threshold and incomplete project agreements. The NBC has received adverse audit reports for five consecutive years.
27 March 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will deliver her Independence Day address live on NBC at midnight on 21 March instead of at a public event, prompting the IPC and analysts to question the decision's justification and appropriateness.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation has appointed Menesia Muinjo as its new director general, effective 1 April for a five-year term, replacing Stanley Similo. Muinjo, currently NBC's news and programming chief, is expected to strengthen the corporation's ability to deliver on its strategic business plan and public broadcasting mandate.
21 March 2026 · The Namibian →
MultiChoice Namibia is phasing out its Showmax streaming service following a comprehensive review, citing significant financial losses and shifting viewer preferences toward on-demand streaming platforms. The company says the decision is part of a broader digital strategy and that it will redirect resources to DStv Stream, though the move has prompted concerns from local filmmakers about reduced platforms for African content.
13 March 2026 · New Era →
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.
10 March 2026 · The Namibian →