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Namibian Broadcasting Corporation

Also known as: NBC · The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation · Public broadcaster NBC

Namibian Broadcasting Corporation — public broadcaster that celebrated its 35th anniversary in 2026 and operates the NBC Drama School for young filmmakers.

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What’s been said

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  1. August 2019

  2. The Namibian

    Namibian Broadcasting Corporation aired the programme 'School Grounds'

    Source

    “When I was in Grade 11, I was a co-host for the programme 'School Grounds', which aired on the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC).”

    Slaying All The Way
  3. June 2019

  4. The Namibian

    Namibian Broadcasting Corporation airs the lifestyle television programme 'Whata-Lifestyle' featuring Robyn Nakaambo

    Source

    “Nakaambo is the presenter of the lifestyle television programme 'Whata-Lifestyle' on NBC, which earned her a Simply You Magazine Lifestyle and Fashion award for best TV personality in 2018.”

    Catching Up with Ruby The Dime

  5. The Namibian

    NBC premiered 'Body with Maria Nepembe' at Grove Mall's Ster Kinekor

    Source

    “Notable faces and figures mingled on the red carpet at the premiere of NBC's highly anticipated 'Body with Maria Nepembe' at Grove Mall's Ster Kinekor in Windhoek last weekend.”

    Red Carpet Looks at ‘Body with Maria Nepembe' Premiere
Politics

Speaker urges media to portray women leaders more fairly

The News

Speaker of the National Assembly Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila called on media institutions to improve coverage of women in leadership positions, saying disproportionate focus on controversy and personal conduct over professional achievements erodes public confidence in women leaders and discourages their participation in public life.

Why it matters

The Speaker's call for fairer media coverage of women leaders addresses bias in public discourse and women's participation in governance.

6 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 6 June

  1. Speaker urges media to portray women leaders more fairly

    Speaker of the National Assembly Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila called on media institutions to improve coverage of women in leadership positions, saying disproportionate focus on controversy and personal conduct over professional achievements erodes public confidence in women leaders and discourages their participation in public life.

    6 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 5 June

  1. NBC marks 35 years of information, education, entertainment

    The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation celebrated its 35th anniversary on Friday. Former directors and a media ombudsman reflected on the corporation's journey, including challenges of modernization, content acquisition, and maintaining relevance as a public broadcaster.

    5 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 27 May

  1. Govt and church leaders warn of rising youth hopelessness crisis

    Government and church leaders have warned that growing hopelessness, mental health pressures, substance abuse and unemployment are placing many young Namibians at risk. Vice President Lucia Witbooi called for stronger cooperation between churches, traditional leaders, communities and civil society to address these social challenges.

    27 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 22 May

  1. Omusati teen saves nine-month-old twins from drowning

    A 16-year-old learner at Nicodemus Primary School rescued nine-month-old twins from a pond at Omutundungu village after witnessing them being thrown into the water. Cornelius Shimwaafeni jumped in, pulled both babies out, performed CPR, and called for help; the twins were discharged from hospital and the teenager has been widely praised, including by Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare.

    22 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Wembanyama's 27 points lead Spurs past Timberwolves in playoff

    Victor Wembanyama scored 27 points as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97 to move within one win of the NBA Western Conference finals, with the series now 3-2 in San Antonio's favor.

    13 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Road deaths persist as national crisis requiring urgent attention

    The Namibian reports that 15 people died on roads during a long weekend, bringing the year-to-date toll to 170 by 3 May, with the MVA Fund recording 921 crashes, 1,467 injuries, and 143 fatalities from January to 26 April. The editorial argues road crashes constitute a persistent national crisis requiring immediate action, citing WHO data showing Namibia recorded about 423 fatalities in 2023 at a rate of 14 per 100,000 population.

    12 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 11 May

  1. Top 10 Miss Namibia finalists selected in Windhoek

    The 2026 Miss Namibia preliminary competition narrowed the field from 18 contestants to 10 finalists over the weekend in Windhoek. The crowning ceremonies will be held in Gobabis as part of an effort to decentralise the event, with Miss Teen Namibia scheduled for 31 July and the main Miss Namibia event on 1 August.

    11 May 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Unam and Mighty Gunners reach 2026 Top 8 Cup final

    Unam FC and Mighty Gunners FC advanced to the 2026 Standard Bank Top 8 Cup final after securing narrow semi-final victories on Saturday at Outjo Sport Stadium. Unam defeated FC Ongos 1-0 with a goal from Shaun Rugam, with Ronaldo Kauvi named man of the match.

    11 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Miss Teen and Miss Namibia pageants aim for regional standards

    Preliminary competitions for Miss Teen Namibia and Miss Namibia are scheduled for Friday and Saturday in Windhoek, with organisers working toward regional standards by bringing in a Botswana pageant director to join the judging panel as part of a move toward SADC regional integration.

    6 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. African Stars, Chula Chula eliminated from Top 8 Cup

    The Standard Bank Top 8 Cup quarter-finals at Swakopmund saw defending champions African Stars fall to Eleven Arrows in a penalty shootout (0-0 draw, 4-2 loss), and fan favourites Eeshoke Chula Chula knocked out. Four teams advanced to the semi-finals, with Eleven Arrows set to face Mighty Gunners at Outjo.

    5 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 3 May

  1. 76ers defeat Celtics in NBA playoff comeback

    Joel Embiid scored 34 points and Tyrese Maxey added 30 as the seventh-seeded Philadelphia 76ers defeated the second-seeded Boston Celtics 109-100 to eliminate them from the NBA playoffs, completing a comeback from 3-1 down in the series.

    3 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 2 May

  1. Shikololo warns against abandoning traditional values

    Shikololo, regarded as the first artist to popularise Oshiwambo rap, reflects on his childhood in exile during Namibia's liberation war and his introduction to rap music in Germany, warning people not to sell their traditional values.

    2 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 30 April

  1. Unam FC prepare for Standard Bank Top 8 match against Blue Waters

    Unam FC head coach Robert Nauseb says his team is ready to face Blue Waters FC in a Standard Bank Top 8 knockout match in Swakopmund. Nauseb acknowledged Blue Waters' strength—they have won all six of their games—and noted the difficulty of playing away, though he is confident his squad will perform well and are available except for one player still recovering from a muscle injury.

    30 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Accountant launches unscripted content show without formal training

    Accountant Rauha Severus, 27, launched Unscripted Moments with Rauha in March 2025, a raw and high-energy show where she interviews guests with real, honest conversations. Severus bypassed traditional gatekeepers by using her phone and microphone to start her content creation journey, handling everything from venue scouting to editing herself.

    29 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 26 April

  1. NBA playoffs: Thunder sweep Phoenix, Magic stun top-seeded Pistons

    Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points to lead Oklahoma City to a 121-109 victory over Phoenix and a 3-0 playoff series lead. In the Eastern Conference, the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic defeated the top-seeded Detroit Pistons 113-105 to take a 2-1 series lead.

    26 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 25 April

  1. National Theatre collaborates to bring 'Bang Bang' to Grade 8 pupils

    The National Theatre of Namibia and City of Windhoek transported more than 1,700 Grade 8 pupils to see 'Bang Bang', a play about school violence and youth challenges, directed by local theatremaker Veronique Kuchekana-Chirau. The production uses the 'Kilanova Method' to help pupils engage with their prescribed text while exploring issues such as bullying, trauma, criminal violence and teen pregnancy.

    25 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 20 April

  1. NBC Drama School launches fifth season for young filmmakers

    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 →

Wednesday 8 April

  1. National Assembly adjourns to honour deceased Swapo parliamentarian Uerikua

    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 →

Tuesday 7 April

  1. President appoints new ministerial and deputy ministerial officials

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed several new officials to ministerial and deputy ministerial positions, including Charles Mubita as minister in the Presidency, Hambeleleni Ndjaleka as deputy minister of health and social services, and others to various portfolio positions across government departments.

    7 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 6 April

  1. NBC extends Similo contract three months during Muinjo handover

    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 →

Thursday 2 April

  1. NBC receives N$335 million in 2026/27 media budget allocation

    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 →

  2. Namibian boxer Nangolo fights for world title pathway

    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 →

Friday 27 March

  1. NBC claims N$3m owed Huawei, not N$184m flagged

    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 →

Sunday 22 March

  1. Opposition criticises president's midnight Independence Day TV address

    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 →

Saturday 21 March

  1. Menesia Muinjo appointed NBC director general for five years

    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 →

Friday 13 March

  1. MultiChoice discontinues Showmax as streaming competition intensifies

    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 →

Tuesday 10 March

  1. Arts ministry consults on reviving dormant Namibian music awards

    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 →

Monday 9 March

  1. Former runner-up returns to Miss Namibia pageant

    Albertina Haimbala, who finished as first runner-up in the 2023 Miss Namibia pageant and later competed as Miss Earth Namibia in 2024, has returned to compete in the 2026 pageant, aiming to represent Namibia at Miss Universe.

    9 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 3 March

  1. Government cuts funding to state-owned enterprises in 2026/27

    The finance ministry plans to reduce subsidies and capital transfers to state-owned enterprises from N$1.3 billion in 2025/26 to N$615.7 million in 2026/27, citing fiscal consolidation and high public debt. Several SOEs including TransNamib and the Agricultural Bank of Namibia will receive no government transfers, while priority support goes to the National Housing Enterprise and Road Fund Administration.

    3 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 27 February

  1. NBC's Karuaihe-Upi steps down as Miss Namibia Queen Mother

    Umbi Karuaihe-Upi has announced her departure after 35 years with NBC and leadership of the Miss Namibia Organisation, saying it is time to focus on personal projects and live a full life. Under her stewardship since 2023, she transformed Miss Namibia into a movement for change centred on education, housing, and women's empowerment, with contestants achieving international placements including a return to the Miss Universe Top 20 after two decades.

    27 February 2026 · New Era →

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