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Oshakati Totem Expo

2021-07-062026-06-08
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In coverage

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  1. May 2026

  2. Informanté

    Staff Reporter Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called on local authorities across Namibia to introduce initiatives that support local businesses through trade fairs and expos similar to the Oshakati Totem Expo. …

    Witbooi praises Oshakati Totem Expo as driver of economic growth, calls for more local trade expos

  3. The Namibian

    All is set for the 14th edition of the Oshakati Totem Expo, with preparations already underway, while organisers say they are working hard towards a bigger and better event this year. …

    Oshakati Totem Expo to pull crowds
  4. March 2026

  5. New Era

    OSHAKATI – The spirit of culture, identity and entrepreneurship will once again take centre stage in Oshakati, as the town prepares to host the 14th edition of the Oshakati Totem Expo. …

    Oshakati Totem Expo returns
  6. July 2021

  7. The Namibian

    … Although she only met Karina for the first time in 2012 at the Oshakati Totem Expo, Kerina was always supportive, Amakali says. …

    Kerina: A family man full of Namibian stories
Business

Vice President calls for local trade expos across Namibia

The News

Vice President Lucia Witbooi praised the 12th Oshakati Totem Expo as a driver of economic growth and called on local authorities to introduce similar trade fairs and expos. She said government recognizes expos and trade fairs as vital catalysts for economic growth and grassroots development, and emphasized that culture can serve as an economic resource through cultural tourism, heritage infrastructure, and creative industries.

Why it matters

Vice President's push for local trade expos reflects government commitment to grassroots economic growth and cultural development across regions.

30 May 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 30 May

  1. Vice President calls for local trade expos across Namibia

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi praised the 12th Oshakati Totem Expo as a driver of economic growth and called on local authorities to introduce similar trade fairs and expos. She said government recognizes expos and trade fairs as vital catalysts for economic growth and grassroots development, and emphasized that culture can serve as an economic resource through cultural tourism, heritage infrastructure, and creative industries.

    30 May 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Oshakati Totem Expo returns for 14th edition in May

    The Oshakati Totem Expo, a cultural and commercial exhibition held annually since 2012, will run from 29 May to 6 June at Independence Stadium under the theme 'Building Relationships Through Culture'. Town Council officials say the event attracts thousands of visitors and provides entrepreneurs and creatives a platform to showcase talents while celebrating Namibian heritage.

    19 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 23 March

  1. Oshakati hosts 14th Totem Expo in May-June 2026

    The Oshakati Totem Expo will return to Oshakati Stadium from 29 May to 6 June 2026, bringing together cultural groups, artists, SMEs and businesses to celebrate tradition, share cultural heritage and support local economic growth. According to the Town Council, the event provides opportunities for entrepreneurs and vendors while allowing communities to reconnect with their roots through performances, crafts and exhibitions.

    23 March 2026 · New Era →

Oshakati Totem Expo — Namibian press coverage · Namibia Minute