The glittering crown, the global stage, the whirlwind of media attention, the Miss Universe journey is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But what happens after the spotlight fades and the cameras stop rolling? Where do Namibia’s former Miss Universes go? Many continue to use their platform to make a difference where as others try to get on...
Pricilla Mukokobi Otniel Hembapu Lahja Nashuuta For the past three weeks, thousands of Namibians from all corners of the country turned out in the pouring rain and blistering sun to pay final respects to Founding President Sam Nujoma, a man revered at home and on the continent as a liberator, anti-apartheid icon and nation-builder. And...
Victory Fest, Namibia’s premier Urban Gospel Music Festival, will return this year with an inspiring mission. Founded by Leopold Vatilifa known as Dee’A and Franklin Shitaleni AKA North Side Robbie, Victory Fest has been a beacon of hope, creativity and unity since its inception in 2018. After a hiatus in 2020 due to the global...
The Bank of Namibia, in partnership with the Mindsinaction STEAM Centre, recently hosted its annual Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Expo in Windhoek. Out of 240 participants, 20 learners from five schools showcased groundbreaking solutions to real-world challenges. Among these 20 learners, Immanuel Nghishidivali from Haimbili Haufiku Senior Secondary School took first place,...
Tuwilika Simon, a Master’s student in Physics at the University of Namibia (Unam), is breaking strides in the study of Active Galactic Nuclei (AGNs). Her focus is on resolving the acceleration to very high energies along the jet of Centaurus A using High Energy Stereoscopic System (HESS) data. She recently headlined the Cherenkov Astronomy Data...
The youth of Leonardville, a village in the Omaheke region, are optimistic about the prospect of various opportunities that come with an operational mine in the area, despite concerns about environmental hazards. Headspring Investments, a subsidiary company of Uranium One, is set to open a mine in the village. Ebson Khariseb, the chairperson of the...
The passing of Namibia’s first president, Sam Nujoma, has plundered the nation into mourning. Despite the loss of the country’s liberation icon, local artists such as Big Ben, Ally Tobias and Samuel Shines have opted to celebrate Nujoma’s stoic legacy through music. The artists have released songs capturing the essence of Nujoma’s legacy, courage, vision,...
As Namibia continues to mourn the loss of its first president and Founding Father Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, Miss Universe 1992 Michelle McLean has opened up about her long-standing partnership with the late leader, sharing heartfelt memories of their work over the years. McLean, who became Namibia’s global ambassador when she won that crown, went on...
Jillroy Fredericks (20) failed his Grade 11 at Schmelenville Combined School in Bethanie in 2023. He is among the learners who were upgrading at the Namibian College of Open Learning (Namcol) in 2024, and improved his grades. He wants to be a chartered accountant after high school. Currently, he is doing his Advanced Subsidiary level...
Every new chapter in life brings growth and opportunity, which is why Rosalia Shiweva, founder of The Global Mindset Coaching Academy, created Chapters and Beyond Book Club. It is an annual project by The Global Mindset Coaching Academy aimed at empowering the youth aged 25 to 40 to become their best selves. Through actionable strategies...