As much as everyone seems to be so concerned about the quiet ill mental health pandemic, it seems also as if no one wants to acknowledge and address its root cause. Lately, just a brief browse and scroll on social media paints a picture of a society spiraling into self-destruction, both individually and collectively. Social...
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Miss Erongo Expo sets sights on community
For Walvis Bay teenager Hailey van Wyk, who was recently crowned Miss Erongo Expo, beauty is more than a crown. It is an opportunity to reach out and serve the broader community, make an impact on the less fortunate, and speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves. Van Wyk (19) was crowned during...
Mavutu Conversations – Next year, same time, same place
As we end this year and finally bring it to a close, I am truly reflecting not only on the months that have passed, but also on the conversations I have shared with you all. For me, writing throughout the year has been a process of constant listening, questioning, and holding space for stories that...
Introducing Kwaii
Monika Amunyela Mzaki & Nestro are ready to release their new single Chinja on Friday, 19 December 2025. Thetrack will debut on all major streaming platforms and marks the official arrival of a uniquely Namibian sound that the artists have been developing for more than a year. Group member Sean Nesho says Chinja represents not...
Emie’s Beauty Spa sparked by survival
When the odds seemed stacked against her, 25-year-old Emilia Emvula chose to rise through creativity and courage. Today, her small but steadily growing business, Emie’s Beauty Spa at Ekuku in Oshakati, stands as proof that survival can inspire purpose. Emvula, a soft-spoken yet determined young entrepreneur, said the idea of starting a spa was born...
David Mbeha connects Namibia and China
In a recently published TV interview with China Global Television Network (CGTN) David Mbeha shared insights into his decision to move from Africa to China, his career evolution, and his vision for bridging cultures through digital creativity and media. Mbeha is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration in China, while seeking a shift towards...
Ma/Gaisa rumble heads to Swakopmund
Another star-studded second edition of the Rumble in the City is headed to the coast next weekend. This time, it is themed “Ma/Gaisa Rumble at the Coast.” Sendelly !Gonteb, who is part of the organising committee, told VIBEZ! that preparations have been going very well, as this time they plan on hosting a Sunday edition. ...
Swakopmund Fashion Week dazzles …opens doors for mentorship, sustainability
Adolf Kaure The 2025 Swakopmund Fashion Week (SFW) left fashionistas and fashion lovers mesmerised by the dazzling display of an array of stunning garments. From start to finish, the event, which took place from 4 to 6 December, showed immense talent. According to organiser Christ Laolange Shameulu, the showstopping event was a resounding success and...
Uncommon sense – There is no going back (Ihaishunako)
Once you experience and realise that life is all about energy, frequency, and vibration, there is no going back. Once you realise that you create your life experience in real time with every thought and information you consume in real time, you will think twice at every second of your life. You will eventually start...
Rising flavours with Tasty Delights
In a culinary scene where franchises often dominate, one young Namibian is proving that passion, patience, and a pinch of courage can still create something truly flavourful. Thirty-five-year-old Elizabeth Ongaleni Ihuema, born in Tsumeb and now based in Windhoek, is the heart behind Tasty Delights. This growing food venture has quickly become a favourite among...








