Goethe-Institut

Namibia
Pre-Jury

​A pre-jury of more than 30 local science education and science communication professionals from the participating countries are closely involved in the selection of the films.

In the region Sub-Sahara Africa the pre-jury in 2025 consisted of the following members:
Nadine Phiri
Nadine Phiri

Scientific Society Swakopmund

Nadine Phiri is the Curator of the Swakopmund Museum, one of Namibia’s most beloved cultural institutions, operated by the Scientific Society Swakopmund. Her journey began in 2011 as an Archivist, where she discovered a deep passion for cultural preservation and heritage education. Following a brief hiatus, she returned as Assistant Curator and quickly established herself as a dynamic advocate for Museum Education.

Today, Nadine leads a passionate team dedicated to making heritage accessible and engaging through interactive learning and public outreach... Signature events such as Ocean Month, Heritage Week, and the Science Film Festival have become treasured fixtures for both visitors and staff.

Guided by a deep belief in the power of education, Nadine’s work reflects the spirit of the quote:
“Education is the lifeblood of museums.” — Quote Monica Montgomery

Her mission is to spark curiosity, celebrate Namibian identity, and inspire pride across generations—building bridges between past, present, and future.