Local films: Demand was created by the pandemic

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The Namibian Film Industry has been performing very well, both locally and on the international market despite in the impact of Covid. In the last two or so years, Namibian films have started receiving international accolades with some awards coming home. Local filmmaker and director Oshoveli Shipo says demand for local content was driven by the pandemic.

6 Sep 2022 11PM English South Africa News

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