Namibia Minute.
Friday, 21 August 2026
Namibia’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Friday, 21 August 2026
OkaLexTranslate English into Oshikwanyama, Oshindonga, Rukwangali and OtjihereroMachine translation.Open the translator →
Windhoek—:—London—:—New York—:—Beijing—:—
Namibian press · Organization

One Africa

2025-04-052026-08-21

What’s been said

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

  1. July 2026
  2. Windhoek Observer

    One Africa has 13 member firm countries across Southern Africa, East Africa, and West Africa

    Source

    Eligible businesses from the 13 One Africa member firm countries across Southern Africa, East Africa, and West Africa are encouraged to submit their applications before 2 August.

    KPMG calls on Africa’s tech entrepreneurs to enter competition
  3. December 2025
  4. The Namibian

    One Africa awarded to Liselle and Lisette So-oabes a 12-episode TV show deal

    Source

    The award came with a career-defining prize: a 12-episode TV show deal with One Africa.

    Twinfluencers Take Home MTC Content Creators Title
Business

KPMG invites African tech startups to 2026 innovation competition

The News

KPMG Private Enterprise is calling for technology companies from 13 African member firm countries across Southern Africa, East Africa, and West Africa to apply for the KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator 2026 competition, with applications due by 2 August. Winners will advance through national and regional rounds to pitch on the global stage in Lisbon, Portugal.

9 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Thursday 9 July

  1. KPMG invites African tech startups to 2026 innovation competition

    KPMG Private Enterprise is calling for technology companies from 13 African member firm countries across Southern Africa, East Africa, and West Africa to apply for the KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator 2026 competition, with applications due by 2 August. Winners will advance through national and regional rounds to pitch on the global stage in Lisbon, Portugal.

    9 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Monday 23 March

  1. Strong turnout highlights Namibia's growing film sector momentum

    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.

    23 March 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Namibia's 2026 film week draws strong turnout, industry growth

    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.

    23 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

Thursday 29 January

  1. February events calendar: festivals, fitness, workshops

    The Namibian publishes a curated guide to February events in Windhoek and beyond, featuring music recitals, fitness challenges (Edumove Run/Walk/Cycle, Leka 'n Nice Relay), workshops (yoga, dumpling-making, actor training), networking events, and recurring activities at local venues.

    29 January 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 17 January

  1. Namibia events calendar: cricket, hiking, and community activities

    The ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup begins at the FNB Namibia Cricket Stadium today, while the coming weeks feature hiking excursions, baking courses, live music, running clubs, and recurring leisure activities across Windhoek including quiz nights, comedy evenings, and various fitness events.

    17 January 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Namibia's events calendar: sports, fitness, arts this month

    The ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup starts today at FNB Namibia Cricket Stadium, while upcoming activities include hiking, sourdough baking, live music, quiz nights, theatre training, and relay races throughout January. Various events across Windhoek and Academia offer leisure and competitive opportunities, with entry fees ranging from free to N$1,200.

    17 January 2026 · The Namibian

One Africa — Namibian press coverage · Namibia Minute