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Ode to a pair of ex-ballers
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Ode to a pair of ex-ballers

Well, the author came to know Seth Tjazuko during our stint with the newly formed unfashionable Katutura outfit Windhoek Defenders Football Club in 1969. The red and green strip outfit was formed by the football-crazy South African migrant one Robert Mingula who happened to squat at the Single Quarters holed up right in the middle...

Life Fighters appoint new leadership
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Life Fighters appoint new leadership

In the quest to return to Namibia’s top-flight football  scene, Life Fighters have recently appointed a new board of directors to lead the club on an interim basis.  The Otjiwarongo-based team was relegated from the Debmarine Premier League last season, and will now feature in the Northern Stream First Division. The term of office for...

Saturday Night Live by Sharon van Rooi
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Saturday Night Live by Sharon van Rooi

Soulful and jazz sensation Sharon van Rooi has created an ambiance and a platform for budding as well as established artists to sing their hearts out. The music lecturer’s idea comes from the experience of being in an industry where there are few opportunities presented to performers. Hence, she has availed her eatery Craft Café...

Embracing cultural diversity
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Embracing cultural diversity

Laughter, joy, fun and cultural diversity were on display at this year’s International University of Management (IUM) annual cultural festival. The ongoing festival, being held under the theme “Echoes of the Past: Embrace our Diverse Cultures”, is showcasing the university’s dedication to providing a deeper understanding and appreciation of Namibia’s diverse cultures for its students....

Spinny taking the nation by storm
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Spinny taking the nation by storm

A group of Zambezi dancers, known as ‘Spinny and Green Kids’, is taking the nation by storm with their unique and energetic dance style.  Known for their signature ‘Spinny Dance’, a traditional waist-twisting movement rooted in the Sikokoshi dance, the group is not only entertaining but also preserving their cultural heritage. Originating from the Zambezi...

Artist management in ‘Nambia’
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Artist management in ‘Nambia’

There is no money in managing artists. Make no mistake… not a single soul in Mbumba’s land is out here doing it for the passion. Spend money on artists? In 2024? LOL. We all have bills to pay. Gone are the days when artist managers used to spend crazy amounts of money for the love...

A new dawn for female filmmakers
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A new dawn for female filmmakers

The Namibia Film Commission and Sisters Working in Film and Television (SWIFT) South Africa recently launched the SWIFT Namibia chapter.  This partnership aims to empower women in film and television, providing them with a platform to network, collaborate and showcase their talents. At the launch, information deputy minister Modestus Amutse emphasised the importance of such...

Met Gala: A night of glamour, philanthropy
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Met Gala: A night of glamour, philanthropy

Namibian fashion designer Mellisa Poulton is set to make history with the inaugural Met Gala in Namibia tomorrow.  The glamorous event will raise funds for the designer’s upcoming showcase at Paris Fashion Week, and support local artists and designers. The Met Gala will feature a star-studded lineup, comprising renowned musicians and performers such as Lize...

Kraatz drives innovation in talent development
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Kraatz drives innovation in talent development

Kraatz Engineering, a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group of Companies, took centre stage at the 2024 Mining Expo held in Windhoek on 7 and 8 August. With the slogan “Engineering the Future”, Kraatz Engineering reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to driving innovation, sustainability, and the development of Namibia’s engineering sector.  The expo provided...

Critical mineral deposits discovered in Zambezi 
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Critical mineral deposits discovered in Zambezi 

KATIMA MULILO – Critical mineral deposits have been discovered in Zambezi region. This was announced by Zambezi governor Lawrence Sampofu last week.  The discovery was announced by Zita Dias Diamond Resources (Pty) Ltd, after conducting preliminary test runs in the region.  Zita Dias Diamond Resources is the brainchild of Zita Dias, who hails from the...