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Museums Association of Namibia

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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
52/100 · methodology

About Museums Association of Namibia

MAN is an organization of museums, institutions, and people in Namibia, which aims to promote museology and all matters pertaining thereto. Since 2002, MAN has been officially recognized by the Namibian Government as the voice of Namibian museums and receives an annual grant-in-aid from the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture“... to facilitate the establishment of heritage institutions at the regional and local level and to support such institutions by providing guidance, assistance and expertise where necessary and possible”. MAN strives to define, support and aid museums and museum institutions, establish and reinforce the museum profession in Namibia, and facilitate cooperation and mutual assistance between museums and between members of the museum profession locally, regionally and internationally. Finally, MAN strives …

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Windhoek, Khomas

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Arts & Culture
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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 7 similar arts & culture in Namibia
Integrity Assessment This charity: 52
Peer average: 56

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Museums Association of Namibia is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia. It is registered with the official charity registry of Namibia. It was founded in 1990 and has been operating for 36 years. Its registration number is NA-CIVIC264-museums-association-of-namibia. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 52/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing.

Museums Association of Namibia has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 52/100. 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 52 ('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 56/100.

Museums Association of Namibia is located in Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia. The organization was established in 1990 and has been active for 36 years.

Museums Association of Namibia is classified as a Arts & Culture organization, registered in Namibia.

Museums Association of Namibia has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 52/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. Visit the Museums Association of Namibia 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.

MAN is an organization of museums, institutions, and people in Namibia, which aims to promote museology and all matters pertaining thereto. Since 2002, MAN has been officially recognized by the Namibian Government as the voice of Namibian museums and receives an annual grant-in-aid from the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture“... to facilitate the establishment of heritage institutions at the regional and local level and to support such institutions by providing guidance, assistance and expertise where necessary and possible”. MAN strives to define, support and aid museums and museum institutions, establish and reinforce the museum profession in Namibia, and facilitate cooperation and mutual assistance between museums and between members of... Museums Association of Namibia is classified as a arts & culture organization registered in Namibia. The organization was founded in 1990.

Among arts & culture charities registered in Namibia: Museums Association of Namibia's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 52/100 is in line with the peer average of 56/100.

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Last updated
Apr 20, 2026
Profile completeness
35%

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Quick facts about Museums Association of Namibia

What is Museums Association of Namibia?
Museums Association of Namibia is a arts & culture nonprofit organization based in Windhoek, Namibia. MAN is an organization of museums, institutions, and people in Namibia, which aims to promote museology and all matters pertaining thereto. Since 2002, MAN has been officially recognized by the Namibian Government as the voice of Namibian museums and receives an annual grant-in-aid from the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture“... to facilitate the establishment of heritage institutions at the regional and local level and to support such institutions by providing guidance, assistance and expertise where necessary and possible”. MAN strives to define, support and aid museums and museum institutions, establish and reinforce the museum profession in Namibia, and facilitate cooperation and mutual assistance between museums and between members of the museum profession locally, regionally and internationally. Finally, MAN strives to emphasise the role played by museums and the museum profession within each community and in the promotion of more excellent knowledge and understanding among people. Our members include museums, cultural villages, art galleries, libraries, archives, heritage sites, companies and individuals who are passionate about our heritage, art and culture. The Museums Association of Namibia (MAN) is a facilitating organisation for museums and other institutions in the heritage sector. It aims to establish, maintain and strengthen relations between all concerned with the study, practice, preservation, protection, dissemination and promotion of national heritage in Namibia in cooperation with regional and international organizations for the benefit of all Namibians.
When was Museums Association of Namibia founded?
Museums Association of Namibia was founded in 1990.
Where is Museums Association of Namibia located?
Headquartered in Windhoek, Namibia.
Is Museums Association of Namibia trustworthy?
Museums Association of Namibia has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 52 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 Museums Association of Namibia's registration number?
Registration: NA-CIVIC264-museums-association-of-namibia (Namibia).
What is Museums Association of Namibia's website?
http://www.museums.com.na
Are donations to Museums Association of Namibia 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.