Hilma Nalupe For Galilei Uajenenisa Njembo, music has always been more than just a passion. It has been his way of life since childhood. What started as a natural love for singing at age four gradually blossomed into a career that now makes him one of Namibia’s most exciting operatic voices. His journey has been...
The mental health issue has been a concern for some time now. Even after getting the intermittent attention it occasionally gets, its grip on our society’s neck continues at an unimaginable rate. Often, when the issue of mental health is part of the street discourse, it is just in general terms. It is simply minimised...
Ten months ago, Terence Raxa Pieters of the duo Tswazis released his solo debut single and video, titled ‘Oa /khi’. Recently, Eldazz Eldicko Geiseb, the other member, also released his new single, ‘Baby Come Back’, marking a new direction for each artist as they pursue individual paths. This progression showcases both members branching out while...
Six years ago, a cellphone video of a mother capturing her daughter driving a bicycle into a rugby pole went viral, and the words ‘My f*k, Marelize’ became part of the nation’s vocabulary. In the blink of an eye, everyone knew who the Horns of Windhoek, Namibia, were. This year, at the Silwerskerm Film Festival,...
Monika Amunyela The MTC Content Creator Awards, set to take place later this year, continue to spark conversations among Namibia’s creative community. With major brands like MTC and Savanna stepping in as sponsors, increased recognition of content creation signals industry growth, but some creators still have different views on the progress made and how much...
Heroes’ Day came and went, marked with speeches, wreaths, and reminders of the courage of those whose blood watered our freedom and fought for Namibia’s independence. We rightfully celebrate them, for without their sacrifice, we would not have the freedom we hold today, especially as millennials. But even as I listened to the commemorations, I...
GOBABIS – The Arts and Culture Festival, held recently at C. Heuva Secondary School in the Omaheke region’s Otjombinde Constituency, has been described as a resounding success. The event, spearheaded by the Division of Lifelong Learning, Arts and Culture in the education ministry, is primarily aimed at promoting and preserving arts and culture in all...
Auleria Wakudumo ONGWEDIVA- The Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair kicked off on Friday. The popular business event brings people together from all over the country and abroad to do business, celebrate culture and enjoy entertainment. From the moment it started, the fairgrounds were filled with visitors. The smell of kapana and other local foods filled the...
Namibia’s own Elaine Engelbrecht, crowned Miss Teen Namibia 2024 in July in Lüderitz, is preparing to represent the country at the Miss Teen International 2025 pageant in India from 23 to 31 August. She is set to leave today for India today. Engelbrecht will be flying the Namibian flag high as she competes with teenagers...
The European Union has once again brought the magic of cinema to Namibia through the EU Film Festival, showcasing local and European talent. This year, three Namibian films will be showcased alongside nine European productions from countries like Denmark, Spain, Germany, France, Italy, Portugal, Austria, Finland and the EU delegation. Among the highlights is a...