The National Literary Festival of Namibia kicked off in Windhoek on Friday.

The two-day event aims to empower authors, publishers, and bookstores and enhance their understanding of publication standards and the challenges they may face in their journey.

The National Art Council of Namibia (NACN) will hold its first ever National Literary Festival of Namibia, aimed at promoting Namibia's literature.

The festival will take place from the 1st to the 2nd of September.