Namibia

_{The Government of the Republic of Namibia developed an Arts and Culture Policy in 2001 to ensure that the livelihood of artists in Namibia was supported by the state. "This is a good opportunity for Namibian artists to exhibit their talents and skills through their artwork”, said the Director-General of the National Planning Commission (NPC) Helmeth Angula, in his opening speech at an exhibition which was generously supported by the European Commission. Read more from allAfrica.com}

_{“The Voice of the Survivor” is an exhibition of drawings, prints and mixed-media works, which, through powerful black and white images, explores road accidents and its victims.  The artist has chosen this theme in order to make the public more aware of the issues of road-safety and its (potential) victims. These artworks contribute towards expanding the consciousness of the public, with regards to contemporary dangers. Read more…}

_{The book is a must for all collectors, readers and supporters of Namibian Culture. This is typical of post-independent, Namibian cultural development. The poetry is of a high standard and provides insight into each of the posters produced from original artworks exhibited. Educationally, it is relevant to students and scholars in that it deals with issues of social responsibilities such as HIV and visions for the future. The launch is at the National Art Gallery of Namibia, on 24th April until 13th April, at 18:30. Read more}

_{In the Foyer and Main Gallery of the NAGN is a selection of artworks from the National Art Gallery Permanent Collection. The Lower Foyer displays contemporary Namibian artist which has been extended until 20th May. The Upper Foyer displays some of the late John Muafangejo Linoprints. This exhibition has been extended until 20th May. While the Lower Gallery displays contemporary Namibian artists as well as Old Masters as from 15th May. Read more from allafrica.com}

_{Expectations are running very high among local filmmakers for the N$2 million that has been secured for the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation's (NBC) latest attempts at producing local television films. Art/Life has reliably learnt that about fifteen drama series proposals were submitted by independent filmmakers for financial consideration to the NBC, ranging from crime to family saga proposals. Read more from allAfrica}

_{In the Foyer of the NAGN on the 11th April until the 27th May 2007, is a selection of artworks from the National Art Gallery Permanent Collection. The Lower Foyer displays contemporary Namibian artist such as Paul Kiddo, Erick Schnack, Alfrieda du Plessis, The Upper Foyer displays some of the late John Muafangejo Linoprints. The images chosen here, represents Culture, Family and Rural themes from Namibia. Read more from allAfrica}

_{As part of Bank Windhoek's ever-increasing efforts towards the development of arts in Namibia, the Bank has once again demonstrated its commitment to the arts industry with the signing last week of a 15-year agreement between the Bank and the National Art Gallery. On January 31, 2007, Bank Windhoek launched a partnership with the National Art Gallery (NAGN), to become the main sponsor of the Gallery. Read more from allAfrica}

_{Art 4 U is an initiative of SMEs Compete, a consultancy firm that provides business capacity-building support to small and medium enterprises (SMEs).An exhibition, to be opened on Wednesday, 18th April 2007, evening by newly accredited High Commissioner of India, Tsewang Topden, "uniquely recognizes the contribution that local artists make to the development of Namibia's economy", says the firm's director, Danny Meyer. Read more from allAfrica}

_{Bank Windhoek has announced their new partnership with the Omba Arts.  The Omba Arts Gallery will now be known as the Bank Windhoek Omba Arts Gallery and exhibitions and events taking place at the Gallery will form part of the Bank Windhoek Arts Festival. Read more here}