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Arts Performance Centre (APC)

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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
57/100 · methodology

About Arts Performance Centre (APC)

The Arts Performance Centre (APC) is a Tsumeb-based Section 21 / Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) established in 2003. APC is the biggest centre built on Tsumeb Municipality premises with 17 huts for music, a repair workshop and a gallery where they offer visual arts products. APC provides a chance for street kids to escape crime and express their creativity. APC depends mainly on donors for all the operating costs. Workers' salaries are from donors. They cater for the ages of 4 years to 60 years old person.LESSONS in Visual - Arts, Dancing, Musical Instruments (Marimbas, String-and Brass-Instruments, Piano, Keyboard, Harp, all kind of recorders, Travers-Flute; Guitar, Cello, Drums, Drama, Trumpet, Clarinet, Saxophone, Music-Theory.)They provide: The APC Board consists of 9 members.

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Headquarters
Tsumeb, Oshikoto

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Arts & Culture

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 7 similar arts & culture in Namibia
Integrity Assessment This charity: 57
Peer average: 55

Red flags

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Charity registration status
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Common questions

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Arts Performance Centre (APC) is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Tsumeb, Oshikoto, Namibia. It is registered with the official charity registry of Namibia. It was founded in 2003 and has been operating for 23 years. Its registration number is NA-CIVIC264-arts-performance-centre-apc. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing.

Arts Performance Centre (APC) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 57 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in Namibia is 55/100.

Arts Performance Centre (APC) is located in Tsumeb, Oshikoto, Namibia. The organization was established in 2003 and has been active for 23 years.

Arts Performance Centre (APC) is classified as a Arts & Culture organization, registered in Namibia.

Arts Performance Centre (APC) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. Visit the Arts Performance Centre (APC) profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

The Arts Performance Centre (APC) is a Tsumeb-based Section 21 / Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) established in 2003. APC is the biggest centre built on Tsumeb Municipality premises with 17 huts for music, a repair workshop and a gallery where they offer visual arts products. APC provides a chance for street kids to escape crime and express their creativity. APC depends mainly on donors for all the operating costs. Workers' salaries are from donors. They cater for the ages of 4 years to 60 years old person.LESSONS in Visual - Arts, Dancing, Musical Instruments (Marimbas, String-and Brass-Instruments, Piano, Keyboard, Harp, all kind of recorders, Travers-Flute; Guitar, Cello, Drums, Drama, Trumpet, Clarinet... Arts Performance Centre (APC) is classified as a arts & culture organization registered in Namibia. The organization was founded in 2003.

Among arts & culture charities registered in Namibia: Arts Performance Centre (APC)'s GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57/100 is in line with the peer average of 55/100.

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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Namibia under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Leadership

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Lis Hidber

Officers & trustees (1)

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Lis H•••••
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Latest news

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4 articles found

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Sentiment

Neutral

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Tsumeb concert to address social issues - neweralive.na
Aug 2024
neweralive.na
Tsumeb’s APC Starts Year Off with a Bang - The Namibian -
Feb 2024
www.namibian.com.na
Arts Performance Centre grooms excellent performers - The Namibian -
Feb 2024
www.namibian.com.na
APC still promoting art and culture at Tsumeb - The Namibian -
Dec 2021
www.namibian.com.na

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Peer charities

Other arts & culture in Namibia, by integrity assessment

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News and media coverage
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Data freshness

Last updated
Apr 20, 2026
Profile completeness
45%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Financial filings
No annual financial filings on file
Mission statement
No self-published statement of purpose
Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Tax-deductibility status
Whether donations are tax-deductible has not been verified
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Arts Performance Centre (APC)

What is Arts Performance Centre (APC)?
Arts Performance Centre (APC) is a arts & culture nonprofit organization based in Tsumeb, Namibia. The Arts Performance Centre (APC) is a Tsumeb-based Section 21 / Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) established in 2003.  APC is the biggest centre built on Tsumeb Municipality premises with 17 huts for music, a repair workshop and a gallery where they offer visual arts products.  APC provides a chance for street kids to escape crime and express their creativity. APC depends mainly on donors for all the operating costs. Workers' salaries are from donors. They cater for the ages of 4 years to 60 years old person.LESSONS in Visual - Arts, Dancing, Musical Instruments (Marimbas, String-and Brass-Instruments, Piano, Keyboard, Harp, all kind of recorders, Travers-Flute; Guitar, Cello, Drums, Drama, Trumpet, Clarinet, Saxophone, Music-Theory.)They provide: The APC Board consists of 9 members.
When was Arts Performance Centre (APC) founded?
Arts Performance Centre (APC) was founded in 2003.
Who leads Arts Performance Centre (APC)?
Lis Hidber.
Where is Arts Performance Centre (APC) located?
Headquartered in Tsumeb, Namibia.
Is Arts Performance Centre (APC) trustworthy?
Arts Performance Centre (APC) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Arts Performance Centre (APC)'s registration number?
Registration: NA-CIVIC264-arts-performance-centre-apc (Namibia).
What is Arts Performance Centre (APC)'s website?
https://www.apcnamibia.com/
Are donations to Arts Performance Centre (APC) tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Namibia under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.