Martin Endjala The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF), has unveiled “Our Family Ties”, a groundbreaking member educational series produced for Namibian television viewing through the sharing of real GIPF stories. The launch of the series discusses GIPF benefits through day-to-day scenarios such as normal retirement, early retirement, resignation/dismissal, retrenchment, disability benefit, ill-health retirement, death benefits...
November 1, 2024
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GIPF launches dedicated television series “Our Family Ties”
Following a recipe that has become popular to unpack mundane issues to lay audiences, the Government Institutions Pension Fund has just announced that it has started it own television series for Namibian viewers. Labelled “Our Family Ties,” the groundbreaking series inform pension fund members about pertinent issues by telling the stories of GIPF members. GIPF...
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Trustco and NBC Present The Grand Premiere of Winna Mariba: A Spectacular Revival on Namibian Television
Windhoek, 4 March 2024 — An exciting new era in Namibian television begins as Trustco Group Holdings Ltd (Trustco) and the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) join forces to relaunch the beloved game show Winna Mariba. The highly anticipated premiere of Trustco’s Winna Mariba powered by NBC ushers in a spectacular comeback for this iconic Namibian...
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Actress Novi Brown to discuss Diversity in Television at Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024
Producer, director and actor Novi Brown will speak at the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) – taking place February 27 in Dubai. Brown currently stars as Sabrina Hollins in the hit-BET comedy-drama series, Sistas and is a strong advocate for enhancing inclusivity in the film and beauty industries. Throughout her extensive career in film and...
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#BlackExcellence in Film and Television: Chuck West to Provide Insights at Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024
In the film and television production sector, where innovation and creativity converge to craft narratives for global audiences, the unfolding tapestry is a testament to the power of storytelling. From Broadway to urban theatre and the silver screen, storytelling takes center stage, transcending boundaries and leaving an indelible mark on our cultural landscape. Within film...
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Ecuador: Gunmen storm television studio live on air
Masked gunmen have broken into a live television studio in Ecuador and threatened terrified staff. Employees were forced on to the floor during the broadcast by the public television channel TC in the city of Guayaquil before the live feed cut out. Police say they later freed all the staff and made 13 arrests. The...
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MIP Africa forms part of Fame Week Africa, a week-long festival focusing on African television, music, and film
Authenticity, hyperlocal stories, and a visceral understanding of the audience are pivotal indicators for success in the African television and film landscape. While various insights, overwhelmingly practical and actionable, were shared during a MultiChoice panel discussion at MIP Africa this week, these three indicators served as a throughline for how content creators could successfully pitch...