I wish to ground this discussion in a current issue: the cancellation of a visit by one of the world’s most popular digital influencers, IShowSpeed, to Namibia. This is a blow to an already stagnant creative sector and a missed opportunity for tourism and global visibility. For some time, I have reflected on the world’s...
ROSALIA SHIKULO, better known by her stage name Miss Rose, released her latest project. It blends storytelling, social commentary and emotional depth in a way that resonates far beyond the screen. In the video, Miss Rose flips a familiar festive-season narrative shared humorously about disappearing partners, especially men, who reappear only after the holiday has...
Now that I have introduced you to Mavutu Conversations, it is about time we properly establish who this column is really for. I enjoy writing these articles because I know, somewhere out there, there is a young girl who needs to hear these words. Sometimes she does not know she needs them yet, but she...
Monika Amunyela By day, Thomas Amakali is a project accountant immersed in spreadsheets, deadlines and management reports. Outside office hours, he is known as ‘Tate Matondo’, stepping into a completely different role as a comedian and content creator, whose relatable humour has earned him growing recognition. Originally from Ontananga in the Oshikoto region, Amakali’s early...
ONGWEDIVA – Frieda Shiloh Nakanyala, born in Swakopmund, is a qualified counsellor, singer and rising master of ceremonies (MC) whose journey into the entertainment industry is deeply rooted in faith, resilience and purpose. Known by many simply as Shiloh, she has steadily built a name for herself as a confident and engaging MC at various...
Monika Amunyela Simon Ndalulilwa, also known as Simon Da Great, is determined to make a name for himself in Namibia’s creative and sport industries. Born and raised in Windhoek, Ndalulilwa stands out as more than just a DJ; he is a vibe curator, a university student, and a competitive rugby player. He describes himself as...
As with everything else, it is only right that this year starts off with a greeting. A greeting that brings warmth, kindness, and love to all humankind. A greeting that comes as a reminder to rekindle and recalibrate our minds and hearts for a better world. The greeting that brings and resurfaces the compassion that...
Monika Amunyela Directed by Lucia Kim Hamunghete, the film brings together passionate local creatives to tell a modern love story that celebrates love across cultural lines. Crossover Hearts is scheduled for release on 31 January at 20:00 on Zambezi Magic, a platform that showcases African stories to a wide audience. The key crew includes producer...
Can one still say compliments for the new year? I am not sure if there is actually a universal agreement to when it should be deemed cringe to even say it out loud in public. I, however, feel that there is still time to say this and not be embarrassed about it. This year for...
Namibia stands at defining crossroads. For decades, our economy has been anchored by mining, tourism, agriculture, and related sectors that keep the country running. These industries matter, and they will continue to matter. Yet the world is shifting rapidly, and our thinking around where sustainable livelihoods come from also needs to evolve. One of the...