… The Next Ma/Gaisa Star competition is hosted by SAN Welwitschia Music Productions in partnership with the NTN, the National Arts Council of Namibia, the NBC and Namport, which sponsors N$500 000 annually over three years.
‘My Victory Was God-ordained’ – Next Ma/Gaisa Star Winner Sylvia HaosesNamibia Minute.
Monday, 11 May 2026
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National Arts Council of Namibia
National Arts Council of Namibia — organization managing the National Arts Fund and supporting creative sector development through bursaries, project grants, and capacity-building programmes for artists.
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- April 2024
… WMP partnered with the NTN, National Arts Council of Namibia and Namibian Broadcasting Corporation to host the event. …
Next ma /gaisa star gets stamp of approval- March 2024
… Eises says the show aims to create an immersive musical experience, celebrating the richness of live music and promoting arts education through a music project offering free piano lessons to beginners and music enthusiasts in the community. “The National Arts Council of Namibia h …
Suzy Eises Live at NTN on Saturday- March 2022
… Commenting on the support from the government, Katamba says they did not benefit directly, but indirectly as Werah Café Theatre benefited from the instruments that were donated to HOTA by the National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN), and these are the instruments that they have be …
Werah Café Theatre A Creative Hub for Independent Artists… -Gee, Elia Davinci and Panashe, keeping the venue alive.Commenting on the support from the government, Katamba says they did not benefit directly, but indirectly as Werah Café Theatre benefited from the instruments that were donated to HOTA by the National Arts Council of Namibia …
Werah Café Theatre A Creative Hub for Independent Artists- February 2022
… The National Arts Council of Namibia is established through the National Arts Fund Act of 2005, which makes provision for the establishment of a council to act as an advisory body to the fund. …
Hunt On For New Arts Council- December 2021
… According to the chairperson of the National Arts Council of Namibia, Patrick Sam, the council’s mandate and duty is to lead advocacy for the case of the arts and to establish the arts as a viable career. …
Music Business in Namibia Reader Launches- September 2021
Auditor general Junias Kandjeke recently told the National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN) its books for the financial years from 2013 to 2017 are a mess. …
Arts Council Gets First Audit in Nine Years
Culture
Minister urges transparency in National Arts Fund allocation
The News
Minister Sanet Steenkamp told newly appointed National Arts Council members that transparent, equitable, and impactful resource allocation is critical to supporting Namibia's creative sector fairly. The council is responsible for managing the National Arts Fund and ensuring funding reaches artists across both urban and rural areas.
Why it matters
Arts minister emphasises transparency in National Arts Fund allocation—addressing accountability in creative sector funding across rural and urban areas.
25 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Saturday 25 April
Minister urges transparency in National Arts Fund allocation
Minister Sanet Steenkamp told newly appointed National Arts Council members that transparent, equitable, and impactful resource allocation is critical to supporting Namibia's creative sector fairly. The council is responsible for managing the National Arts Fund and ensuring funding reaches artists across both urban and rural areas.
25 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 20 March
Namibian filmmakers increasingly tell their own stories
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.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
Tuesday 10 March
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 →
Wednesday 18 February
NACN awards N$531,859 in bursaries to ten arts students
The National Arts Council of Namibia has awarded bursaries to ten students pursuing arts-related studies at local and international institutions, including heritage conservation, film, animation, and professional acting. The funding aligns with government education guidelines and the creative sector's skills needs.
18 February 2026 · New Era →
Friday 13 February
Filmmaker Haikali launches institute to build sustainable creative careers
Veteran filmmaker Joel Haikali has established the Creative Industry Institute Africa to address gaps in Namibia's creative ecosystem, particularly in distribution, marketing and monetisation, as many young creatives lack access to information, markets and funding. The National Arts Council is also shifting from one-off project grants towards enterprise development and capacity building to help creatives build viable, income-generating businesses.
13 February 2026 · New Era →
Monday 9 February
Tsum Arts stages play depicting everyday Namibian life
Playwright Peter Linyondi's stage play "End of the Month" portrayed relatable Namibian experiences including financial hardship and family relationships, with humor balanced thoughtfully to reflect on serious topics. The production, supported by the National Arts Council of Namibia's 3rd Cycle Grant, attracted local leaders and positive audience feedback, encouraging further local theatre development.
9 February 2026 · New Era →
Sunday 25 January
Community art workshop empowers local artists with new skills
A 12-day workshop at Ombili Community Centre in Windhoek trained 12 aspiring artists in knitting, tie-dye, and painting, with participants now selling their work in the community. The workshop, supported by the National Arts Council of Namibia, aims to expand nationally and include school-based programmes such as mural painting.
25 January 2026 · The Namibian →