Documentation
Films, lectures, reporting and oral history about Namibia and its past.
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- - RR7336A SOUTH WEST AFRICA REPORT. South west africa report Cuts available: z039224, z039227, z039225, z039226, z039228 In South West Africa (Namibia) African political opposition to South Africa's presence continues with church and lay leaders demanding a South African withdrawal. But when Prime Minister John Vorster went to Windhoek, the capital, in 1973 he reaffirmed South Africa's determination to retain control.
- - SYND 31 5 75 AMBASSADOR BANDA OF NAMIBIA ADDRESSES UN. Coverage of ambassador Banda of Namibia addresses UN.
- - SYND 28 1 76 PIK BOTHA ON NAMIBIA AT UNO. South African politician Pik Botha.
- - SYND 28 1 76 GAROEB SPEAKS TO UN ON NAMIBIA. Justus Garoeb, leader of the Namibian National Front speaks for his country.
- - SYND 13 2 76 VORSTER INTERVIEW ON NAMIBIA. An interview with South African Prime Minister Balthazar J Vorster about Namibia.
- - SYND 22 8 76 INTERVIEW WITH THE NAMIBIAN LEADER DOCTOR AFRUCA. Namibian leaders arriving for meeting and interview with the Namibian leader Doctor Afruca.
- - SYND 11 6 77 FIVE WESTERN DELEGATES ARRIVE TO DISCUSS NAMIBIA. Delegates arrive for a meeting in South Africa over the issue of South West Africa or Namibia.
- - RR7804A NAMIBIA THE LAND AND ITS PEOPLE. Namibia the land and its people Namibia, South West Africa, is a vast land of deserts and barren plains, rocky ranges and scrub. It covers an area four times bigger than Britain yet its terrain and climate are so hostile that only 800,000 people live there. Namibia is important for its mineral resources and its strategic location.
- - SYND 11 8 78 INTERVIEW WITH LEADER OF THE UN MISSION TO NAMIBIA, MARTTI AHTISAARI. The Administrator-General of the South African government in South-West Africa (Namibia), Judge Marthinus Steyn.
- - L116796. STORY In Namibia UNITA forces ldr Jonas Savimbi leads 10th anniversary rally and celebrations.
- - G25098902. Sam Nujoma, the South-West Africa Peoples Organization (SWAPO) leader, drew a jubilant crowd of about 70,000 to a staddium in the Namibian capital Windhoek Sunday (24/9) for his first speech since returning from 30 years in exile.
- - OneAfrica TV - Top Stories - Namibia Defence Force Accident. An account of OneAfrica TV - Top Stories - Namibia Defence Force Accident.
- - OneAfrica TV - Local News - MICT: My Namibia, My Pride. A record of OneAfrica TV - Local News - MICT: My Namibia, My Pride.
- - OneAfrica TV - Local News - Namibia Rights. Coverage of OneAfrica TV - Local News - Namibia Rights.
- - Historic moment for The Namibian. On September 30 2011, at a special function for staff, The Namibian's founding Editor, Gwen Lister, who headed the newspaper for 26 years, handed over to Tangeni Amupadhi, who took over with effect October 1 2011. At the same function, Lister announced the new Board of Directors of the Free Press of Namibia (Pty) Ltd, as well as the Board of Trustees. This video is an edited version of Lister's speech and Amupadhi's acceptance at the event.
- - Middle and Late Stone Age in Arid Southern Africa: Excavations at Erb Tanks, Namibia. Dr. Jim Enloe speaks about the "Middle and Late Stone Age in Arid Southern Africa: Excavations at Erb Tanks.
- - Ben Ulenga (Full Interview) (Namibia Documentary Series). We had the opportunity to meet with former PLAN Fighter and current leader of the Congress of Democrats in Namibia, Mr. Ben Ulenga. He was kind enough to share his story.
- - Kanana Hishoono (Full Interview) (Namibia Documentary Series). On 14 August 2012, we had the privilege to sit down with liberation struggle hero and political advisor to the President, Mr. Kanana Hishoono, at his home in Windhoek. He spoke with us about his time in Cuba and the Namibian Liberation Struggle.
- - RETURN OF THE BRAVE, NAMPA TV ARCHIVES. A memorial service for the remains of seven veterans of Namibia's liberation struggle was held on the eve of Heroes' Day here on Monday. The mortal remains of seven heroes/heroines of the struggle were exhumed and repatriated from Angola and Zambia, and they will be laid to rest at Heroes' Acre in Windhoek during the commemoration of Heroes' Day on Tuesday.
- - Namibia: Free at Last!. This short film chronicles the struggles for independence, focusing particularly on the role of the Lutheran churches in Namibia, and in the international community. Missionary work, teachers, and aid workers are profiled.
- - Namibia: Tell the World. Lutheran Council in the USA \u0026 Newsreel Collective Ltd.
- - Namibia: Tell the World. Lutheran Council in the USA \u0026 Newsreel Collective Ltd.
- - I have Seen (nda mona). Out of the experience of a bitter war with South Africa, the film's voices tell of war crimes committed by Namibia's liberation movement. Since being elected to government, the former liberation movement has urged that the past should be forgotten and forgiven.
- - Omakoma e Uya. A show of the Namibian People's Liberation Army returning from exile to Namibia. High officials in the Force are interviewed and weapons are named as they pass in the procession.
- - Voices from the Land. This Film Describes the situation of the Black pastoral farmers of Namibia, including their feelings toward land tenure and use and the difficult social conditions under which they live.
- - Whose Land?. A Film about Commercial farm owners, Black farm workers and the issues of land tenure and land reform in Namibia.
- - Whose Land?. A Film about Commercial farm owners, Black farm workers and the issues of land tenure and land reform in Namibia.
- - Namibian Heroes History. A record of Namibian Heroes History.
- - Namibians responds positively to National Income and Expenditure Survey. The Namibia Statistics Agency is quite satisfied with the responses they have been receiving from the general public regarding the current National Income and Expenditure Survey.
- - Collecting policies and place: Comparative perspectives, Veno Kauaria, National Archives of Namibia. Coverage of Collecting policies and place: Comparative perspectives, Veno Kauaria, National Archives of Namibia.
- - Diescho Describes History of the Caprivi Strip. Prof. Joseph Diescho, a Namibian Intellectual and Political Scientist Conducts a Public Lecture in Katima Mulilo the Capital of the once troubled region Caprivi now re-named as Zambezi, he looks into the history of the Caprivi Strip, politics of secession and how government of the new Namibia should do to bring development into it. This video footage was taken by The Caprivi Vision Newspaper on October 30.
- - Putuse Appolus Remembered 2-NBC. Mini biography of one of Namibia's iconic freedom fighters, Meekulu Putuse Appolus.
- - NAMPA: WHK 2016 Heritage Week decentralised 22 September 2016 HD. Organisers of the 2016 Heritage Week have decentralised this year's celebrations of the annual event to ensure the participation of all ethnic groups in Namibia. Regional celebrations under the theme 'Intangible Cultural Heritage, Keeping Culture Alive' are taking place at local museums, the establishments of cultural organisations and other public spaces across the country.
- - NAMPA: WHK 2016 Heritage Week decentralised 22 September 2016 HD. Organisers of the 2016 Heritage Week have decentralised this year's celebrations of the annual event to ensure the participation of all ethnic groups in Namibia. Regional celebrations under the theme 'Intangible Cultural Heritage, Keeping Culture Alive' are taking place at local museums, the establishments of cultural organisations and other public spaces across the country.
- - CITES rejects Namibia and Zimbabwe bids to export ivory. The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species has thwarted a bid by Zimbabwe and Namibia to be allowed to trade in ivory.
- - Namibia South Africa export on bovine TB-NBC. An account of Namibia South Africa export on bovine TB.
- - Namibia South Africa export on bovine TB-NBC. An account of Namibia South Africa export on bovine TB.
- - Summer Drylands Programme 20. The Summer Drylands Programme (SDP) is a two month research training internship offered by Gobabeb Research and Training Centre in partnership with the Desert Research Foundation of Namibia (DRFN). The programme has run for twenty years, hence this year's programme is SDP 20.
- - Muchila Speaks Out On Tribalism And Politics of Secession. Mr. Linus Lifasi Muchila, a villager, politician and farmer in his experience said people of the Zambezi region formerly known as the Caprivi have been described as Tribalistic which he disagree with in sense that he is not young as he is at 50-years of age and had been to parliament for short period of time and that he had a bit of understanding of what he talks.
- - DTA Namibia released their annual financial statements - NBC. Coverage of DTA Namibia released their annual financial statements.
- - DTA Namibia released their annual financial statements - NBC. Coverage of DTA Namibia released their annual financial statements.
- - Cultural practices hinder progress of women in Kunene - NBC. An account of Cultural practices hinder progress of women in Kunene.
- - Namibia well on track with national emissions targets - NBC. Coverage of Namibia well on track with national emissions targets.
- - Video: Life Fighters 1 - 0 Tigers. Mtc Namibia Premier League 07 April 2019.
- - Namibia to consider introduction of Kiswahili in local schools - NBC. Namibia to consider introduction of Kiswahili in local schools.
- - Namibia's young author Nguvitjita - BBC What's New?. Nguvitjita Movirongo wants to be a doctor. And at just 13 she's had her first book published. She won the Namibian young writers competition in 2019 for her first book 'The Olufuko Princess'.
- - Video: Best NSSC higher level performers. Best Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate higher-level performers.
- - Senior Chief Inyambo 2017 Anniversary at Mwandi. A record of Senior Chief Inyambo 2017 Anniversary at Mwandi.
- - THEIR BLOOD WATERS OUR FREEDOM, Namibian Heroes (Official Documentary). A record of THEIR BLOOD WATERS OUR FREEDOM, Namibian Heroes (Official Documentary).
- - Namibia retains number one position in press freedom in Africa-NBC. An account of Namibia retains number one position in press freedom in Africa.
- - Support The Namibian's fearless journalism. As an independent voice, The Namibian has carved out a unique place in Namibia.
- - Yesterday's Bulletin REBROADCAST by One Africa TV. Also on DStv (284), GOtv Namibia (90) and streaming on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, DStv Now App and TV2Africa.com.
- - The Context Podcast. On this week's Context Podcast, journalist Enoke Kaumba provides context to some of the top stories reported by The Namibian last week. This includes a story on the deplorable conditions for inmates at the Wanaheda police station.
- - Government guarantees press freedom is upheld in Namibia during COVID-19. Is coming back home to Namibia, the country where the Windhoek Declaration was signed at a UNESCO conference held in Windhoek in 1991. Today on One spoke to the Minister of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) to discuss how important press freedom has been for the government, especially with Namibia's number one position in Press Freedom in Africa.
- - Couple's fight for children's Namibian citizenship. Namibian Phillip Lühl and his Mexican husband Guillermo Delgado are fighting to obtain Namibian citizenship for their three children.
- - Namibia reclaims top position as country with freest media in Africa. Coverage of Namibia reclaims top position as country with freest media in Africa.
- - Namibia imposes new coronavirus prevention restrictions as cases spike. An account of Namibia imposes new coronavirus prevention restrictions as cases spike.
- - Stanley - /ni ha /name da tama. A record of Stanley - /ni ha /name da tama.
- - History grade 9. Pan Africanism. Good day viewers i am misanawaka welcome to our second program for the night history lesson today we are going to learn.
- - History Grade 9 African Nationalism. Good day viewers i am mr newecker welcome to our first program for grade nine history lesson today we are going.
- - History grade 10/11. South African History. 1948-1994. A record of History grade 10/11.
- - Namibian film industry picks up steam- NBC. Coverage of Namibian film industry picks up steam.
- - Churches, civil society bemoan Namibia's ranking as 19th most unequal country in the world - NBC. Churches, civil society bemoan Namibia's ranking as 19th most unequal country in the world.
- - Otjimbingwe's development testament to Namibia's storied history - NBC. An account of Otjimbingwe's development testament to Namibia's storied history.
- - Otjimbingwe's development testament to Namibia's storied history - NBC. An account of Otjimbingwe's development testament to Namibia's storied history.
- - Namibia: activist Michael Amushelelo hands himself over to police. The member of the political party, Namibian Economic Freedom Fighters filmed his action just a day after he posted a video of himself disrupting businesses in China Town.
- - Namibia to be the first African country to take part in the global Education and Transforming Summit
- - Archives week 2022 (National Archives of Namibia). The National Archives of Namibia joins the International Council on Archives for this years archives week launched between the 6th to the 10th of June 2022 under the theme.
- - The UnTold History of Namibia. Like every country having it's full history toward independence (The long walk to freedom), Namibia cannot be an exception. The are just a lot of unrecognised activities that took place in favor of our Namibian independence and I'm highlighting them in here.
- - Gert Brits The Namibian Newspaper Cup. Gert Brits travelled from Swakopmund to support defending champions Erongo region in The Namibian Newspaper Cup underway at Oshakati.
- - The Namibian Newspaper Cup 2022: Frieda Venondumbo from Omusati is proud. Frieda Venondumbo from Omusati says she is excited that her region won a bronze medal against Oshana.
- - NHC and NCRST sign partnership agreement- nbc. The National Heritage Council of Namibia and the National Commission on Research, Science and Technology have signed a partnership agreement aimed at reforming and harmonising the operations of the two entities.
- - Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust embarks fish distribution project- nbc. The Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT) is embarking on a project that will increase accessibility to fish distribution centres around the country.
- - Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust embarks fish distribution project- nbc. The Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT) is embarking on a project that will increase accessibility to fish distribution centres around the country.
- - Sustaining namibian heritage. Rebecca Bennett; Goodman Gwasira; Jacqui Mulville;Ffion Reynolds; Agnes Shiningayamwe; Steve Smith; Scott Williams.
- - Tune in to The Business Brief Episode 1. An account of Tune in to The Business Brief Episode 1.
- - Namibia welcomes Peace and Security Report- nbc. Namibia has welcomed and endorsed the Peace and Security Report, presented during the 36th ordinary session of the AU Assembly.
- - Namibia welcomes Peace and Security Report- nbc. Namibia has welcomed and endorsed the Peace and Security Report, presented during the 36th ordinary session of the AU Assembly.
- - English AS Level, Grade 12, Structuring paragraphs effectively.. An account of English AS Level, Grade 12, Structuring paragraphs effectively.
- - Africa Energy Indaba, Namibia looking to diversify its electricity supply: Francois van Schalkwyk. Issues of security of energy supply and environmental sustainability are set to top the Agenda this week at the 2023 Africa Energy Indaba. The three-day event gets underway today and will bring together different African role players in the energy space to discuss the continent's energy challenges. The Conference comes at a time when South Africa is facing growing energy problems.
- - US Ambassador praises Namibia's media freedom record - nbc. The US Ambassador to Namibia, Randy Berry has praised Namibia for its media freedom record. Namibia is ranked number two on the World Press Freedom Index of Africa.
- - Namibia reclaims number one position on the Press Freedom Index. The country is also ranked 22 out of 180 countries in the world.
- - Africa in Business: from capital to cashews. Societe Generale takes a step back in Africa while Namibia looks to profit from its 'green' minerals.
- - Rugby: Namibia beats Chile in pre-world cup friendly. Namibia, the second African nation along with reigning champions South Africa to compete at the World Cup, are in Pool A alongside New Zealand.
- - Former nbc employee Tjombonde dies - nbc. A long-serving former employee of the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (nbc), Rikuetjua Tjombonde, has died aged 62.
- - Namibia appreciates UNESCO's support on Press Freedom - nbc. The country is,currently ranked 1st in Africa and 22nd in the world. Namibia's Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, Albertus !Aochamub emphasized this and progress made in other aspects during the 217th session of the Executive Board underway in Paris.
- - "Under the Hanging Tree" for Oscars - nbc. The Namibian film "Under the Hanging Tree" has been selected as an entrant for the Oscars. The Namibia International Feature Film Awards Selection Committee made the selection recently.
- - Namibia, Germany cooperate to preserve historical records - nbc. The National Archives of Namibia (NAN) and the Landesarchiv Baden-Württemberg, Germany, have jointly organised a two-day workshop on the preservation.
- - Lukas" film premiers Thursday - nbc. An account of Lukas" film premiers Thursday.
- - Namibia Archives Application. Discover the groundbreaking collaboration between the Namibia National Commission for UNESCO, the National Information Workers Association of Namibia (NIWAN), and Mindsinaction as they unite to create the innovative Namibia Archives Application.
- - Namibia Archives Application. Discover the groundbreaking collaboration between the Namibia National Commission for UNESCO, the National Information Workers Association of Namibia (NIWAN), and Mindsinaction as they unite to create the innovative Namibia Archives Application.
- - The Echoes of Freedom. 34th Heroes' Day Commemoration Documentary.
- - NAMIBIA CONNECTS, Operi Tjipuka on her book "He Speaks, I Pen" - nbc. The book, He Speaks, I Pen, was written for everyone,the young, middle-aged, and old. It will be launched on 8 November 2024 at Experince Koi Global in Windhoek.
- - MultiChoice Namibia's Ombura Project Empowers Filmmakers - nbc. An account of MultiChoice Namibia's Ombura Project Empowers Filmmakers.
- - THE DAILY ROUNDUP WITH NINA, Restoration Community Development Organization - NBC. As violence continues to grow and cases become exceedingly concerning in Namibia, the community has taken the initiative to find ways on how to address this highly alarming issue. The Restoration Community Development Organization is set to host a community discussion that aims to shed light on the underlying factors contributing to violence.
- - Namibian drug mule gets eight years in jail. A 30-year-old Namibian national found with 68 bullet-sized cocaine-filled packets in her stomach has been sentenced to 8 years direct imprisonment by the Kempton Park Magistrate's Court. National police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe says more than 20 drug traffickers have been arrested at OR Tambo International Airport since last year com and on all Social Media platforms.
- - The Namibian newspaper still telling it like it is after 40 years. Veteran journalist and founder of The Namibian, Gwen Lister, says even when the newspaper faced bomb attacks, its motto of "telling it like it is" remained the same. Lister was speaking at The Namibian's 40th anniversary celebration held in Windhoek on Friday.
- - Echoes Of Resistance: Episode 1:South African Occupation in Namibia and Conflict between the UN & SA. Coverage of Echoes Of Resistance: Episode 1:South African Occupation in Namibia and Conflict between the UN & SA.
- - Memorial Ceremony for Jholerina Timbo, Namibian Trans Activist. On the 16th of October, the Namibia Diverse Women's Association (NWDA) held a memorial service for Madame Jholerina in her home country, Namibia. Jholerina Brinnette Theodora Timbo passed away on the 9th of October 2025. She had only turned 40 a few weeks before. She was a colourful person, proudly wearing her traditional attire and boldly claiming space everywhere she went.
- - GMN INTERVIEW, 2025 Namibia Annual Sport Awards - nbc. The 2025 Namibia Annual Sport Awards, celebrating the nation's top athletes and sporting achievements, will take place on Saturday, 22 November, at the Trade Fair Centre's Queens Hall in Ongwediva. This year's dynamic duo, CJ Kotze and Shoki Kandjimi, will present the awards on the main stage.
- - Erongo government steps up efforts to address critical water shortages - nbc. The Erongo Regional Governor, Nathalia, Goagoses has reiterated government's efforts to find long-term solutions to the critical water shortages. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the, Naras water pipeline project in Okombahe, the governor pledged that no community in Erongo will be left without water. Erongo is one of Namibia's driest regions, and water remains a daily struggle for many rural communities.
- - BUSNESS TODAY, NamRA:One-Stop Customs and Excise Centre - nbc. Namibia's rapidly expanding e-commerce sector, particularly small operators commonly known as "Order With Me" businesses, has for years voiced concerns over customs procedures, persistent delays, and what they describe as unfair treatment at ports of entry. In response, the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has established a One-Stop Customs and Excise Centre, aimed at consolidating key customs functions under one roof to improve coordination.
- - MUKOROB FILM PROJECT PHASE 2 KICKS OFF - nbc. The Mukorob film project phase 2 has kicked off in Windhoek today, where selected producers are pitching their story ideas in front of a panel. The project is aimed at growing Namibia's creative and film production.
- - NAMIBIAN EDITORS WARN OF PRESSURES ON MEDIA FREEDOM AMID STRONG DEMOCRATIC RECORD - nbc. From overcoming colonial rule to achieving self-determination, central to this progress has been a free press, which plays a role in holding power to account. But journalists say the story is not without challenges. Economic pressure on newsrooms, limited access to public information, and the rise of misinformation on social platforms are shaping how media operates. NBC News spoke to some editors about the state of press freedom in Namibia.
- - NAMIBIA CONNECTS, ECHOES OF OMUSATI DOCUMENTARY - nbc. Echoes of Omusati is a first-of-its-kind documentary in Namibia that celebrates the rich heritage, history.
- - GMN INTERVIEW, NBC DRAMA SCHOOL FILM & TV TRAINING PROGRAMME - nbc. The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation is inviting aspiring filmmakers to apply for its NBC Drama School Film and Television Training Programme. The application process is closing on 24 April 2026, this is a valuable opportunity for passionate individuals to break into the film and television industry.
- - NAMIBIA URGED TO SAFEGUARD MEDIA FREEDOM AND ETHICAL JOURNALISM - nbc. Acting Chief of News and Programming at the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), Sackie Shikufa, said Namibia's high media freedom ranking should not lead to complacency.
- - NAMIBIA CONNECTS, NAMIBIA MARKS ARCHIVES WEEK - nbc. This week is Archives Week in Namibia, a time to celebrate the documents, photos, and records that tell our story as a nation. Behind every independence speech, land record, and family photo is a piece of our history. Aktofel Shifotoka is the Deputy Communications Officer for the Association for Records and Archives of Namibia; he tells us why preserving our past matters for our future.
- - ARCHIVES SECTOR FACES CHALLENGES IN PRESERVING NAMIBIA'S HISTORY - nbc. Namibia's archives and records management sector is facing significant challenges that could threaten the preservation of the country's history and institutional memory. This was revealed by the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth Sports, Arts and Culture's (MEIYSAC) executive secretary, Erastus Haitengela.
- - NBC COMMITS N$7 MILLION TO LOCAL FILM PRODUCTIONS - nbc. The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) has committed more than N$7 million to commission original local productions under the Mukurob Film Project Phase 2, as the broadcaster intensifies efforts to grow Namibia's creative industry and increase local content. The announcement was made during the official producer and media signing ceremony for the second phase of the project.
- - BANKS STEP UP FIGHT AGAINST FINANCIAL CRIME - nbc. Namibian banks are stepping up efforts to combat financial crime as the country strengthens its anti-money laundering and fraud prevention systems. The latest figures from the Financial Intelligence Centre show that closer cooperation between banks, regulators and law enforcement is producing tangible results.
- - Namibian political prisoners' remains repatriated. The remains of two political prisoners from Namibia and 84 other ancestral remains have been signed over to the Namibian government, by the CEO of the Iziko Museums Dr Bongani Ndhlovu. The remains were handed over in a repatriation ceremony in Cape Town ealier today com and on all Social Media platforms.
- - SITUATION KRITIKAL, REMEMBERING OUR HEROES - 26 Aug 2026. Today on Situation KRiTiKaL our topic is "Remembering Our Heroes: Should Namibia Do More to Preserve Liberation History?" Join Rivaldo Kavanga and a panel of veterans and the youth as they disect this important topic.