Customize Consent Preferences

We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions. You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below.

The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site. ... 

Always Active

Necessary cookies are required to enable the basic features of this site, such as providing secure log-in or adjusting your consent preferences. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable data.

No cookies to display.

Functional cookies help perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collecting feedback, and other third-party features.

No cookies to display.

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics such as the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.

No cookies to display.

Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.

No cookies to display.

Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns.

No cookies to display.

Author: Paheja Siririka (Paheja Siririka)

Home Paheja Siririka
Nascam members implored to open bank accounts
Post

Nascam members implored to open bank accounts

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...

Endometriosis, a woman’s indescribable inner pain
Post

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’
Post

‘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
Post

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
Post

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
Post

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 
Post

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 
Post

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 
Post

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
Post

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...