From Liberation Tapes to Timeless Treasures: Help Save Namibia’s Film Legacy

The Museums Association of Namibia (MAN), in partnership with the National Archives and Namibia Film Commission, has launched the Namibia Film Preservation Project to safeguard the country’s rich moving image heritage—from liberation struggle documentaries to post-independence cultural stories. Funded by the Carl Schlettwein Stiftung, this initiative catalogs vulnerable films and tapes while inviting filmmakers to contribute via survey for future digitization.

Want to know how you can help save Namibia’s moving image history? CHANTE chats to MAN Cataloguers Elikana Shilamba and Uaengua Mbaha about everything you need to know. Press Play:

The Namibia Film Preservation Project represents a vital step in protecting the nation’s cinematic heritage for future generations. By contributing your films and stories today, you ensure Namibia’s liberation narratives and cultural milestones endure. Join MAN’s call to action—your participation makes history timeless.

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