Charmaine Boois MARIENTAL – Raymond Awaseb, affectionately known as ‘Lollipop’ to the people of Mariental, has been a cornerstone of his community’s musical life for years. The former Namibia Premier League footballer’s journey is a testament to unsung artists’ often-unseen struggles and triumphs, for who influence and recognition are sparse. The 50-year-old artist has...
Created by longtime friends Sally Jason and Leratho Kanime, ‘A’Felende’ is a gripping drama series that follows the lives of four Namibian women navigating personal and professional challenges in the city of Windhoek. The show stars a local cast, such as Fresh FM Radio presenter Charlene “Chazz” Mubita, TikTok sensation Mucky Haushona, breakout actress Otja Kooper,...
Music lovers were disappointed when local artist Lazarus Shiimi, known as Gazza, failed to hit the stage at the Iconic Music Festival in Windhoek last weekend as was promised by event organisers, Mindscape Events. Gazza was part of the line-up of artists set to perform at the music event where South African artists Kwesta and...
A heated clash erupted between Namibian rapper Mega Slaughterhouse and South African amapiano artist Meneer Cee over the remix of the former’s song, ‘Pikkewyne.’ The controversy has sparked strong reactions from Namibian fans, who are rallying behind Slaughterhouse. The conflict was sparked by Mega’s discovery that Meneer Cee had released his (Mega’s) song on his (Meneer’s)...
Shall we continue what I started about two months ago? So, every month, I have got this thing where I share a personal playlist of Namibian music. This is something I promised to do every month. But as usual, evidently, there is a need to add a bit of a disclaimer: This list that I...
Namibian fashion designers Armando van Wyk and Jody Claasen are representing the country at the prestigious Batho Fashion Week in Gaborone, Botswana. This significant opportunity was a result of the strategic partnership signed last year between MTC Windhoek Fashion Week and Batho Fashion Week, with the goal of fostering collaboration and strengthening ties in the...
In the words of my favourite female literary writer Buchi Emecheta, I too like to tell people who ask me about my stance on feminism that I am a feminist with a small f. Reading ‘In the Ditch’ (1979) is a great start to understand her work. The debate on whether I am a feminist...
In today’s interconnected world, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. From sharing selfies on Instagram to posting thoughts on Twitter, these platforms have revolutionised how we communicate and express ourselves. However, while some societies leverage social media for meaningful discourse and innovation, others remain ensnared in a look-at-me culture that misses the...
Pricilla Mukokobi Heather Erdmann Maria Beukes, a retiree, discovered a newfound passion in hat-making. Her journey into the world of millinery began unexpectedly while attending a wedding planner course in Johannesburg. Beukes (54) said business is good, and she is able to make a living through Ladyee hats. “I was intrigued by the hat-making course...
MTC Windhoek Fashion Week has announced that Namibian fashion designers Armando van Wyk and Jody Claasen will be representing the country at the prestigious Batho Fashion Week in Gaborone, Botswana, on 5 and 6 September. This landmark opportunity comes as a result of a strategic partnership signed last year between MTC Windhoek Fashion Week and...