Local musicians have expressed frustration and disappointment with the practices of certain music producers in the country. Many artists claim to have faced delays, lost files and outright disregard for their projects, despite significant financial investments. “It’s a recurring issue. We pour our hearts and souls into our music – only to be met with...
On Friday night at Et Cetera in Windhoek, rapper Latoya Mwoombola, known as Lioness, launched her third studio album, “If Not in This Life.” The album has 13 tracks produced bylocal producers. The launch was attended by her fellow artists, DJs and producers. In the same vein, the last edition of the Dr Hage Geingob...
For years, I tried to sensitise Namibians through my work on this column, that the creative arts is more than just music. Because that’s been the common perception for years. Let’s call kapana, kapana please. In the land of the brave, music is the only form of creative art mos, kama. Everything else under the...
Last weekend, Zoo Park was bustling with activities as the organisers of the fourth edition of the Otjomuise Live Arts Festival 2024 (OLAF), known as the MOVE! Edition, hosted community members to support local artists and celebrate their stories through dance. Zacharia “Xallamo” Gariseb (27), expressed that growing up in a musical family immersed him...
Sometimes, I believe that we allow shame to creep into us. Have you ever heard the phrase, ‘Ask around, I have no shame?. I am a firm believer in that phrase. However, recently, I have come to almost go against it. Growing up, as a woman, we were allowed to carry shame with us everywhere,...
With all the things going on in the world, the wars, inflation and the high cost of living, it is easier to find ourselves between a stone and a hard place. Although we may be courageous and hopeful, it is only a matter of time until we become overwhelmed, and feel like the world is...
Namibian cinema has welcomed a remarkable new film, ‘Speel Aan.’ This poignant narrative follows the journey of Peter Cloete, a high school football coach whose life is irrevocably altered by a tragic incident. Produced by MultiChoice Namibia, in partnership with The Collective and Desert Film Productions, ‘Speel Aan’ is a significant component of the eagerly-awaited...
Namibian musician Strauss Lunyangwe, popularly known as Mr Makoya, will today unveil his newest single, titled ‘Almal,’ which was recently recorded in the United States of America. The term ‘Almal’ conveys a message of unity, encouraging individuals to come together, raise their hands high, and stand confidently despite any challenges they face. Speaking to VIBEZ!,...
A local short film titled Momeya, crafted and produced by Ndakalako Shilongo received two accolades at the recently concluded Bantu Film Festival in Gaborone, Botswana. The film was honoured with awards for Best Costume Design and Make-Up as well as Best Cinematography. The festival, which took place from 8 to 12 October, served as a...
The Otjomuise Live Arts Festival (Olaf) has been transforming the city’s cultural landscape through the universal language of dance. Now in its fourth year, the edition started on Wednesday ending on Saturday and brought a variety of dance performances, workshops and interactive showcases to public spaces around the city. This year’s festival featured 14 diverse performances,...