The MTC Namibia Content Creator Awards return for their second edition tomorrow. Organisers say preparations for tomorrow’s event in Windhoek are going smoothly, and they are putting the finishing touches to ensure it is even more memorable for both content creators and the audience. The MTC Namibia Content Creator Awards 2025 brings together creators, brands...
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Uncommon sense – Shake up or shape up
We often hear of people claiming that the earth has entered a new era – the age of the Aquarius. The claims are that, in this age and era, all that has been done in the dark and behind closed doors shall gradually and eventually be revealed. Some of us may have seen it as...
OYO launches 16 days of activism
Monika Amunyela The Ombetja Yehinga Organisation (OYO) officially launched its 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign for 2025 in Okahandja, bringing creativity, awareness and mobile health services directly into the community. The initiative is supported by the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany and Orange Babies. It aims to educate Namibians while...
Mavutu Conversations – Is net my bra
Last time, I wrote about friendships that help us navigate life and their different phases. I must say, the way many people received it reminded me that there are still communities of people who are fully willing to carry each other – friends who show up, friends who hold space, friends who do not scatter...
Wampitori capturing Namibia’s authenticity
Monika Amunyela Ludwig Nakale, better known as Shot by Pitori, a seasoned photographer, hails from Ondangwa in northern Namibia. His upbringing in Namibia’s towns and streets influenced his creative journey. “I grew up surrounded by real people, real struggle real beauty and that reality reflects in every frame I capture,” he shared. Nakale said this...
Unam graduates turn history into art
Monika Amunyela The National Art Gallery of Namibia (NAGN) opened its doors to the University of Namibia’s Visual Art Department graduates who exhibited art work that celebrates history and personal experiences. Opening the exhibition, Beau-Ann Ferris, the marketing and communication manager at NAGN highlighted the emotional depth behind the work on display, “the works you...
COTA Namibia’s Creative Hub
Pinehas K Pinehas The College of the Arts Namibia (COTA), the leading arts education institution, was founded in 1971 as a classical music conservatoire. This was revealed in an interview with the institution’s rector, Angelika Schroeder. Schroeder said the college started as a Windhoek conservatory, where classical music was practiced. This was based on an...
Swartbooi shines on Miss Universe stage
Pricilla Mukokobi Hilma Nalupe Poise, grace, confidence, and authenticity are some of the qualities exuding through Namibia’s stubborn dreamer, Johanna Swartbooi, as she struts the runway stage at the 74th Miss Universe in Pak Kret, Thailand. From the swimwear to the national costume, which pays homage to the craftsmanship of Namibia’s seven distinct indigenous groups...
Teacher, gospel singer inspires through music
ONGWEDIVA- Selma Naitsuwe Nelongo, a teacher and gospel artist, is touching hearts across Namibia with her uplifting gospel and powerful messages of faith. Nelongo started singing in Sunday school at a young age and later joined school choirs at Oshakati Senior Secondary School. She told VIBEZ! that when she moved to Windhoek for further studies...
Uncommon sense – In confusion, we trust
Although there may have been times before when humanity has found itself in confusion, today’s confusion is probably worse. Everyone may be pointing double fingers at others, but ultimately, we are all complicit. For instance, the electorate complains about politicians not fulfilling their promises, yet they keep voting the same people into power year after...








