Held in Windhoek, Namibia, annually, the Namibia Film Week is designed to engage the local audience in a celebration of cinema. This weeklong event showcases a diverse array of short films, feature films, and documentaries produced by talented Namibian filmmakers. The event aims to foster a collaborative environment, bringing together filmmakers and industry professionals, enhancing appreciation for cinema, and forging valuable connections within the industry.

Awards & Prizes

Audience Choice Award

Rules & Terms

Submission Criteria

Eligibility

• Country of Origin: Open to films from Africa
• Production Date: Films must have been completed between July 2023 and 22 November 2025 and not screened previously screened at The Film Week.
• Language: Non-English films must have English subtitles.
• Premiere Status: Film does not have to be a premiere
• Genres: Accepting short films, feature films, documentaries, and animations.

Technical Requirements

• Format: Digital submissions only via FilmFreeway, DCP formats will be required for screening.
• Resolution: Minimum 1080p.
• Duration: Short films (under 30 minutes), Feature films (over 60 minutes).

Submission Process

• Platform: Submissions through FilmFreeway.
• Materials: Include a film synopsis (250 words max), director’s biography (150 words max), press kit, and high-resolution film poster.
• Fees:
o Free
o Before 20 November 2025

Evaluation Criteria

• Originality: 25%
• Storytelling: 25%
• Technical Quality: 20%
• Acting: 15%
• Direction: 15%

Legal Requirements

• Rights: Filmmaker must confirm they hold all necessary rights.
• Clearances: Must provide evidence of music, footage, and other content clearances.
• Permissions: Filmmaker must authorize public screening of the film.
• Screening fee: Films are screened at no fee

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  • Fliction Entertainment

    It was lovely, couldn’t be happier to have been featured as part of their selection for this year’s festival.

    June 2026
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  • Arsène Bari

    A Very nice Film Festival,
    it was a good time to be there.

    May 2026
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  • Stephen Nagel

    Was excited to be selected. Unfortunately, aside from the laurel, we didn't receive any information about when and where our film would screen, and our team did not receive an invitation to the festival or the outcomes of the festival or feedback on how our film was received.

    March 2026
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  • Elisabeth HAMUKWAYA

    Namibia Film Week is a well organised and inspiring platform that truly celebrates local and emerging talent. The communication was clear and the overall experience was smooth and professional. It’s a great space for filmmakers to connect, showcase their work, learn and be part of a growing creative industry.

    March 2026
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  • Ivan Mweene

    I would like to sincerely thank the organizers of Namibia Film Week for the opportunity to have my works Voice in Motion, screened and presented as highlighted. It is truly was a great honor.

    I look forward to participating in more such events in the future. Well done to the organizers for a successful and impactful festival. It would also be wonderful for audiences to continue experiencing a diverse spectrum of films like those showcased during the event. And share photos of the week

    March 2026
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