Monika Amunyela Karishma Isaacs’ creative journey began long before she entered the world of fashion. Initially pursuing music, she discovered that her artistic drive extended beyond music. This was when she entered the fashion industry. “I didn’t know I could love a profession so much,” she said. Growing up in Namibia shaped her perspective, influencing...
OSHAKATI – Every morning, in the small village of Ompunda, Okaku Constituency, young Magnaem Ndeshipanda Mvula listened eagerly to Oshiwambo Radio – now known as NBC Kati FM, entranced by the sounds of news, music and voices that carried far beyond her home. As others switched off their radios, concerned about battery life or uninterested...
This week has witnessed something unusual. It has seen not only a glimmer of light into the future but has probably shed light on a quiet national thirst. A thirst, not only for change, but for a renewal. This must, however, be credited to a question raised by a member of parliament on whether our...
Zebaldt Ngaruka GOBABIS – A Cattle Cultural Festival held under the auspices of Epukiro Cattle Museum in Omaheke region’s Epukiro constituency over the weekend, was described as a success. The festival was held as part of the Namibian Heritage Week, which was celebrated nationwide from 15 to 21 September 2025. This year’s celebration was themed...
HONG KONG – Stocks skidded yesterday as traders continue to pull back from the buying that has propelled markets to record highs in recent months, with upcoming US inflation and jobs data seen as likely to be the next catalysts for action.Investors have been on a buying spree since shares hit deep lows in the...
BRUSSELS – The European Commission launched an antitrust probe into German software giant SAP Thursday over fears the company’s practices may have distorted competition.SAP, which offers both traditional software and cloud-based computing services, can now offer commitments to address the commission’s concerns, the EU executive said.“We are concerned that SAP may have restricted competition… by...
GENEVA – The World Trade Organisation (WTO) Wednesday hailed Beijing’s decision to no longer seek new special treatment in future WTO talks, calling it a step towards a more equitable global trading system.“This is a pivotal moment for the WTO,” organisation chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said in a statement.“China’s decision reflects a commitment to a more...
KATIMA MULILO – Employees of the Northern Regional Electricity Distributor (Nored) here, staged a peaceful demonstration outside the offices of the company yesterday morning. Sanctioned and facilitated by the Mineworkers Union of Namibia, the employees registered “deep dissatisfaction in the manner labour issues are handled within the company, particularly by the management” under the leadership...
Nedbank Namibia in collaboration with Future Media, recently hosted marketers, communicators, and brand practitioners at the Nedbank Campus Sky Garden in Windhoek on 18 September to live stream the Nedbank Integrated Marketing Conference (IMC) 2025, which took place in Johannesburg, South Africa. The IMC, widely regarded as Africa’s biggest marketing conference, attracted over 3 000...
ARANDIS – Arandis constituency councillor Benitha Imbamba, has praised the progress of green hydrogen projects in the area but voiced concerns over the lack of consultation with local leaders regarding these developments. Imbamba said that while high-level engagements are taking place, local councillors and stakeholders are often left out of critical discussions. “Consultations start at...