The Film Week

The Film Week, is an annual celebration of Namibian creativity, cinematic offerings and industry collaboration across Africa. This year 656 eligible submissions across multiple film categories including student films were received. Of these submissions, 64 are homegrown productions, reflecting the continued growth, diversity and creative progress of the Namibian film industry.

Following the rigorous and highly competitive selection process, 159 films were selected for screening. The final programme showcases films from Botswana, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Angola, Kenya, Uganda, Ghana, Rwanda, Nigeria, Senegal, Algeria, Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco, offering audiences a rich and engaging cross-regional African storytelling, techniques and creative perspectives.

The Film Week takes place 12-15 March 2026 at the Namibia University of Science and Technology, Windhoek. The program features a carefully curated line-up of film selections complemented by industry panel discussions on niche content creation and film policy framework review amongst many. In addition, two professional development workshops will be hosted, focusing on Production Budgeting and Taxation, as well as Film Marketing and Publicity.

The Film Week aims to create a national platform that brings together African filmmakers, industry professionals and audiences to appreciate and celebrate the Namibian film industry. It also provides a unique opportunity for first-hand professional industry insights, exchange and skills development.

Filmmakers are encouraged to register using the links provided below to attend the workshops and take part in the full program.

WORKSHOP 1 - PRODUCTION BUDGETING AND TAXATION WITH MONEY PENNY FILMS

This workshop offers a practical look at the financial side of filmmaking. It unpacks how to build realistic production budgets, keep clear and compliant records, and understand tax obligations throughout the life of a project.

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WORKSHOP 2 - FILM MARKETING AND PUBLICITY WITH SINEMA FILMS SA

The workshop emphasises early-stage planning, realistic budgeting and market-aware decision-making, ensuring that filmmakers are empowered to take ownership of their film’s journey from development to release.

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News on The Film Week

From 12–16 March 2026, Film Week returns as a meeting place for dreamers, makers, and storytellers shaping the future of our film industry. Keep up to date on the happenings here!

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Namibia’s beautiful

Locations

Namibia, with its 14 regions including Omusati, Oshana, Ohangwena, Oshikoto, Kunene, Kavango East, Kavango West, Caprivi, Erongo, Otjozondojupa, Omaheke, Khomas, Hardap, and Karas, offers a diverse range of picturesque and captivating filming locations.

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Sandwich Harbour

Sandwich Harbour, a truly unique and captivating location, offers filmmakers an extraordinary opportunity where the majestic desert dunes meet the vast expanse of the ocean. It is one of the rare locations in the world where these two contrasting landscapes converge, creating a visually stunning backdrop for your production.

Capturing the Contrast, Challenging Terrain, Local Support and Services, Proximity to Walvis Bay, Untamed Wilderness

Spitzkoppe

Spitzkoppe, a remarkable and iconic landmark, holds deep cultural and spiritual significance for the San Bushmen, making it a place of magic and spirituality. As you approach the towering inselberg and granite peaks of Spitzkoppe, you can immediately sense the awe-inspiring atmosphere that surrounds this extraordinary location. Formed 130 million years ago during the separation of the African and South American continents, Spitzkoppe showcases its uniqueness through the captivating reflections of deep red and orange hues during sunrise and sunset, creating a picturesque and enchanting setting.

Proximity to Swakopmund, Limited Accommodation, Optimal Filming Times, Concession Area, Travel Terrain and Accessibility

Rossing Mountain

Rossing Mountain, with its vast and stark appearance, has served as a captivating backdrop for numerous international feature films. Its remote and desolate aura creates a unique atmosphere, immersing viewers in a world where life seems distant and the vastness of nature takes center stage.

Proximity to Swakopmund, Travel Terrain, National Park Setting, Ideal Filming Time, Captivating Atmosphere

Skeleton Coast

The Skeleton Coast, a hauntingly beautiful stretch of coastline, extends from Angola all the way to the Swakop River, where it meets the coastal town of Swakopmund. This region has captivated the imagination of both the San Bushmen and Portuguese sailors, who referred to it as "The Land God Made in Anger" and "The Gates of Hell," respectively. The Skeleton Coast National Park, encompassing over 16,000 square kilometers, is named after the whale and seal bones that once scattered its shores from the whaling industry. Today, it is known for the skeletal remains of shipwrecks that have fallen victim to offshore rocks and fog, with notable wrecks like the "Eduard Bohlen," "Otavi," "Shawnee," "Zela," and "Dunedin Star."

National Park Jurisdiction, Remote and Rural Location, Specifying Filming Locations, Restricted Areas and Protected Zones, Travel Terrain and Vehicle Requirements,

Moon landscape

The Moon Landscape is a captivating location that takes you back in time, with its striking resemblance to the lunar surface. Formed over two million years ago through the erosion of a once-mighty mountain range by the Swakop River, this unique canyon offers filmmakers an otherworldly setting for their productions.