Nama traditional music gains UNESCO recognition

Niël Terblanché The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture, in collaboration with the Namibia National Commission for UNESCO and supported by UNESCO, is set to unveil a mobile exhibition for the ‘Aixan !Gana !Ob #ns tsi llkhasigu,’ also known as the ‘ancestral musical sound, knowledge, and skills’ project, focused on Nama traditional music. This cultural treasure has deep roots within the Nama communities, serving as a conduit for knowledge and a source of community entertainment. Recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) element in urgent need of safeguarding in December 2020, Namibia sought international support to ensure the continuity…