Author: Staff Reporter (Staff Reporter )

‘Die kind sy’s graad 8 maar die koekie is klaar met skool.’ I recently came across this post on my WhatsApp, where one of the guys in my contacts posted it with laughing emojis.

There is a saying that ‘life begins at 40’, and Mpho ‘Luvy’ Monyai, who recently celebrated her 40th birthday, fully agrees. 

When talking about freedom, one is naturally inclined to think only of physical or territorial liberation. One is most likely to think of freedom as liberation from something outside themselves or an external force.

After dropping the mic last year, retired Afrikaans rapper Wambuseun opened the Namibia Film School (NFS) in Windhoek earlier this year.

Local author Lukas Thomas, who is well known in motivating and coaching circles, is using his creativity to motivate young people, helping them to practice resilience and hope in tough times.

Two local visual artists who have their artwork displayed in Belgrade, Serbia and Namibia said more collaborations are needed for their exposure to international audiences, and for them to learn from others.

As if the Covid-19 pandemic is already not enough to deal with, local musicians have found themselves having to fight for payment from event organisers and music promoters.

Economist Omu Kakujaha-Matundu has warned that an increase in rates and taxes will place a heavy burden on Windhoek residents. 

Napoleon Hill, in his book Think and Grow Rich, talks about “mastermind alliances”. He describes it as “A friendly alliance with one or more persons who will encourage one to follow through with both plan and purpose.” 

Vice President Nangolo Mbumba launched the second phase of the Buy Local, Grow Namibia campaign in Rundu on Tuesday.