The National Library and the National Archives of Namibia in Windhoek jointly preserve one of the country’s most important newspaper collections, housing historic Namibian newspapers dating back to the late 19th century. The archive provides access to a wide range of titles on microfilm, digital formats, and in some cases original print copies, serving researchers, journalists, students, and anyone interested in Namibia’s social and political history. Located in central Windhoek, the archive offers a public reading room where visitors can consult newspapers under supervised conditions, making it a key resource for tracing historical events, genealogical information, and long-term trends in Namibian media.
Location of photo: National Library Newspaper Archive in Windhoek
Photo credits: Micaela Langeveldt