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National Art Gallery of Namibia

Also known as: National Art Gallery of Namibia in Windhoek · NAGN

Namibian art institution hosting exhibitions by students, visual artists, and established artists exploring cultural identity, heritage, and contemporary themes.

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What’s been said

Key points drawn from coverage. Tap a point to see the original sentence.

  1. December 2019
  2. The Namibian

    National Art Gallery of Namibia hosted Safari Line exhibition on display until 30 November

    Source

    'Safari Line' was launched by Matheus last Friday at the National Art Gallery of Namibia in Windhoek, where it will be on display until 30 November.

    Inspired By Namibian Culture and History CBK's ‘Safari Line'
  3. November 2019
  4. The Namibian

    National Art Gallery of Namibia hosted Lukas Amakali's '#Selfie' exhibition from 10 October to 9 November

    Source

    The exhibition officially opened at the National Art Gallery of Namibia in Windhoek on 10 October and will be on display until 9 November.

    ‘#Selfie' with Amakali
  5. The Namibian

    National Art Gallery of Namibia is hosting 'Fashion Beyond Trends' by Cynthia Schimming until Saturday, 9 November

    Source

    The National Art Gallery of Namibia is hosting 'Fashion Beyond Trends' by Namibian fashion designer Cynthia Schimming until Saturday, 9 November.

    The Scene
  6. October 2019
  7. The Namibian

    National Art Gallery of Namibia is hosting Cynthia Schimming's exhibition 'Fashion Beyond Trends' until 9 November

    Source

    Former model, lecturer, clothing technologist and fashion designer Cynthia Schimming has ventured out of her comfort zone to host her first exhibition, 'Fashion Beyond Trends', currently on at the National Art Gallery of Namibia (NAGN) until 9 November.

    Cynthia Schimming Showcases ‘Fashion Beyond Trends'
  8. The Namibian

    National Art Gallery of Namibia is hosting 'Fashion Beyond Trends' by Cynthia Schimming from tomorrow until 9 November

    Source

    The National Art Gallery of Namibia is hosting 'Fashion Beyond Trends' by Namibian fashion designer Cynthia Schimming from tomorrow until 9 November.

    The Scene
  9. August 2019
  10. The Namibian

    National Art Gallery of Namibia is displaying exhibition 'Ovizire – Somgu: From Where Do We Speak?' until 24 August

    Source

    'Ovizire – Somgu: From Where Do We Speak?', an exhibition of video installations, photography and soundscape, is currently on at the National Art Gallery of Namibia until 24 August.

    The Scene
  11. The Namibian

    National Art Gallery of Namibia is displaying 'We Me' exhibition by womxn ending Thursday 8 August

    Source

    'We Me', an exhibition by womxn, is currently on at the National Art Gallery of Namibia.

    The Scene
  12. July 2019
  13. The Namibian

    National Art Gallery of Namibia is showcasing exhibition 'Ovizire Somgu: From Where Do We Speak?' until 24 August

    Source

    'Ovizire Somgu: From Where Do We Speak?', an exhibition of video installations, photography and soundscape, will be showcased at the National Art Gallery of Namibia.

    The Scene
  14. The Namibian

    National Art Gallery of Namibia is displaying Lynette Diergaardt's exhibition 'Namibian Identity Through Textiles' until tomorrow

    Source

    Lynette Diergaardt's exhibition 'Namibian Identity Through Textiles' is still on display at the National Art Gallery of Namibia until tomorrow.

    The Scene
  15. June 2019
  16. The Namibian

    National Art Gallery of Namibia is welcoming guests to witness Alpheus Mvula's exhibition 'Metaphor' from today until 22 June

    Source

    The National Art Gallery of Namibia is welcoming guests to witness Alpheus Mvula's exhibition 'Metaphor' from today until 22 June.

    The Scene
World & Region

Namibia-Portugal trade and investment ties have room to grow

The News

Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi said Namibia's relationship with Portugal still has significant potential for expansion, particularly in trade and investment, though the countries have developed cultural and trading ties. She noted that while trade volumes are improving, they have not yet matched the scale of ambition or depth of friendship between the two nations.

11 June 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 11 June

  1. Namibia-Portugal trade and investment ties have room to grow

    Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi said Namibia's relationship with Portugal still has significant potential for expansion, particularly in trade and investment, though the countries have developed cultural and trading ties. She noted that while trade volumes are improving, they have not yet matched the scale of ambition or depth of friendship between the two nations.

    11 June 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 21 May

  1. Weekly events calendar across Namibia highlights arts and training

    A listing of upcoming events in Namibia includes theatre workshops, art exhibitions, training sessions, and family expos over the coming weeks. Events range from stage actor training labs at the National Theatre of Namibia to an art exhibition at the National Art Gallery of Namibia, along with workshops on farm safety and urban gardening.

    21 May 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 25 April

  1. Windhoek College of the Arts students examine cultural identity and heritage

    The annual 'Art Splash' exhibition at the National Art Gallery of Namibia showcases work by Windhoek College of the Arts students exploring themes of cultural preservation, identity and the effects of modernity on tradition through textiles, ceramics, sculpture, photography and mixed media until 23 May. Featured artists examine how ancestral knowledge, indigenous symbolism and cultural practice intersect with urbanisation, religious faith and contemporary life.

    25 April 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 27 March

  1. Coming weeks offer markets, runs, music and creative workshops

    Namibia's event calendar features live music, rooftop jazz in Windhoek, community markets, marathon runs, acting workshops in Swakopmund, puppet-making sessions, and the start of Windhoek Karneval season, with activities ranging from free to N$600.

    27 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

Saturday 14 February

  1. Five affordable Valentine's Day date ideas for Namibians

    The Namibian suggests five low-pressure date options for Valentine's Day: making a shared playlist, painting together over wine, cooking an intimate meal at home, visiting a local art gallery, or simply resting together as a couple. The piece notes that Saturday Valentine's Day dates offer more time for celebration without the constraint of work hours.

    14 February 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 7 February

  1. Unam graduates explore motherhood and trauma through art

    The University of Namibia's 2025 visual arts graduate exhibition, on display at the National Art Gallery of Namibia until 14 February, features work by six final-year students centred on motherhood, personal trauma and Namibian cultural heritage. Key installations include textiles honouring childbirth and motherhood, masks reflecting illness and resilience, and works engaging with the Herero and Nama genocide and indigenous cultural practices.

    7 February 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 2 February

  1. Final days to experience 'Art as Poetry' at NAGN

    The National Art Gallery of Namibia's joint exhibition 'Art as Poetry', featuring works by André du Pisani and Helen Vale, closes on 5 February. The exhibition brings together approximately 50 artworks in various media, including painting, sculpture, pottery and found objects collected over 34 years, exploring how visual art conveys meaning through colour, texture, rhythm and form.

    2 February 2026 · The Namibian

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