The Pally Creative Empowerment Foundation (PCEF) recently hosted a graduation and awards’ ceremony to honour the first group of writers to complete its Writers Workshop programme. Founded by Victoria Haihambo in memory of her late husband, the non-profit organisation is dedicated to fostering the growth of young writers, creatives, and entrepreneurs in Namibia. She said...
The African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA) hosted the first Africa Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Youth Corps Forum in Nairobi, Kenya. The event brought together a diverse group of young leaders from 16 countries, including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Guinea, Mozambique, Ghana, Nigeria, Eswatini, Zambia, Malawi, Namibia, South Sudan, Kenya,...
Georgia Garises, the second runner-up at the Miss Namibia pageant, is representing Namibia at the second edition of Miss Charm, in Vietnam. Garises, who came third after Miss Namibia, Prisca Anyolo, and the first runner-up Lenna Mugena at a ceremony held at the Lüderitz Waterfront in July, will compete in the pageant that seeks to...
Lilly Mwiya, popularly known as Umoya, a rising star in the music scene, karate instructor, entrepreneur, and law student, is making waves with a blend of Afrobeat, Amapiano, and soulful melodies. Despite juggling a demanding schedule that includes legal studies, entrepreneurial ventures, and sports, she has consistently released new music, captivating audiences with her distinctive...
The Namibian music industry is mourning the tragic loss of Fasie Kay, real name Ngajozikua Karutjaiva, a young artist who died in a car accident over the weekend in Opuwo, Kunene region, which claimed four lives. The crash took place around 03h20 at the Orutjandja location near the “Welcome to Opuwo” sign. Big Ben, a...
Duits!hūb khoe-aogura, Kat Stahli tsîra ge mûmûsa kai ǀkharaǀkharasiba ǁîra ǀō-aisa ǀnōǁnâdi !nâ-ū ge dī. ǁîra ge ǀAeǁgams !nâ hū bēgu ǂgaemâi!khaigu tawa nē īsa tsî ǂâiǂgae ra ǀnōǁnâde dī hâ. ǀAeǁgams di !ā!khōmais mā-ams ǀkha ra ge nē khoe-omgura ǁîra ǂâiǀgauga ǀnōǁnâ, ǂhâbasa xūna ǁama tsî ge ǁnāǂgō. Nē projeks hîa kurirona !kharuhâse ge...
Mondjila Studio, in partnership with Standard Bank, premiered the Pan-African film, ‘Skeleton Coast’ (2024), at Ster-Kinekor at Grove Mall in Windhoek on Saturday. tells an epic tale of resilience, culture and adventure, weaving together the rich narratives of Africa’s diverse heritage. It is directed by Robert O Pieters, and features Thapelo Mokoena (South Africa), Ini...
The Pan-African film, Skeleton Coast (2024), is set to captivate audiences with its visuals and compelling narrative. The film’s grand premiere is scheduled for today and tomorrow, at the Ster-Kinekor Grove Mall in Windhoek. Skeleton Coast (2024) tells an epic tale of resilience, culture, and adventure, weaving together the rich narratives of Africa’s diverse heritage. Directed...
A German couple, Kat Stahl and Wynand Lens have made a huge contribution to the aesthetic appeal of Windhoek by painting seven bus stops around the city. The couple’s project, which began a few years ago, has transformed ordinary bus stops into vibrant works of art. Their most notable work includes the beautification of bus...
Visual artist Paulus Kanyanga scooped two awards at the Arts for Activism 2024 Awards. The event, hosted by the Office of the First Lady, recognized his exceptional talent in the visual arts category and crowned him the overall winner of the competition. Kanyanga said the achievement holds deep personal meaning for his work. Despite facing previous...