Did you know that we have Namibian authored books in the market? It’s a rhetorical question. Sorry, if I bruised your ego by pointing out the obvious. I just can’t help but wonder why you haven’t tweeted about a Namibian authored book? What’s stopping you from posting about Namibian authors?
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WINDHOEK- The top trending clip, which is a must-watch is that of Bishop Madigari featuring Munda Kanyonga In a clip titled Police and Crooks. Kanyonga anchors social issues intending to use semiotics on current affairs.
WINDHOEK - Lee-andro Likius Keshe Neshila is a force to reckon with when it comes to gym activities. He was recently awarded for his work at the Simply You Magazine, Lifestyle and Fashion Awards for Favourite Fitness Personality for 2019.
WINDHOEK - The Namibian Trust and Dance Troupe that uses the arts to create social awareness, Ombetja Yehinga Organisation, premiered ‘Ilithyia gone mad’ yesterday at the Warehouse Theatre, in collaboration with an international guest, from the Netherlands, Eveline Castelein.
WINDHOEK- Fast and furious, a favourite franchise to many, has returned with some more action. But this time focusing on two arch-enemies that are well known to us in the franchise, Luke Hobbs and Deckard Shaw.
WINDHOEK – Getting connected to people or building relationships might be a challenge to many, however, Speed Dating is back with another coffee circle, which took place this week at The Kitchen Restaurant in Windhoek.
WINDHOEK- The 2019 Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) executive committee has announced that it will host an artist masterclass session. Under the topic: Succeeding my Music, Brand and Business as an
WINDHOEK - Lischen Khachas, better known as DJ Lischen, is teaming up with Desert Films to bring a new show titled ‘The Close Up with DJ Lisch’ on YouTube.
WINDHOEK - The recently ended third edition of the Simply You Magazine Lifestyle and Fashion Awards hosted style experts from around the country.
WINDHOEK – Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Christine //Hoebes has said that for far too long women grew up with the perception that men do not support and or recognize their efforts.
WINDHOEK – Over the weekend the weekly tabloid newspaper Confidénte through Independent Media Holdings hosted an awards ceremony to celebrate the achievements of women who have done amazing work in their respective professions.
WINDHOEK- One of the most anticipated events on Namibia’s music calendar, the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs), this week announced six hosts that will oversee the awards.
Earlier this year I spoke about how entertainers who may have changed their stage names get pissed when one addresses them on their old stage names. My question at the time was, “Who did you tell that you changed your name?” My question stands till this day.
WINDHOEK- Moses Hamaambo, also known as @Moses_king_ham on Instagram, is hilarious, witty and full of humour. His videos on Instagram keep on garnering a minimum of 2 000 views per clip. His content ranges
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WINDHOEK- After dropping numerous Extended Plays (EP’s) over the years, Lil Dog better known as Carlos J Camilo is working hard to make sure his debut album titled ‘The New Testament’ will standout amongst the best.
WINDHOEK – Namibian vocal and a cappella sensation, Vocal Motion 6 (VM6), will be hosting the first a capella music festival in Windhoek on 31 August this year.
WINDHOEK - The queen of disco. Ukarapo Ndjavera, also known as Karabo, has been in the music industry since 2012. Before that, she has been a dancer from the age of 17.
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WINDHOEK- Everybody has become a writer all of a sudden. Blog posts, memoirs, fiction, non-fiction, you name it, are some of the literary works that Namibians have recently been engaged in.
WINDHOEK - Vague, a new performing arts group emerged the victors after taking part in a three-day arts entrepreneurship workshop.
WINDHOEK - Funky Lab Social Cafe is set to officially open its Windhoek branch on 30 August 2019. After a brief stint two years ago, the popular social cafe closed its doors when Maerua Mall’s body corporate objected to the establishment obtaining a liquor licence.
WINDHOEK – For so many years, members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, and intersex (LGBTQI) community have been in seeming battles with the straight people because of their sexuality.
WINDHOEK – On a night of great excitement, high adrenaline and wonder of who would scoop the titles of Miss and Mr Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) 2019, 20 finalists battled for the crowns in which Harvey Upingasa and Nandeekwa Tjiurutue came out top.
WINDHOEK - The Windhoek City Market, in collaboration with the Indonesian Embassy, celebrated Hari Merdeka, Indonesia’s 74th independence anniversay. The market is known for delivering on its promise of
WINDHOEK- Namibian physician and politician, Libertina Inaaviposa Amathila, was bestowed with the Diamond Award at the Simply You Magazine Lifestyle and Fashion Awards over the weekend.
I am a stern believer of soundcheck. I do not compromise on soundcheck. Soundcheck needs to be done. It's just one of those things. You can’t escape it if you do not want drama stemming from sound issues on the day
WINDHOEK – Swakopmund-born kwaito artist, Nelumbu Gideon, known by his stage name Kinzzo, is on the road celebrating his recent NAMAs nomination.
WINDHOEK- The Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) will this year honour Stoney Mubiana with a lifetime achiever’s award, the executive committee announced this week.
WINDHOEK - John Max, the Chief Executive Officer of NASCAM, was recently appointed to serve on Africa’s regional body the Confederation of International Society of Composers and Authors (CISAC).
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WINDHOEK –On a night of poetry and music last weekend, Zimbabwean-born singer, poet, actor and artist Ashwyn Mberi rocked his show ‘Bantu-boy blooming’ and impressed the audience with his unique sound with great artistic traits.
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WINDHOEK- Two men (referred to as ST and Agogo), who claim to have a lot of money, have been entertaining Namibians over the past few days. But how did this mini entertaining beef come
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WINDHOEK - Kwaito singer, Eric Sell (better known as EES) has been forced to seek funding to release his album after Sony Germany let him down.
WINDHOEK – Thousands of music lovers and fans flocked to the Sam Nujoma stadium over the weekend to witness Namibian music giant Gazza, real name Lazarus Shiimi’s first ever ‘million’ concert in the
If I happen to get any of my predictions wrong, as the case with all my previously publicised predictions, kindly address me via mail at iwillnotreplybecausethisemaildoesnotexist@yahoo.com and I will send you 2
WINDHOEK - If this movie does not evoke fond memories of your childhood, then I do not know what will. Watching the new version of ‘The Lion King’, a big-screen musical with celebrity voice overs, tries its best to
SWAKOPMUND - Cute potted succulents are the latest gardening trend sweeping Namibia, plus a wonderful decor accessory and alternative to the big garden experience, especially in these drought-
WINDHOEK - Not new to the Namibian music industry, Monique English is back with a brand new single titled ‘Red’ after a hiatus.
WINDHOEK - Lorde EMH wants to revolutionise the way fashion is viewed not only in Namibia but also the world over. He is doing this through making hats. One might think, what is unique about these hats that have
WINDHOEK - It was no secret when GMP and Mshasho fans and artists chose alliances in favour of one or the other back then. In the middle of it all, music sensation Sunny Boy sided with The Dogg (now King Tee
WINDHOEK - There have been issues on the Song of the Year category for the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs), especially regarding the vetting process. On social media, the NAMAs’ committee said
WINDHOEK - K-Legend whose real name is Kamwi Victor Manvwali released a very emotional video recently, which he dedicated to loved ones that passed away titled ‘Angels calling my name’ from his second album ‘Undisputed’.
WINDHOEK – The art of nudity, whether in the form of photography, paintings or statues, dates back to the 1800s, yet in some, if not most, societies, the subject in itself remains taboo and is not openly embraced.
WINDHOEK - New kid on the block, Lasarus Mvula or just Lasarus as he is famously known among his peers is the artist to watch out for.
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WINDHOEK – After only a few years in the music industry, King Elegant, real name Wilbard Uushona, has managed to make a name for himself and set the Namibian music industry on fire with unique sounds that
If one takes away music from a radio station, what will be left? That’s my challenge to you today or until the next Industry Loop. As you listen to your favourite station for the next seven days, take away the music element and place super emphasis on content.
WINDHOEK - Moses Kairimuti, also known as DJ Mo, has decided to put his dark past behind him and concentrate on his brand, which will include MO Cell, MO Q and MO Cash.
WINDHOEK – The ‘We Me’ group exhibition by women, which was launched at the National Art Gallery last week, aims to recognise and create conversations about the inclusion of Namibian women in art.
WINDHOEK – Just three months of setting her feet in the music industry, new kid on the block Yessonia is planning to take her music internationally.
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WINDHOEK- The Windhoek Fashion Week 2019 was officially launched in the capital at a local hotel last week.
SWAKOPMUND - The magnetic sound of African drum beat together with a display of swirling contemporary dancers, is the essence of ‘Showcase Namibia’. Showcase Namibia is a unique local collaboration
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WINDHOEK- The Visible Talent Namibia Show, which started scouting for talent recently, has allocated N$50 000 for the first prize winner, N$30 000 for the second runner up while the third winner will walk away with N$10 000.
WINDHOEK - Ogoba Butterfly, arguably one of Namibia’s most successful music labels when it comes to investing in local talent and growing them into recognisable brands, will be ushering in a new chapter when it
WINDHOEK- There is an impression that the country’s “bigger” artists are enjoying the fruits of their popularity with rules being bent in their favour whether for submission of music videos for airplay or
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WINDHOEK - The Simply You Magazine and Lifestyle and Fashion Awards recently held auditions to scout for talented Namibians to host the auspicious honours but to the judges’ disappointment people did not
Fans have been venting on social media about how their favourite musicians did not make the overall nomination list. Either that or how some musicians didn’t make it in certain categories. Which is normal right? I mean you’re a fan…you want your favourite to win all the time! However, how about you remove the fan tag and consider a few things.
WINDHOEK – When one talks about womanpower, public relations officer, master of ceremony, TV presenter, and entrepreneur Robyn Nakaambo comes to mind.
WINDHOEK - Multi-genre singer, Johannes Namuhuja (popularly known as Kapa Kamandela) is not new to the local music scene. He made his name when he was part of a band called Young Kasi, based in the north, but parted ways last year to go solo.
WINDHOEK – Some people believe ‘prison changes’ lives, and it clearly has changed the life of local artist, Ghost (real name Sakeus Johannes), who is about to set the music industry on fire with his upcoming album. Born and raised in Engela, in the northern part of Namibia, Ghost was sentenced to five years in prison for possessing drugs.
SWAKOPMUND - Professional Namibian belly dancer Sascha Olivier-Sampson is not only the closest thing to being a ‘Goddess’ you will find adorned in silks and beads, but she is also an exceptional performing artist with a heart of gold. She has just celebrated her tenth ‘Shimmy for Shelter’ dance extravaganza, which this year raised N$31 000 towards two major Namibian animal charity projects.
WINDHOEK - Elemotho and his group went on a musical festival tour, which started at the Mamlin Afrika Festival in Austria on July 7 ending in Switzerland on Wednesday, July 17.
WINDHOEK - Mannetjie Tjiundje, popularly known as DJ Max-T from NBC Omurari FM, has a wealth of experience when it comes to local music and promotes it very well in his own vernacular, which is Otjiherero.
WINDHOEK - Namibian singer, record producer, and songwriter, Joseph Tuhafeni Ailonga aka Jossy Joss has decided to jump ship after 15 years and six months of service at Radio Energy.
WINDHOEK - Never have I had a film captivate me as much as ‘The White Line’ did. As I sat in anticipation, I was fearful, I was angry, I was disgusted and I felt sad. The joy and the overwhelming pride I felt, as it fundamentally told our story, our Namibian story, is indescribable.
WINDHOEK - Kwasa-kwasa/soukous band 4x4 Too Much Power this week lost one of its members Kabeya wa Kabeya Kinoi after a long illness.
WINDHOEK – Being a beauty queen can be the dream of every lady and Miss Namibia 2019 Nadja Breytenbach couldn’t contain her excitement at being Namibia’s new beauty queen and seems hopeful of a
WINDHOEK – Nominees for one of the most anticipated events in the country, the Namibia Annual Music Awards (NAMAs), were announced over the weekend.
The Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) recently held auditions for dancers to form part of the performances set for this year’s edition of the awards.
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OMUTHIYA - The Arts Performance Centres in Tsumeb and Oshikuku are struggling to keep their doors open amid lack of funds to run the day-to-day operations, leaving the musical and arts career of over 500 students on the line.
WINDHOEK – Namibian artist and tattooist, Dennis Shinyama has an amazing talent of creating anything through the art of drawing and it is all because of unemployment and poverty, he said recently.
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SWAKOPMUND - When it comes to laughter and merry-making you can always count on the week-long ‘ KÜSKA Carnival’ activities, which celebrated 34 years of a fun-filled programme, ending with a lively carnival float procession through the streets of Swakopmund last Saturday.
WINDHOEK - Nesindano Namises has delved into her artistry by developing a show called theKhoest. Khoes, as she is known, tells the story of transformation and visibility, which is expressed through poetry with experimental sounds and chants, in Khoekhoegowb.
WINDHOEK – Namibian second reality show ‘On the Street’, which premiered over the weekend, excited Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) viewers, who took to social media to express their exhilaration.
WINDHOEK- “We need to go through a lot of mental, emotional and physical preparation to be able to shine on television. I personally would not be able to cope throughout my journey without the support of my mentor and those close to me. Therefore, I urge the Namibian nation to be more supportive and empathetic and not be too quick to break young women down”.
WINDHOEK - The ever-intriguing Stanley Mareka has decided to be at the forefront of the stage besides choreographing at the back with dancers.
WINDHOEK - ‘Yellow Submarine’ will be televised on One Africa TV. The show will feature compelling interviews with Namibia’s most prominent entertainment personalities. The show, which premieres on Sunday, is centred on arts but branches out into other areas of life such as medicine and issues affecting artists.
WINDHOEK – Matongo Family, comprising Strauss Lunyangwe (Stravo aka Mr Makoya), Arthur Nanub (Damara Dik Ding) and Themba Matongo, has been in the music industry for more than two decades. “With the ups and downs, the group has been together for 21 years,” said Mr Makoya.
WINDHOEK – Having worked in entertainment for more than 10 years, Kanyi Mbua says colour plays a big role in the South African industry and people are typecast. “When directors look at you, they look and decide
WINDHOEK – At a night of glitz and glamour, Nadja Breytenbach, 24, was crowned Miss Namibia 2019 at the Windhoek Country Club Resort and Casino on Saturday evening.
WINDHOEK - The National Director of the Miss Namibia pageant, Conny Maritz, has stated that the beauty parade will again be without the swimwear category this year. Speaking to Entertainment Now!, Maritz said
Reading about Dolar Yves and how the musician made a conscious effort to create awareness around albinism really got me in my feelings recently. It got me in my feels for several reasons. Firstly, who is Dolar
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Entertainment Now!’s Aletta Shikololo this week gauged the public’s views on the Miss Namibia pageant and why only one Namibian was crowned Miss Universe in the history of the pageant.
WINDHOEK - The first woman to be crowned Miss Namibia was Bernice Tembo in 1980 after the pageant
WINDHOEK - Outspoken human rights lawyer, Norman Tjombe, has advised future Miss Namibia beauty queens to read their contracts properly.
WINDHOEK - Miss Namibia 2018, Selma Kamanya, is on the verge of handing the crown over as her year of reign ends. Kamanya recently recapped on her year of reign, which she described as a not-so-easy one but despite it all, there were some positive highlights.
WINDHOEK - Former Miss Namibia, Paulina Malulu, says many people feel that pageants give out the wrong message and discriminate against those who are not skinny and tall.
WINDHOEK – Twenty-seven years ago, a Namibian beauty queen was crowned Miss Universe and today
WINDHOEK – People from different cultural groups across the country and overseas attended the Windhoek Annual Cultural Festival (WACF) in large numbers to celebrate and promote the rich Namibian cultural
WINDHOEK- Model, TV Host and Founder of Voigush Africa and Waka Waka Moo, Luis Munana is the third Namibian to be featured on Forbes Africa’s 30 Under 30 list for 2019.
Why are theme songs in Namibia always so damn corny and downright terrible? They always sound so forced and weird. I mean honestly, the last time a theme song actually impressed me and captured the
WINDHOEK- Stand-up comedian Derrick Lloyd Jefferson Sakarias, otherwise known as Lloyd the comedian, the g
OMARURU - Health fads come and go, but one thing is for sure you cannot beat the benefits of the homemade cottage industry with its wholesome foods, especially pure farm produce with all the tasty
WINDHOEK – The Miss Okahao pageant that took place last week attracted many beautiful contestants from across the country. However, it was Tuundja Ujava who was crowned as the 2019 winner.
WINDHOEK – Even though nudity is probably one of the most sensitive topics in the country, Namibian freelance model and nudist, Ndamononghenda Loth is a nudist who is not ashamed of expressing art through nudes.
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WINDHOEK - Aladdin is a 1992 cartoon feature with Robin Williams as a talkative blue genie. Though it may not be the best movie from Disney’s second golden age of animation, its durable charm and
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WINDHOEK - Namibian kwaito singer Eric Sell (better known as EES) has tapped into the tourism industry by teaming up with Wilddog Safaris.
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SWAKOPMUND - The 2019 World Music Day saw the revival of the saxophone, with two awesome instrumental performances taking centre stage at the large outdoor amphitheatre of COSDEF Arts & Craft
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WINDHOEK - Rapper singer-songwriter Jericho Gawanab better known as Jericho has walked through the most difficult paths most artists endure when living the life of an entertainer. Living in the limelight usually
WINDHOEK – Signed under DMoney Music, Mr. Diamonds released his song dubbed Finally last week, a collaboration with Nigerian producer Brown Klaxic.
WINDHOEK – The Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) 2019 has called for dancers to audition to
“Nobody owes you anything. These promoters don’t have to book you. The people don’t have to
WINDHOEK- The Katutura Fashion Week is just around the corner and the management team has promised a bigger and better event this year.
WINDHOEK – Yoga is known to be one of the best therapies to maintain happiness and peace and it is because of that, that Miss Glam World Namibia 2019, 27-old Minsozi Kompeli is pleading for yoga to be taken more seriously in the country.
WINDHOEK - Award-winning artist Gazza, real name Lazarus Shiimi, is hosting a show to celebrate 1.1 million views on YouTube for his single hit “Chelete”.
WINDHOEK - When one hears of a Sunday session, what comes to mind is getting together with friends after a hectic weekend and having a few drinks.
WINDHOEK - The Dolphin Park Aqua Festival, a unique experience combining entrepreneurship, tourism and entertainment during the slowest season of the year, is scheduled for the end of this month.
WINDHOEK- The Namibian Society of Composer and Authors of Music (NASCAM) has hailed the decision by the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court to fine a local trader employed at a computer shop in Katutura for music piracy.
Video: The Garden Inn fighting to keep doors open
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WINDHOEK - In commemoration of the International Albinism Awareness Day held on 13 June every year,
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WINDHOEK – Namibia Diamond Trading Company (NDTC) will be hosting Miss Namibia beauty pageant
In 2016, on this platform, I said Miss Namibia will continue to lose its social importance if organisers do not start making the event, Namibian! That’s my wish for this year’s edition of the event. Make it namibian! I am
WINDHOEK – Namibian comedian, brand influencer, entrepreneur and the Gweri Vintage collection founder, Zuluboy, real name Pinehas Shikulo, hosted a comedy show for charity in the community.
SWAKOPMUND - Hard rock fans were treated to a feast of live music last weekend, when the fifth Sound for Sight music festival raised the roof in a one-day fest that attracted 10 incredible Namibian bands that
WINDHOEK – Local reggae artist, Jatumeni Negumbo, known by his stage name Ten Dreadz, wants a revolution of reggae music in the country for it to be relevant.
WINDHOEK- Justifying the international judging panel for the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs), the corporate communications specialist at MTC, John Ekongo explained that the music industry is small
WINDHOEK- The Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) committee this week announced judges for this year’s awards.
WINDHOEK - With a career spanning over 25 years in the entertainment industry, Neville Basson is probably the most sought-after comedian and corporate honcho Namibia has to offer.
WINDHOEK – A popular restaurant and hang out spot, The Garden Inn 13 situated at erf 741 Bismarck Street is fighting tooth and nail to keep its doors open after they were served with a letter from the
WINDHOEK – The Miss Namibia Top 12 finalists for 2019 were announced at the Miss Namibia winter bash in Windhoek over the weekend which was hosted at the Windhoek Country Club Resort and Casino.
WINDHOEK- Doors which were supposed to be opened at 19:30 were already open at 19:00 with audience members already taking their seats.
WINDHOEK – For all reality show lovers and Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) television viewers, the wait is over, Namibia’s first reality show ‘Body with Maria’ is now airing on NBC TV.
What do Namibian radio presenters have to do to earn your respect? What is that current radio presenters in the country have to do to earn your adoration? What do you want radio presenters to do to turn you into
WINDHOEK - The much-touted Kasi Vibe Festival hosted its sixth volume last weekend, which attracted at least 12 000 visitors over the three-day jamboree.
WINDHOEK – Leonard Makili, known as Kaboy Kamakili, set the country on fire when videos of him singing went viral on all social platforms and there are predictions that he is likely to be the next big thing in the country’s musical scene.
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SWAKOPMUND - The first two-day Swakopmund Food Fest held last weekend buzzed with excitement and served up a fabulous atmosphere, while the wafting of delicious aromas from over 40 different food stalls tempted the taste buds.
WINDHOEK - After establishing himself in the arts industry with multiple abilities, Pinehas Megameno Shikulo, popularly known as Zuluboy, has once again tapped into another market - the making and
WINDHOEK – The Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) committee last weekend went searching for suitable presenters at an event held at the NBC headquarters.
WINDHOEK- Make-up artist, Georgina Da Conceeicao Barnade better known as Stacy, says her love for the creative art of make-up was born from sheer curiosity.
WINDHOEK - Local film producers have taken the leap of faith in showcasing their films with Ster-Kinekor Maerua Mall over the past few years.
WINDHOEK - Xwama Restaurant - operating in Windhoek for more than a decade - has decided to expand and change its menu by adding some twists.
WINDHOEK - As promised last week, KP Illest released the music video for Energy, a song featuring Nigerian hip-hop recording artiste and actor, Ice Prince.
Video: Diamond Monica, a property mogul in the making
Namibia is just another province of South Africa. We worship everything from South Africa. We worship their politics. We worship their sport. We worship their entertainment industry. We worship their linguistics. Everything from South Africa is golden to us. Yeah, I said it! Catch all you want!
WINDHOEK - FirstRand Namibia recently boosted the KinoNamibia Film Festival with a pledge of $148 000, through the FirstRand Namibia Foundation Trust.
WINDHOEK Leah Misika and Melisa Poulton are hosting Jan Jooster Fashion show today, 31 May 2019, at Cellar Rock at the Warehouse Theatre in Windhoek. Clothes from the line will be available online as of 7 June 2019.
WINDHOEK – A documentary entitled ‘Lüderitz: A City Born from Sea’, depicting the growth of the harbour town to a city, was launched in Windhoek last week.
WINDHOEK - She cracks you up with her 8 o’clock news on social media. But who is this social media news anchor that plans to take NBC’s Fran Thomas’ job as some Facebook and Twitter comments have stated? The originator of the alter ego is Xuro Milton.
WINDHOEK - Since bursting onto the music scene with her sexy music videos in 2007, Monica ‘Diamond’ Shafooli has in recent years concentrated on building her property portfolio. The last time the dancehall queen dropped visuals was in 2016 titled ‘Chekange’ featuring Kamby, which garnered over 63 000 views.
WINDHOEK – Latifah Queen, a popular female artiste whose real name is Priscilla Swartz, was chosen as the new poster girl for Wernhil Park Shopping Centre for the next two years.
WINDHOEK – The Miss Namibia semi-finalists have been tasked with raising funds for the pageant.
‘Cinderella goes to prom’ is a non-profit organisation that identifies girls from less privileged homes and offers them a full matric farewell makeover.
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One of the first Namibian online music streaming platforms, Donlu, has broken new ground as it has breached one million views on its site.
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The fans of Namibian rap artiste Lioness took to social media recently to express their anger over her exclusion from a South African magazine article on a song she featured with fellow rappers from Kenya and South Africa.
What does the Namibian fashion industry need to do to make it onto the shelves of multinational brands like Jet, Edgars, etc.? It’s no secret that the majority of these clothing multinationals from South Africa are doing nothing meaningful for the ordinary Namibian except make millions per branch and ship it down south.
WINDHOEK – The new television show airing on Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), ‘The Saturday Breakfast Show’ has turned out to be the people’s favourite show based on feedback from viewers on all social media platforms, according to the producers.
Go-getter Heinrich Hafeni is more than an entrepreneur, he is a man with vision who combines the grassroots features of his culture with tourism, hospitality and traditional cuisine, to come up with a smorgasbord of services, that are not only unique to the coast but also Namibia.
WINDHOEK - Popular Namibian oviritje singer, Rakutuka Kandjoze (known as Rax), will be performing live in Manchester, North West England, this weekend at the Community of the Namibians in Great Britain (CNGB) football tournament and
WINDHOEK - Popular Ma /Gaisa and RnB artist, Dixon Nasou, is set to drop a 15-track album titled ‘Show me your heart’ any time soon, as all work has been done behind the scenes.
WINDHOEK - Former Miss Namibia, Odile Gertze, is without a doubt the most talented actress Namibia has, having appeared in six theatre plays and over five movies, including a cameo in ‘The Mummy’, a 2017 American action-adventure horror film directed by Alex Kurtzman starring Tom Cruise.
WINDHOEK - Preparations for the second edition of the Kasi Vibe Festival Volume 6 for this year are underway and the organising committee has promised the event will be bigger and improved.
WINDHOEK - For about three months they kept us glued to our television screens in anxiety and agony of missing out on any scandal or drama, but after they left the Big Brother Africa (BBA) house, many of the Namibian contestants have
WINDHOEK - A former lead singer of the then popular band Afroshine known for its hit song ‘Ti Mama’ in 2008, says musicians should produce music for the world and not Namibia only.
WINDHOEK - The Namibia Film Commission (NFC), together with three female producers and directors, hosted the first all-female short films at the National Theatre of Namibia.
WINDHOEK - The national broadcaster’s commercial station, Touch FM, was crowned the overall winner while Base FM was awarded the best-dressed team at the Nedbank Media Kapana Cook-off Competition last Friday.
I love what is happening with fashion in Namibia. Fashion has found a new lease of life. Everybody is conscious of what they wear. Everybody is fashion driven. Everybody is starting to appreciate fashion.
The trio, PDK, seems to have the impressive talent of blending catchy and infectious Afro-pop, Shambo and Sungura rhythms with topical issues bordering on love, domestic and societal ills.
WINDHOEK – A performing arts student at the University of Namibia (Unam), Golden-Star Mbadhi had heads turning and the audience craving for more during her examination dance performance at the university’ Space Theatre.
WINDHOEK - Hip-hop artiste, Dice the Rapper (real name Edo Lutete), has surprised everyone with his multiple talents, as he has also tapped into the acting scene.
The Namibian Championships of the Performing Arts (NATME) awards ceremony ended in Hollywood style with a dazzling variety show last Saturday night.
WINDHOEK - Maria Nepembe is set to take on another promising role within the entertainment industry by bringing a reality show centred on fitness called ‘Body with Maria Nepembe’.
WINDHOEK – Radio personality, motivational speaker and author, Otto Kapuka, on Wednesday released his second book entitled ‘Words, Results, and Action’.
WINDHOEK- After several months of teasing, organisers of the Big Brother Africa reality television show have announced that the 2019 edition will start airing this June.
WINDHOEK – Commentators this week denounced the ridicule that some semi-finalists of this year’s Miss Namibia beauty pageant have endured.
WINDHOEK- Otjiwarongo-based DJ Castro aka The Whistle DJ knows how to pull off a stellar performance and he didn’t disappoint one bit at the BOB (Bring Your Own Bottle) Party hosted by the KFC DJs which took place at the Zoo Park Amphitheatre on Saturday.
WINDHOEK - Arts industry experts in Namibia are being invited and encouraged to enter for this year’s Simply You Magazine Fashion and Lifestyle Awards.
Earlier this year, I blasted people for their double standards. At the time, I was reacting to how people were pressing Slammer to be “humble” after he went on a social rant. My views were simple, he’s a rapper! What on earth do you expect from a
WINDHOEK- The connotation of motherhood is practically limitless. As Namibia and the world gear up to celebrate Mother's Day this Sunday, Entertainment Now! spoke to familiar personalities in the entertainment industry on what Mothers’ day means to them and how they plan on celebrating it.
It was with shock and dismay that I learned about the passing of Timothy Davie Duwe, commonly known as Phura. I always referred to him as King Phura because of his revolutionary character in the Namibian music industry. King Phura
WINDHOEK - One of Namibia’s first female deejays and upcoming music producer, Alba Hamukwaya, also known as DJ Alba, has launched another accessory (earrings) to her House of Nalo collection.
RUNDU – It is better for aspiring musicians to enter the music industry with a mindset of doing music as a passion or hobby as opposed to making a quick buck, as it takes time to make money in this industry, a Rundu based producer and recording artiste Sean Blizy, real name Sindimba Murangi, says.
WINDHOEK - The organisers of the Namibian Arts Fair are inviting artists and musicians from across the continent to take part in this year’s fair slated for September at the Goethe-Institut of Namibia.
WINDHOEK – A local musician, poet, actor, and model is competing with other artists from across Africa for the Face of ARTS Africa title.
WINDHOEK - After almost a decade in the beauty industry, celebrated Namibian make-up artist Hannah Nangula is finally launching her own cosmetic products designed to withstand the harsh Namibian climatic conditions.
WINDHOEK - Musician-cum-businessman Mushe, real name Albert Uulenga, recently posted shoes on social media platforms to gauge public reaction to his soon-to-be launched shoe line.
WINDHOEK – Namibian model and entrepreneur, Luis Munana’s ‘Waka Waka Moo’ children television show is airing in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada and other African countries would follow suit, as the second season is set to air soon.
WINDHOEK- With eight years of experience in the mainstream media, a former New Era entertainment journalist took the bold step of starting his own media agency aimed at, among others, promoting artists, young entrepreneurs, and corporates.
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WINDHOEK - Namibian-registered company that produces high-value agricultural crops for the international market won the Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation.
WINDHOEK - The popular KFC DJs, comprising of DJ Kadafi, DJ SlickFisha and DJ Chin-Chila are hosting the 1st edition of the 5TH BOB (Bring Your Own Bottle) Show for the year at the Zoo Park Amphitheatre tomorrow, starting from 12h00 till late. There is a line-up consisting of more than 20 local acts, which they collectively did.
WINDHOEK – Namibia Gospel United - a group of gospel singers across the country who collaborate to make music - hit another milestone by releasing a powerful song titled ‘No longer a slave to fear’.
King Phura deserves a state funeral! Phura revolutionised the way we look at Namibian music. Phura led a whole generation into believing that indeed the Namibian sound is worthy! Phura was the modern-day Jackson Kaujeua.
WINDHOEK - Social media was a set ablaze on Wednesday when a leaked sex video of popular master of ceremony and TV personality Leonard Witbeen went viral.
KAMANJAB – Arriving in the sleepy village of Kamanjab, about 550 kilometres from Windhoek, one is tempted to believe this is a ghost town. Alas, somewhere in the middle of this dead town lies Oppi-Koppi, the hidden treasure of Namibia.
SWAKOPMUND - Being the owner of a ‘sausage dog’ or a Dachshund, as they are traditionally called, has taken on some kind of “celebrity status” in Namibia these days, with this breed being hailed by doting owners as one of the most sought after pets on the face of the planet.
WINDHOEK - Walking towards the different food stalls at the Wernhil Shopping Mall taxi rank, something different is noticeable about one stall. Once closer, the smell of one of the best delicacies in Namibia becomes obvious at stall
WINDHOEK – The production of films, long or short, is not that common in Namibia. One such company that does this is Desert Films, which is struggling to get its work on national television.
WINDHOEK – While some artistes rush to release their albums just in time to meet the deadline for the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) each year, Sally Boss Madam drops a single or two to keep her fans happy and in the loop with her newest sounds.
WINDHOEK- With one of the Facebook posts saying, “Ni**az be actin like somebody gon’ die or somethin’ Weedhu!! I had to shake you up a bit...these are the only moves that will basically elevate the game cause it pushes everyone and raises the artistic bar meaning better music Otampanikifwa ko ka chii kokuMtata shili...Se iina tu tila...Hambaa, ” he posted.
WINDHOEK - Sigera Jazz Band’s ability to perform live music is impeccable and captivating. According to veteran sports journalist and guitarist Carlos Kambaekwa, also known as CK, who happens to be one of the members of the band, “Sigera” is a Khoekhoegowab name which means “we are coming”.
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WINDHOEK – An upcoming artiste, OpDvegs, known for his hit song ‘Am Sorry’ that stormed the music scene in 2016, says he is ready to further take on the music industry with new releases.
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WINDHOEK - Sthembiso ‘SK’ Khoza, a South African television presenter and actor best known for hosting shows such as Mzanzi Ridez and Goal Diggerz, and who also acted as Shaka in The Queen, will be partying with Namibians on May 4 at Cappello.
The whole King Tee Dee/Diamond Platnumz situation that unfolded this week had me in my feels. I don’t know what makes me more mad…the fact that Diamond Platnumz broke an unwritten rule, the fact that black Twitter chose to poke fun at King Tee Dee or the fact that King Tee Dee’s PR team failed to do damage control.
WINDHOEK - The first annual live ‘Heal our Land’ concert was launched at the National Theatre of Namibia Backstage on Wednesday.
WINDHOEK- A 38-year-old author, who recently released her first electronic book entitled “Her First Encounter” on Amazon, says she opted for that route to expose her novel to international audiences because Namibians do not really have a reading culture.
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KEETMANSHOOP- Two young, upcoming artists in the south, Sakeus Andreas (also known as Oceanquize) and Immanuel Matheus (also known as Heavy Rock) are planning to officially launch their debut album ‘Osenaave’.
WINDHOEK - The death yesterday of Timotheus Duwe, known in musical circles as simply Phura, has been described by insiders of the local entertainment industry as a huge loss.
WINDHOEK – Although house, hip-hop and kwaito music predominate the Namibian music industry, gospel sensation D-Naff (real name Naftalie Shigwedha Amukwelele) has kept the genre on another level in terms of deliverance and keeping it in the mainstream.
WINDHOEK – SoundWave Africa aims to revive the Zoo Park amphitheatre one of the top venues available to host musical shows and events in the city and has a capacity to host 1 400 people by making it a place, which young people can start to appreciate again.
WINDHOEK - After apologising to the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) for a derogatory comment she made in 2017, Ruusa Ndapewa Munalye shared with Entertainment Now! about her future plans and what it takes to be a businesswoman.
WINDHOEK – Namibian reggae lovers and Rastafarians celebrated the reggae revolution in commemoration of World’s Cannabis Day last weekend.
WINDHOEK – The social media hullabaloo over Namibian kwaito pioneer King Tee Dee’s alleged removal from a song he initially did with Tanzania’s Diamond Platnumz is tarnishing the latter’s name, a spokesperson said this week.
SWAKOPMUND - Every tourist’s dream when visiting Namibia is to get the chance to hear the beat of African drums, while getting caught up in the rhythm of a spellbinding live performance of traditional sounds.
There’s an ill-conceived notion that artists are to stay away from politics and focus on their art. I’m terming it an ill-conceived notion because that’s just me being nice. If I were to be the NSK that you know, I’d term it b******t!
WINDHOEK - Are you having an event that requires flowers? Is there ever an event where flowers are not needed? Anna Mushimba has opened By Invite, a baby company that has been in the flower-making industry for over two years. It is a paper flower-making business.
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WINDHOEK - The Windhoek Pop-Up Market recently hosted an Asian Night-themed event showcasing Asian cuisines and attires.
WINDHOEK - Former Big Brother Housemate and frontman for the Elvis se Seun band has traded the demanding roles of the entertainment industry for a much more subtle position at Theo’s SuperSpar in Otjiwarongo, as a Marketing Specialist.
WINDHOEK- Local Disc Jockey, DJ Cappucino, last week expanded her wings when she officially signed with Nigerian Flyboy Entertainment owned by recording artist, performer and entertainer Kizz Daniel.
WINDHOEK - After creating a platform for rappers to showcase their lyrical skills at a well-organised event, the organisers of Rap Battle Namibia decided to pull the plug and postpone the event to later this year because of poor response from the artists/contenders.
WINDHOEK- Clad in a cyan dress, makeup on fleek, with a shopping bag from Aldo, she waltzes in the lounge of a local hotel where the interview is agreed to take place.
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RUNDU - The Ngandu Music and Arts Festival, scheduled to take place next weekend at the river town of Rundu, is the first of its kind and will provide a platform for business owners and artists to promote their products, services and talents.
WINDHOEK - Rising female star Monica Pinias, aka Top Cheri, delivered another spectacular performance during the glittery children literature awards and book launch, hosted by ‘I am the Key Media’ at the National Independence Memorial Museum on Saturday.
WINDHOEK - With four albums under their belt, the University of Namibia (Unam) Choir will be launching a 5th album tomorrow at the main campus hall.
I know the social theme these days is drink water and mind your business. Which is exactly what I was doing last week on social media. I randomly visited a few pages and stumbled on D-Jay’s Facebook fan page.
WINDHOEK- Award-winning local model, Princes Tjozongoro (or just Princes), continues to make her mark in the local and international modelling circles, and she is ready to conquer the world with her talent.
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WINDHOEK- At the age of 21 fashion designer, Nicole Schmidt became a mother and had to put her studies in fashion design on hold to focus on motherhood.
WINDHOEK- One of the biggest orchestra performances in the local entertainment calendar will take place this weekend when the College of the Arts (COTA) presents its ninth Bank Windhoek Baroque Concerto Festival at the Windhoek Dutch Reformed Church.
WINDHOEK - The recent launch of “Rockstar”, Namibia an affiliate of the internationally acclaimed Rockstar Group, introduces a new era of world-class strategic production and brand activation in Namibia.
WINDHOEK - Professional Namibian belly dancer Sascha Olivier-Sampson, who won bronze and gold in the 2018 Los Angeles World Championships of Performing Arts, is proving once again that her “hips don’t lie”, with another sparkling programme lined up for this year.
WINDHOEK – The U.S. Embassy in Windhoek is inviting the public to celebrate the American culture of jazz music with live performances by “The Myrna Clayton Experience” who will also be joined by Namibian jazz and saxophonist sensation, Suzy Eises tonight.
WINDHOEK - Pastor Haruna Goroh and his wife, Titilayo Goroh, of the Jesus Centre church donated a car to local hip-hop star Jericho (real name Jericho Gawanab) at their congregation situated in Windhoek’s Okuryangava location, last week.
WINDHOEK - Local artists Adora Kisting and Tulinane Amushila, aka Tulisan, through their manager AB Amushila, the executive officer of Phoenix Media Group Namibia, have decided to give copies of their CDs to the street vendors to sell on their behalf.
WINDHOEK – Organiser and founder of Kapana Festival, Melvin Amakutsi, and exhibitors have described this year’s event as a success.
A factor that helps me with my decision-making process on whether I am going to eat at your joint or not is the images used to brand your food in and around your restaurant. Sounds ridiculously frivolous but that’s my determining factor. I hate it when restaurants and take away joints use images from the internet for their store branding. It’s a huge turn off.
WINDHOEK - The European Union National Institutes for Culture (EUNIC) Cluster in Namibia will launch the second edition of the EUNIC Music festival today at the Warehouse Theatre.
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SWAKOPMUND - With Easter just around the corner, the vibes in Swakopmund are picking up speed, and the popular monthly Sunday Market, which is in its fourth year, did not fail to disappoint.
WINDHOEK - Ndeshi Ndapunikwa Fikameni, the founder of the Afro-print line, has come up with a game called Swift 30. “The game is proudly Namibian, which aims to educate, promote the authentic gem that Namibia is,” she said.
WINDHOEK - The 30-year-old Warehouse Theatre in Windhoek has embarked on a fundraising campaign to address its financial woes.
SWAKOPMUND - Professional artist, Kabelo Modise, is hot off a solo Independence Celebration exhibition held at farm Shalom in the Swakop River Valley, where he displayed over 30 pieces of his intricate linocut works - a distinctive style which earned him acclaim as one of Namibia’s most influential and talented artists
WINDHOEK- Gospel singer, Maranatha Goroh is not new to the gospel scene. After a long time in the industry, the powerful and soulful singer has shifted into the realm of praise and worship as part of her newest musical project.
WINDHOEK - The organisers of the much-anticipated Temptations Motown Afro Night yesterday said they could not resolve issues between the promoter, Tshepi Live Entertainment-Botswana, and The Temptations.
WINDHOEK - Sunday Shipushu aka Sunny Boy revealed that his much-anticipated seventh studio album entitled ‘Uuyelele’, which means light, will be out in two weeks’ time.
WINDHOEK - With music being universal, one would expect women to be in the industry not only as singers but also as producers. Getting hold of them is difficult because it is either they are upcoming like Afroberries’ DJ Alba or they not based in the country like Gina Jeanz.
WINDHOEK – The much-debated two-part documentary titled Leaving Neverland is a global hot topic at the moment, and DStv customers across Africa had a taste of the documentary over the weekend. The documentary is said to have taken the world by storm.
WINDHOEK - A celebration of the annual 67th Windhoek Karneval, better known as WIKA, kicked off with a bang in the capital on Saturday at the Mega Centre.
I will never stop fighting for quality events. Events where you can leave an event knowing that it was worth your money and time. I hate crappy events.
WINDHOEK- After rebranding into Gospel music late last year, Martha Namundjebo, aka Lady May Africa, will be launching her first gospel album mid-year under the D-Naff Entertainment.
WINDHOEK-It is going to be hive of entertainment extravaganza tomorrow at the Beacon Lodge and the DJ Bar, when acclaimed local singer King Tee Dee, and Dj Asserdeep offer nothing but the ‘best of the best’ performances.
WINDHOEK-Local musician Phredgot1 became the only and first Namibian singer to be signed under Memory Talent Management (MTM) for public relations and brand management.
WINDHOEK-One of Namibia’s most talented and successful film producer, currently based in South Africa, Abraham Pieters, well-known as AB, says he is not ashamed to let the whole world know about his struggle with mental health, especially in the cut-throat entertainment Industry.
WINDHOEK-The Brass Instrument Training Institute (BITI), is gearing up for its ninth trumpet festival and instrument workshop this June.
WINDHOEK- Latoya Mwoombola aka Lioness is the queen of lyrics but some say she is a mistress of rap.
There is this new buzz around Namibian entertainment in Southern Africa. There will always be long debates as to what caused this buzz. As a credible commentator on entertainment in the country, take it from me, Namibian artists need to take credit for this one.
WINDHOEK-There is nothing that can stop local beauty, Minsozi Kompeli, it seems when it comes to her passion for modeling.
WINDHOEK-The newly initiated Windhoek Annual Cultural Festival (WACF) is calling for interested exhibitors to apply for stalls, and artists who are interested to perform during the festival to apply.
WINDHOEK-MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), has launched its portal on www.multichoicetalentfactory.com
Lüderitz-The theme of her crafts is African, focusing on beadwork necklaces, armbands, and she wants to try her hand at making rings.
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WINDHOEK- The 10-member dance troupe of the Ombetja Yehinga Organisation (OYO) will premiere on March 27 Well Wish Ya at the National Theatre of Namibia (NTN).
Whilst week-end revellers in the capital were celebrating St Patrick’s Day, all dressed up in green and singing “when Irish eyes are smiling”, there was a jam session of a different kind going on across town, in celebration of music.
The joy of being me is that you have people of all walks of life ready to engage you in conversation.
Matheus Silas Ndemutala, AKA Kajuh, has signed under Numba Busy Entertainment Record Label, established in 2015, and that since has been going through management and ownership transition beginning of 2018.
The footprints of Bob Marley appear on the sand in Jamaica and across the earth wherever freedom is held hostage. Likened to Martin Luther King, Jr., Marley desired peace for his people, and for all humanity.
WINDHOEK-With the make-up industry booming and becoming a trend locally, make-up artists are working hard to make sure that they have their make-up artistry under their belt, with their make-up products at hand.
WINDHOEK- Live performer, Dollar Yves Idinu, or just Dollar, a Namibian-based Congolese musician, has announced his massive comeback with great hit songs featuring three top South African (SA) singers.
WINDHOEK- Namibia has produced great films over the years, be it feature films, short or documentaries
WINDHOEK- Local musos aspiring to feature at the Windhoek Jazz Festival may stake their claim by submitting their details for consideration.
Young Odette Ochs is part of a culture of rising “township talent” in Swakopmund, who despite being unknown to the mainstream music scene has what it takes to become Namibia’s next “starlet”.
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Local clothing brand, Thumbs Up, a Namibian youth led motivational local brand founded by young entrepreneur Andrew Naftal, continues to make waves while attracting more customers.
WINDHOEK- The Garden Inn was filled with music enthusiasts who came to enjoy their Saturday night and the launch of Top Cheri’s music video for her song titled Johny.
Kwaito act Martin Morocky formerly known as The Dogg, and now King Tee Dee says his life as an artist, businessperson and a family man will feature on M-Net production this year, with more information to be announced at a later stage.
A backup singer to a very prominent musician recently slid into my DM. I know what you are thinking, that something popped off and we hit it off right? Nah.
Hard at work to find a niche for themselves into the local market, talented and sensational music duo, Sadrax Ndjubila popularly known as Saddy, and Remember Nashiwaya aka Bliss annouced this week that they are releasing a collaborative album mid this month.
WINDHOEK- South African comedian Trevor Noah became a topic of discussion because of his presumed insensitive joke about the Indian-Pakistani war, which he said would be entertaining, adding “it would also be the longest war of all time - another dance number”.
Skelly Muuondjo-Fraser can be remembered from her hay days of the Oviritje group called Tjitjekura Tjeriama.
Who knew that we celebrated the humble Milk Tart - with ‘National Milk Tart Day’ set aside each year on February 27, giving credence to one of the most popular desserts on the planet?
WINDHOEK-Zebras, cheetahs, hippos and more all starred in a film that took home the top prize in the second Annual AirVūz Drone Video Awards.
WINDHOEK-Female vocalist, Maria Immanuel popularly known as ML, who has been making waves over the past years in the music industry, reveals this week that she is releasing an Independence Day album to drop on the Independence Day, March 21.
WINDHOEK – Just as the music industry was coming to terms with the shocking passing on of Zimbabwe’s internationally acclaimed multi-talented folk singer/guitarist, Oliver “Tuku” Mtukudzi – another iconic muso is no more.
WINDHOEK-Local entertainer and award winning radio DJ, Lukas Nambala aka DJ Nambalakats, says there is more to being a radio DJ, then making jokes on air and playing fine music tunes for listeners.
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WINDHOEK- “The Namibian Masterclass has been an unbelievable experience for myself. I am amazed at the degree of passion and the amount of skill that exists in Namibia.
WINDHOEK-The 5th edition of Kais Vibe Festival is starts today until Sunday at the Sam Nujoma Stadium.
ONGWEDIVA-Beyond Horizon Investment to launch the first edition of the Hymn Awards, expected to run from May 10-11 this year at Ongwediva Trade Fair Centre, with an array of choirs from across the country expected to compete.
WINDHOEK- Heather “Miss H” Dennis, a well-known performer in the local music scene in Namibia is embarking on a 2-
If you are looking for a chilled, laid back instrumental set, then two high school boys, who formed the band Pluvious, are making impressive inroads onto the live music scene and are dreaming big.
If there is one thing that annoys me, it is a lazy presenter. Be it on TV or radio. A lazy presenter kills the value of any interview.
LÜDERITZ- The National Art Gallery of Namibia (NAGN) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Snobia Kaputu, is confident Namibian visual artists if provided with conducive platforms to create and showcase their art, can become progressive artists and great art entrepreneurs.
WINDHOEK-The National Theatre of Namibia (NTN) is calling all enthusiastic actors interested to audition for the film, Battered, written by local playwright and director, Donald Matthys.
WINDHOEK-Award-winning Namibian musician, Elemotho, hosted a free concert in collaboration with Cramer’s in Windhoek on Saturday.
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Now that Valentine’s Day has come and gone, florists, gift shops and restaurants around the country have once again cashed in on this romantic celebration held each year on February 14, playing their part to fuel Cupid’s arrow all in the name of love.
WINDHOEK-Movie lovers were treated to a trailer of Hairareb, which was aired on Friday at the Grove Mall to a sold out premier.
WINDHOEK- Esperance says her fans and poetry lovers can expect a lot from her as she planned on taking her brand to another level, as well as the poetry industry by storm.
WINDHOEK-The local music industry is changing for better as artists begun to make music that are making waves, especially those newest singles that are sizzling and burning up the airwaves released recently.
If wearing African print is your thing, then the vibrant fashionable dresses, variety of handbag options and stunning beaded accessories designed by Chic D’ Afrique, should easily find their way into any woman’s closet.
WINDHOEK - Ombetja Yehinga Organisation (OYO) dance troupe, turns 10 this year.
WINDHOEK - Allen Jonathan, also known as Swart Baster, has been the talk of the town lately after he released two albums, ‘If not, Why not’ and ‘Vrede is Die Rede’ at the same time earlier this year.
Etsee the NAMAs are back mense! Yoh, but I will not lie, I was very sad at rumours of the possibility of the awards not taking place this year.
WINDHOEK-One of the Namibian fast growing online fashion brands, Ravenda Posh, is set to expand into accessories and men clothing.
The soft drone of the powerful Catamaran’s twin engines surging through the ocean, was muffled by the cry of Seagulls and splashing of little waves as they hit the side of the luxury yacht on a clear summer’s day.
WINDHOEK-Have you ever been at an event and immediately get carried into another dimension, to a totally different world? That’s the vibe one could feel at the tribute concert for late Zimbabwean but international artist, Oliver Mtukudzi, famously known as ‘’Tuku’’ last Friday at the Warehouse Theatre in Windhoek.
WINDHOEK- The first ever Katutura Fashion Week (KFW) in the capital is this September.
WINDHOEK-Khomasdal Community Hall comes to life tonight with the Sigera Jazz Band.
Namibian moviemakers are getting better as far as creating movies is concerned. Treat your Valentine to a trailer of a locally produced movie titled Hairareb along the highly anticipated Will Packer’s produced What Men Want at Ster Kinekor at the Grove Mall tonight.
Lüderitz -For Johanna Ileka-Nangolo and David Nangolo Valentine’s Day means a day to remember love, to share memories and to create new memories.
WINDHOEK - Sparkle Babes are hosting a Valentine’s Dance this Thursday at the Khomasdal Community Hall.
WINDHOEK-Namibian international star, Elemotho, has teamed up with a British Grammy award winner, Joss Stone, to remix the song Kgala! Namib (Namibia) which was released on social media on Monday.
I am so sick and tired of people telling Namibian entertainers to be humble.
WINDHOEK-Your Januworry blues are over, say hello to February- it’s time to embrace the month of love and listen to great songs that have been released recently.
WINDHOEK-She is a songwriter, a songstress with a soulful rich voice and multi-winning award vocalist. She hails all the way from Oshikuku. She released her debut album, Bulletproof in 2015. She goes by the name of Anne Singer.
WINDHOEK-Marking four years next week, the Love Yourself Campaign (LYC) promises a powerful and amazing year for plus size beauties rocking Namibia with their beautiful bodies.
Oliver Mtukudzi’s passing really had me in my feels all week long. I was emo for various reasons. The main one being that Zimbabwean president Emmerson Mnangagwa declared Tuku a national hero.
WINDHOEK-A trio of talented young multi-genre singers of Bravo-B, James 10 and Y-Boy, who founded the Brave Gang music label in 2017, are doing well, and currently taking the music industry by storm with their music.
WINDHOEK- The 21-year-old local and international model, Ester Shifotoka, says modeling has shaped her into the woman she is today.
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, the temptation to spoil that someone special in your life is top of the list right now, with not everyone wanting to splurge on the usual bunch of flowers.
WINDHOEK - Ashwyn Mberi introduces the first edition of Night Under the Stars (Nuts) this Friday at the Goethe-Institut Namibia.
I love how corporates who move into new office spaces still leave signage at the old offices for months informing clients that they moved to a new place. Its common sense isn’t it? It does not even cost you an arm and a leg.
WINDHOEK-Hailing from Rundu in the Kavango East region, Hidipo Katewa, might have been the gentleman you heard on your radio or seen on your television screen without knowing who he really is.
WINDHOEK-If you want to enjoy good food and drinks with friends and loved one in the most soothing open-air environs, then look no further than The Garden Inn.
WINDHOEK- It is obvious that the late South African township music disco king, Dan Tshanda, has secured quite a following in Namibia. This was quite clear when a small but significant crowd of his fans gathered to pay tribute to him at the Tura Zone Car Wash in Katutura on Friday.
It is no secret that Namibia has produced some of the world’s best sportsmen, beauty queens, artists and musicians - one of them undeniably bluesman ‘Riaan Smit’ who has recently settled in the Cayman Islands, playing on international stages and doing what he does best - entertaining.
WINDHOEK-Seasoned self-taught hairstylist, Fransina Nikodemus, popularly known as Fluffy, says she is working on building a client base and to be the best hairdressers in the country.
WINDHOEK - In celebration of the 29th Namibian independence anniversary, the National Art Gallery of Namibia (NAGN) is inviting all creative artists to submit their artworks to be exhibited at the gallery.
Can we cut graphic designers some slack? I mean I know they have their own weird way of going about things but come on mense; they are an important stakeholder in the entertainment and advertising industries.
WINDHOEK - In association with Concerts South Africa (SA), indie-folk singer and songwriter, Shotgun Tori, makes a comeback this year in the Land of the Brave with her tour, Where We Left It Off.
WINDHOEK - One of the youngest nail technicians, Martha Kambala, who established the Kambala Beauty Care late, last year, says she wants to see her business growing into an empire by the end of this year.
WINDHOEK - Award winning songstress, Colleen Tjikune, aka Chikune, intents bouncing back to claim her spot as one of the best female musicians in the country.
WINDHOEK-Remembering the legacy of the late South African musician, Dan Tshanda, who passed away on January 5 to heart failure, Okakarara residents are having a Farwell Bash for the late Disco music legend, at Tate Sammy’s Beer House No. 2 today.
WINDHOEK - It’s game on with a special sports movie channel in February and March. In 2018, DStv channel 109 became the home of several not-to-be-missed curated television events, including some sizzling themed movie pop-up channels.
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WINDHOEK - After a successful entertainment initiative by Oteya and friends at local hangout spot Chopsis last year, the show has returned this year by popular demand.
Windhoek- Applications for Kasi Vibe Volume 5 are now open. The deadline for applications is January 15. Potential exhibitors can apply via the website - www.kasivibenamibia.com. The event will to take place at the Sam Nujoma Stadium on March 1-3 this year.
Windhoek - Four-year-old Namibian child model and kid actress Rose Bimpe says while 2018 has been a challenging year as she struggled to book good gigs or appear in international movies as she planned, she said she is grateful that she used the year consistently contacting film producers and children production houses in South Africa, London, Ghana, Nigeria and the United States (US).
WINDHOEK - Albertina Alberto (17) from Tsumeb Senior Secondary School was crowned Miss High School North 2018, during a prestigious pageant held at the Ekamuti Lodge in Ondangwa over the festive season.
WINDHOEK-Beauty queen, youth activist and marketing student Christiana Gure has been selected to represent the Land of the Brave at the 45th edition of the Miss Intercontinental pageant taking place in Manila, Philippines this month.
WINDHOEK - The rising young rap star Victor Moses popularly known, as Vikta Juiceboy is not new to the music industry. Many have known him for featuring alongside big artists in the country such as Exit, Sunny Boy, Neslow and ML.
WINDHOEK-Talented Hip-hop and Kwaito (Hikwa) artist Sunday Shipushu, aka Sunny Boy, says he has plans to be a professional actor in the near future, and wants to register for acting classes through the College of the Arts (COTA).
The Minister of Sport (s) Hon Erastus Uutoni has rightly called some of the national sports bodies to order. Notably the NFA and NRU – our intelligent readers know these acronyms by now and for this sake, let’s stick to the NRU and their uphill battle.
If your friend is an entertainer, I need you to understand a few things. First things first, festive season is peak season for your entertainer friend. You need to understand that an entertainer’s working hours and demands are largely different from the ordinary hibba.
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Local artists have gone out of their way to release albums that will be roasting the airwaves this festive season.
Shapumba David Shikalepo, Exit, is Namibia’s Kwaito genius. From lifting up the Namibia Annual MUSIC Awards (NAMAs)’s Most Disciplined Artist trophy in the past years to cling Best Kwaito award that he currently holds,
Renowned television radio personality, Ilke Platt, has more than 15 years of experience in the corporate media industry. Platt has established her very own PR company, Poiyah Media, that striving to not only boost image/brand, but most importantly reputation of entrepreneurs on a professional level.
D-Naff, real name Naftalie Shigwedha Amukwelele is a former street gangster turned multiple award winning gospel rapper known as D-Naff, who sings inspirational gospel classics.
Spoken Word artist Esperance Luvindao is a gifted poetess. Many may know her from the Namibia Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) stage but Esperance writes poetry to speak about death, rape and depression in contemporary environment.
Real name Gustaf Sheehama, popularly known as DJ Gee is a radio personality who has been a long-time music lover. Growing up in Okando village in the Omusati Region, DJ Gee has five years of media experience.
The second season of the Voice of Namibia singing competition is in full swing, with a selection of 25 finalists competing for the grand 2019 title ‘showdown’.
Moses Shivakola-Mberira, founding member and regional film development executive of the Filmmakers Association of Namibia (FAM), will participate in an information tour to Germany within the framework of the 69th Berlin International Film Festival.
The year-end holidays are finally here, and if you are down at the coast, what better way to enjoy an ocean fresh seafood platter, whilst sitting at your favourite restaurant soaking up the atmosphere.
Its festive season and crooked event’s organisers are out to play. Allow me to help you with a straightforward guide to a well-organised event that will be worth your money.
A local movie, Tick Tock, aimed at raising awareness against Gender Based Violence (GBV) was launched last Friday at the American Cultural Centre to a full house.
The Portuguese Fisherman Restaurant opened its doors over the weekend, will be offering quality food easily rivalling that of other restaurants around, and competitive prices.
SWAKOPMUND -Visiting the coast does not only mean partying up a storm or visiting the beach as the whole coastal offers other forms of fun that is educative and thrilling recreational activities that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
SWAKOPMUND - Walvis Bay and Henties Bay offer unique recreational activities and can be a good escape especially judging by the fact that Swakopmund will once again be fully packed this festive season.
LÜDERITZ - Different BnBs, restaurants and hotels here are ready up for the festive season with decanted menus reminding residents and visitors alike of the beauty of the town’s deliciously well-prepared meals. Hear it from the horses’ mouths – as some restaurant and hotel owners share what they are offering this festive season.
Talented fashion designer Foibe Shitaatala is ready for her first ever “Gloss Fashion Show”.
Singing and dancing has always been part of the Ovahimba way of life, and more so now that they are putting their unique culture on show in Swakopmund, where in their own lifestyle ‘village’, they regularly perform to tourists and locals as a means of make a living.
Finally, Miss Rose, the singer many are said to have been waiting for, has arrived with her debut album, Ohole Yandje releasing this week.
Namibian entertainers are starting to consider public relations a serious exercise. As an industry insider, I can only be happy about the latest trend of media launches and listening parties. Though still not sure whether it is artists themselves who initiate this or their management teams. But regardless it’s great for the development of the industry.
To unlock the creative potential in people, the National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN) is offering artists, individuals and organisations, such as the Home of the Arts (HOTA), funding.
A year-end collaboration between Gondwana Collection Namibia and local musician Savannah Collins has resulted in a holiday themed song, Namibia my friend, being released this Sunday.
The reigning Miss Republic of Namibia, Ndilyowike Haipinge, is currently in Poland to compete for the Miss Supranational 2018 today.
The annual Miss Okalongo and Trade Expo scheduled for December 20 – 22 promises bigger and exciting things this year. The event, now its sixth edition, is purely aimed at growing the town and attracting potential business investments to the town of Okalongo, situated in Oshikuku Constituency in the Omusati Region.
The Summer and Vintage wear collection is the main attraction at the first ever Swakopmund Fashion Week, taking place at different venues in Swakopmund tonight and tomorrow night.
MAUN-Despite its ruthless sun, Maun is a beautiful scenery for blissful fun. From November 24, artists from around the world descended on the small town of Maun, Botswana for a week long Art Festival.
WINDHOEK – Miss Namibia, Selma Kamanya (22) last Thursday landed in Bangkok, Thailand, where contestants are getting to know each other during the first week of arrival ahead of the Miss Universe beauty pageant scheduled for December 16. Upon her departure, Kamanya in her briefing revealed her national costume of Miss Universe 2018, depicting an inspiration of building a diamond generation.
To produce better content and attract customers, the chief executive officer (CEO) of MultiChoice Africa Group, Calvo Mawela, says they will continue to improve their services for the better, and this time they want to focus more on African content and invest in their online offering.
Music is beautiful and it is no different with house. Regardless of how beautiful the house genre is, I still cannot listen to it all night in the club or at an event. In fact, I cannot listen to a singular genre all night. I am a Namibian. This means I am a multi-cultured entertainer and follower of music. However, that is not the point that I am trying to bring across today. I actually want to commend the music that is coming out of Namibian studios in terms of house.
The big winner on the night was actress Thembsie Matu, who walked away with the Favourite Actress award and the big prize, DStv Ultimate Favourite Viewers’ Choice.
Local youthful drama titled Tick-Tock about abuse in modern relationships is scheduled for screening at the American Cultural Centre on December 6.
Eleven Damara Punch artists including Damara Punch music princess Ousie Bulan, Audrey, Lazzlam, Lanny Boy, Imelda, !Garibasen,Imelda, Eddies and Namibian Music Awards winner (Nama) Damara Dik Ding (Damalokieboy) are amongst artists to perform at the Immanuel Ruiters Hall in Walvis Bay tonight during J-Tears, /Uniga //Oas (Last Kiss) first album launch.
They are working women and young mothers on a busy schedule, who have empowered themselves through a liberating fashion design course, learning how to make their own clothes, glam up their wardrobe, and even earn some extra money.
Oviritje singer, Cholla Kakazona Kavari, is back in the country, after ten years in the United Kingdom and is live tonight at the Khomasdal Community Hall.
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WINDHOEK – Preparations for the popular and highly anticipated Miss High School North are in full gear. The grand finale of the beauty pageant has been scheduled for December 19 at Ekamuti Lodge in Ondangwa. Now in its sixth edition, the pageant this year is hosted under the theme, Self-love is a result of self-acceptance. Ten finalists from
WINDHOEK - I Am the Key Children Media has announced the top three winning stories online for the Namibian Children Writing Competition.
WINDHOEK – 061Music group has released its long-awaited album titled ‘Nothing but Beautiful Music’, which the group described as a collection of vibrant music.
Namibian musicians need to understand that radio presenters and journalists have bosses they report to. Every media house has procedures that are designed to measure and monitor work done by radio presenters and journalists.
Renowned music group, Matongo Family, is aiming at raising N$400 000 tonight in the Katutura Community Hall to renovate a hall building that has been standing for the past 54 years.
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The third edition of the Windhoek Fashion Week concluded over the weekend with a mosaic of local and international designers showing off their well-crafted designs
Gospel duo Franklin and Dee’A are release Church in Session tonight at Koi in Windhoek.
Stamping her mark on the local disc-jockey industry, Rosalia David, aka Dj Roxy, and one of the best female Djs in the country, is teaming up with various local artists to release a smash hit for December.
Angela Prusa has come a long way from her Omaruru roots where she was born and raised. Transforming herself since from a country girl, into an alternative world traveller on a humanitarian mission.
Big Ben’s new album, 102, is out today. The album is a collection of songs that shows the kind of conflict that Big Ben is going through as he tries to redefine a sound for himself.
Namibian child model, rising star and aspiring actress, Rose Bimpe (4) has reached another milestone in her acting career after featuring in a video posted on the FinMango website.
WINDHOEK – Miss Namibia, Selma Kamanya, says the prestigious title has poised her to support causes close to her heart such as art and women empowerment.
I don’t understand why we do not have a big graveyard shift culture in Namibia. Graveyard shift is the general term coined for any time slot after midnight and before 6am on radio. Correct me if I am wrong but no one is currently on the graveyard shift in Namibia. You’re welcome to tweet your correction to me.
The 061MUSIC label is preparing for the launch of their album Nothing But Beautiful Music
Upcoming gifted kwaito artist, Dense Mashaba, has released his first ever debut album titled Oshikulumbwati, translating into Boldness, which speaks of his life’s struggles and challenges to become what he is today.
Local professional make-up artist, Nancy Shafa, also known as Rejoice, has added two more eye shadow products known as Slay Queen Pallet and Fierce Palate, to her Prestige Beauty make-up brand.
Singer and filmmaker, Jesaja Angula, AKA J Bentley, is working on a film titled Vambo Lokasie, to seal what he claims is his brand. He has already released an album with the same title.
Combining beauty with the love for endangered wildlife is all in a day’s work for the radiant Miss Namibia Selma Kamanya, who was recently invited by VARTA Namibia to visit the Rare & Endangered Species Trust (REST) - a sanctuary just outside of Outjo.
WINDHOEK - Visual arts graduates from the University of Namibia (Unam) are opening their exhibition this year at the National Art Gallery of Namibia (NAGN) main gallery this Thursday.
WINDHOEK - The Matongo Family caught everybody by surprise when they dropped their new album titled Encore with a new video featuring Maszanga.
Last week I gave credit to radio in Namibia for bringing sustainable initiatives to the listener. It’s almost festive season and I think I should continue with the good vibes. This week I almost felt compelled to highlight an incredibly key stakeholder to the entertainment industry…advertising agencies!
Fashion shows have always held their audience captivated, as leggy models strut their stuff on the catwalk wearing designer clothes and amazing outfits that inspires you to shake up your closet and trends.
The 22-year-old ambitious and dedicated model, Joanne Stephanie Leonie /Nanus, says her first international pageant in China will remain a beautiful lifetime experience for her.
Film director and scriptwriter, Leon Mubiana, will be screening six of his short films publicly next Friday at the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC).
The College of the Arts (COTA) and The FirstRand Namibia Foundation Trust last Thursday inaugurated two brand new kilns - valued at N$135 000 and funded by the FirstRand Foundation.
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Fishman has released a 16-track album, Man in the Mirror, under his new record label, Numba Busy.
Performing his much celebrate rumba-feel song, Butterflies, with his band, Elemotho brought a message of healing and growth, dedicated to those suffering in one way or the other so that through the song they can heal and move on.
Commercial and award winning male model, Dennis Hendricks, is working hard to carve a niche for himself as one of the best male models, locally and internationally.
WINDHOEK – South African acapella group, The Soil speaking to New Era after their amazing performance at Windhoek Jazz Festival on Saturday, said “We felt emotional when people started singing back to us.”
Salute be to all radio stations that have genuine sustainable initiatives aimed at having a positively impact on their listeners. I have been listening to radio with a keen interest for the last three months and all I see is a Namibian radio trying to better the life of the ordinary Namibian.
More local artists will perform at the Hage Geingob Rugby Stadium on November 24 during the Ivyson Tour.
For DJ Sebby, real name Seblon Andreas, success in radio comes with respect oneself as a presenter, and one’s listeners.
With just weeks away from the much-celebrated festive season, market time is in full swing again with stalls on full display, encouraging shoppers to stock up on treats and goodies well ahead of the rush.
The creative Leena Shipwata (23), a model and trainer, MC, as well as event organiser, is passionate about art in all its different forms.
Best Male Artist of the Year, Superstar Kalux as he refers to himself, is finally dropping his long-awaited fourth album titled Flight Ticket, his first studio album tonight.
Award winning scriptwriter, director, producer and actress, Jenny Kandenge, is staging her new play, Sisters at the National Theatre of Namibia (NTN) Backstage tonight.
Ruby the Pigeon, who has been nominated in two categories of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), feels honoured.
Jutta Curschmann (82) a resident of Huis Sonder Sorge in Okahandja, an old age home, has scooped the first prize of the Eat Wild competition.
A Jazzy mood is all over the capital in anticipation of one of the Mecca musical events of the year in Namibia, the Windhoek Jazz Festival tomorrow at the Independence Stadium in Olympia.
Video: Ruby the Pigeon bags 2 AFRIMA nominations
Senia Shipo (25), owner of Fashion Wins clothing shop and a teacher by profession, is expanding her fashion business and her brand countrywide.
Mense, its 2018. How do we still think that it’s cool to perform last in 2018? Why is there this push and pull with performing last amongst artists?
Namibian artist EEs, real name Eric Sell, is Germany’s X-Factor winner taking the crown at last Saturday’s show.
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There are few musicians around, who can boast an active music career spanning well over four decades while playing in more bands than one can dream off - and drummer Hartmut Wenk is one of them.
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