The Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music (Nascam) is pleading with its members to ensure they have bank accounts to ensure a smooth payment system. The organisation’s CEO, Albert Nicanor, said they have signed up with the newly-launched MTC Maris system, a flexible and cost-effective solution for paying MTC-registered and active users. This will...
Author: Paheja Siririka (Paheja Siririka)
Endometriosis, a woman’s indescribable inner pain
In July 2023, 34-year-old Ngerikomukuenu Tjihukununa was diagnosed with stage four endometriosis. This was a shocking recount, as she had never heard of the condition before. The World Health Organisation states that endometriosis affects approximately 190 million women and people assigned female at birth worldwide. Endometriosis is a chronic, inflammatory, gynaecologic disease, marked by the...
‘All we yearn for is education’
OUTJO – In a distance from shops and restaurants in the centre of Outjo, clearly visible to passersby, is a group of Ovahimba and Ovazembas, mostly comprising women and children. Susan Muhume (18), in a soft tone orates a selling pitch expected to be done by an elder, as she convinces this publication to purchase...
Seminar on effective parenting instils hope
The One Economy Foundation (ONE) recently hosted its second Effective Parenting Seminar. It was tailored for young women under 25, focusing on reproductive health and career guidance to help them navigate motherhood. Sisco Amunyela (25), said this seminar comes at an opportune time, as she has gained invaluable knowledge as a mother. “Being a mother...
Lack of grooming downs Santos
TSUMEB – Chief Santos Football Club’s chairperson Lilongeni Gurney Geiseb told New Era Sport that the team’s downfall can be attributed to the lack of grooming, which they are working hard on. The 62-year-old club is sponsored by Consolidated Copper Corporation (CCC), highlighting the mining company’s commitment to using football as a platform for positive...
Namibia braces for international pageant stages
This weekend saw a hype of activities in the capital, including Miss Petite, Mister and Miss Supranational Namibia, being crowned on Saturday at Protea and Hilton hotels, respectively. Miss Petite Global Namibia Josephine Shaapopi said this is not just a dream come true, but a reflection of her dedication. “This is resilience and perseverance. Going...
Talented AliThatDude remembered by friends
Close friends and music enthusiasts will remember the late Allain Villet (37), popularly known as AliThatDude as a musical brother, an outright genius who left a huge dent in the Namibian music industry. Kamaaizemi Hoveka also known as KP Illest remembers creating projects and being unable to continue without AliThatDude’s magical touch. “Ali was musically...
Kurzca overcomes depression through music
Multi-faceted artist and model Charmy ‘Kurzca’ Kurz was bullied as a child until the ninth grade for her weight, and that ultimately dimmed her light, growing up. The artist also endured other forms of bullying until she reached a point of seeking help two years ago. The music creator recently became the centre of attention...
On the spot – Outjo grappling with population growth
With more than 25 000 inhabitants, Outjo in the Kunene region continues to be a ray of hope among locals as it beams potential in not only tourism, but sport and a hub for industrial revolutions that can contribute to a thriving economy. Paheja Siririka (PS) engaged acting CEO Jaco Labuschagne (JL) on the town’s...
NACN invests in youth arts studies
Desley Hitiraukunga, one of the 36 recipients of the National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN) bursary, said he had been granted a lifetime opportunity to improve his knowledge as a graphic designer and upscale his contribution to the Namibian creative industry. The 35-year-old said being selected by the Council to advance his skills with an...