Namibian theatre and film awards return 2026

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The National Theatre of Namibia, in partnership with the Namibia Film Commission and the NBC, has announced the return of the Namibian Theatre and Film Awards for 2026. 

After a six-year break, the nominees for the sixth biennial awards – spanning both stage and screen – have finally been revealed.

21 producers selected for NBC's Mukorob Master Class Pitching Programme

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Out of 47 submissions received, 21 producers have been selected to participate in the Mukorob Master Class pitching programme.

The initiative by the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) aims to empower local filmmakers to tell authentic Namibian stories.

Augustineum seminar tackles substance abuse among boys

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Concerned by rising cases of substance abuse and school dropouts among boys, Augustineum High School, in collaboration with the organisation Vision Core, on Friday hosted a seminar aimed at empowering young men to make positive life choices.

Late screening hinders cancer fight in Namibia

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Late screening and testing for cancer have been two of the biggest stumbling blocks in addressing rising cancer cases. 

Dr. Gerrit Keyter, Head of Medical Services for Palliative Care at the Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN), said late diagnoses have made treatment of cancer difficult.