Omba Arts Trust

Omba Arts Trust "Supporting sustainable livelihoods of marginalised communities through the development, sales and m In a nutshell ...What we do and how we do it !

1.

We operate from Windhoek (the capital city) and send orders by fax and sms (thank heavens for cell phones!). More hands and shared resources = sustainability!

2. We work with partner organisations like the Desert Research Foundation of Namibia (DRFN), Nyae Nyae Foundation of Namibia, Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation (IRDNC) and Namibia Development Trust (NDT).

3. We support

producers in 9 regions of Namibia

4. We support 350 Ju/’hoansi, !Kung, Hai||om and Khwe. These are San people, the first people who lived in Namibia.

5. We help our producers develop unique handmade products that they can be proud of – rooted in culture but always with a contemporary twist.

6. We have training workshops in villages, under trees, in church halls – wherever we can find some shelter. Many of our producers have not been able to go to school but we teach them to keep records and how to plan and hold meetings. In summary ... we help produce the craft that changes lives !

🚙 Pack the bakkie – let’s hit the road!We’re heading to one of our artisan groups in the far north-eastern part of Namib...
25/07/2026

🚙 Pack the bakkie – let’s hit the road!

We’re heading to one of our artisan groups in the far north-eastern part of Namibia, a journey of about 14 hours.

This trip is all about connecting with the communities we serve. During our visit, we will:
🧺 Purchase beautifully handcrafted baskets from our weavers.
🤝 Meet with the local community association to discuss matters affecting our basket weaving groups.
🎨 Conduct a short pre-selection of artists for our upcoming Living with the Land - San Art Workshop 2026.

These visits are an important part of strengthening relationships, supporting livelihoods, and celebrating the incredible talent of Namibia’s artisans.

Stay tuned as we share updates, stories, and highlights from our journey up north!

Strengthening Leadership, Strengthening CommunitiesOmba recently hosted a Group Leaders Workshop in Windhoek, bringing t...
05/07/2026

Strengthening Leadership, Strengthening Communities

Omba recently hosted a Group Leaders Workshop in Windhoek, bringing together leaders from the artisan groups we support across Namibia.

The workshop created a safe space for leaders to share experiences, discuss the challenges they face within their groups, and explore practical ways to strengthen relationships, improve communication, build trust, and resolve conflicts constructively.

Strong leadership is the foundation of thriving artisan groups. By equipping our group leaders with the skills and confidence to lead with integrity, empathy, and accountability, we continue to strengthen the communities we serve and ensure that every artisan has the opportunity to grow and succeed.

A sincere thank you to all our group leaders for your commitment, participation, and willingness to learn from one another. Together, we are building stronger leaders, stronger groups, and stronger communities.

Namibia

Last week, the Omba team travelled to the North-Central regions of Namibia to visit two of our valued artisan communitie...
02/06/2026

Last week, the Omba team travelled to the North-Central regions of Namibia to visit two of our valued artisan communities in Oshana and Ohangwena.

The purpose of the trip was to conduct quality control assessments, distribute food support, and strengthen our relationships with the artisans who are at the heart of what we do. We also launched a community cleaning campaign in one of the villages, working together to create a cleaner environment and help restore a sense of pride and dignity within the community.

It was a productive and rewarding field trip. We were grateful for the opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, listen to community members, and continue building on the strong partnerships we have developed over the years.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who welcomed us and participated in the activities. Together, we continue to create opportunities, preserve traditional crafts, and strengthen communities.

🌍✨ OMBA Arts Trust is excited to be part of *The Art of Resilience* exhibition at Artspace in downtown Raleigh US, from ...
21/05/2026

🌍✨ OMBA Arts Trust is excited to be part of *The Art of Resilience* exhibition at Artspace in downtown Raleigh US, from mid-May to mid-June 2026.

This exhibition is a celebration of resilience, culture, and storytelling through art, and we are proud to showcase the incredible work of Namibian artisans on an international platform.

Thank you to everyone for continuing to support OMBA and our communities through art. But mostly a very big shoutout to Omba's friend Susu Hauser for making all this possible.

*Three Decades of Empowering San Artisans in Namibia*-For 30 years, Omba has walked alongside San Artists and Artisans o...
05/05/2026

*Three Decades of Empowering San Artisans in Namibia*

-For 30 years, Omba has walked alongside San Artists and Artisans of Namibia. What began as a small partnership has grown into a powerful journey of creativity, resilience, community empowerment and cultural heritage.

🌟Honouring 30 years of culture, collaboration and empowerment.

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Nina Maritz Architects, Kenneth Kaunda Street
Windhoek

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 16:00

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+26461242799

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