The National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN) recognizes the funding gap in the industry. Artists play a crucial role in shaping culture and society, but their work is often undervalued and underfunded. Therefore, the NACN aims to support artists by providing them with grants to pursue their creative projects by calling the grants cycle.

With the distribution of the funds, artists and arts institutions are encouraged to participate in the second quarterly grant cycle for 2026/2027 financial cycle.

Applications for funding for each of the disciplines are encouraged, including:

1. Studio arts such as paintings, printmaking, sculpting, drawing;
2. Participation in events such as shows, expos, festivals;
3. Events such as fashion shows, exhibitions, theatre, dance and music performances;
4. Talent development initiatives;
5. Participation in national events; and
6. Arts-specific research.

Applicants must have the capability to address at least four of the six (6) critical focus areas below:

1. Social protection and research;
2. Unearthing marginalized and indigenous arts in rural areas;
3. Addressing social ills such as unemployment, and gender-based violence;
4. Supporting the involvement of women, youth employment opportunities and people living with disabilities;
5. Creation of new works through digital media; including innovation, digital technologies, and emerging creative practices and
6. Travel expenses for professional exchange.