Georgina Likukela ready to shape a more inclusive, vibrant film industry
Georgina Likukela has been appointed as the programme coordinator of the Filmmakers Association of Namibia (FAN), a role she takes on with a strong commitment to expanding access and opportunities for young creatives across the country.
Likukela says her decision to accept the role was inspired by her experiences working in various towns across Namibia, which revealed how many talented creatives are overlooked simply because most opportunities are concentrated in Windhoek.
Originally from Katima Mulilo, she has long recognised the depth of creative talent in the regions.
When FAN was revived, she was particularly drawn to initiatives such as Meet the Gatekeepers, which give young filmmakers rare access to industry knowledge and professional networks.
Her career path has been unconventional but deeply enriching. Likukela trained and worked as a medical laboratory scientist, a background that instilled discipline, structure and resilience.
Yet creativity remained central to her identity. After reassessing her career direction, she began actively engaging with young filmmakers and took on a temporary voluntary administrative role at FAN, helping to revive the association. Her dedication and leadership potential eventually led to her nomination to the FAN board as programme coordinator.
Connecting creatives
In her new role, Likukela’s key priority is decentralising access to skills development and industry knowledge.
Through FAN initiatives and her own programme, Creatives Coming Out, she focuses on mentorship, practical training and empowering creatives in regional areas.
She also plans to introduce new programmes inspired by the experience and training she is gaining through the MultiChoice Talent Factory.
Likukela believes FAN’s programmes are critical in creating sustainable opportunities by connecting emerging filmmakers with mentors, training platforms and industry professionals. By expanding these initiatives beyond Windhoek and encouraging collaboration, she hopes to help build a more inclusive and representative film industry.
Looking ahead, Likukela is excited about the future of Namibia’s film sector, particularly the potential to shape an industry rooted in authentic local stories while remaining globally relevant.
She sees her role not only as a programme leader but also as a storyteller contributing to the growth of Namibia’s creative economy.
