For Ellistine Morris (29), a born-again Christian, mother and native of Keetmanshoop, being last year’s Miss Namibia pageant make-up artist in Lüderitz was more than just a glamorous moment. It was a life-changing moment of divine purpose. Morris, who had the opportunity to do makeup for the Miss Namibia finalists during the crowning ceremony, described...
Since 13 May, the powerful sounds of African Vocals have been resonating across Germany, captivating audiences with their raw emotion, goosebumps, rich harmonies and soul-stirring performances. Joel Nambuli, the group coordinator, said although they have been exposed to many cities and cannot pinpoint a favourite, some of the highlights were singing in Cologne Cathedral for a midday...
Ster Kinekor at Grove Mall in Windhoek was abuzz with smiles, appreciation, reflection, admiration, and laughter as former first lady Monica Geingos premiered her long-awaited documentary, titled “Lead From Where You Are: The Journey of the Office of the First Lady” (2015–2024). The event brought together notable members of the community, with Vice President Lucia...
Every year, I embark on a series to keep things interesting in this column. Recent examples are ‘OTU’ and ‘NSK’s monthly favs’, etc. ‘OTU’ was a series that focused on emerging talent. ‘NSK’s monthly fav’s was the sharing of my personal Namibian music playlist that I would feature in my private and personal spaces. Boys and girls, young and old…...
Monika Amunyela The National Housing Enterprise (NHE) will sponsor a N$750 000 house for the Miss Namibia winners from 2025 to 2028 as part of a package to elevate the pageant into one of the most prestigious platforms for young women in the country. The three-year agreement, effective from 01 June 2025 to 01 June...
Otjisazu Guest Farm, located near Okahandja, holds deep historical and cultural significance. Otjisazu Guest Farm is one of Namibia’s oldest farms. It was once the site of key events in the country’s colonial and liberation-era history. The area was a vital centre for early OvaHerero-German interactions and still bears the legacy of these complex historical dynamics. When the old OvaHerero...
The brains behind the Kasie Vibe Festival are set to take on a new challenge and venture into comprehensive event management services. Founder of Kasie Vibe Williebath Bomba Shigwedha told VIBEZ! that with years of extensive experience in organising and curating vibrant, impactful events, they are ready to open doors to fully plan, coordinate...
The MTC Windhoek Fashion Week (MTCWFW), Namibia’s leading fashion and lifestyle platform, has announced its 10th-anniversary edition, that will take place from 5 to 8 November 2025 under the theme ‘A Decade of Namibian Fashion and Made in Namibia.’ This year’s main venue is Maerua Mall, with pre-event activations hosted at the City of Windhoek,...
Activist Michael Amushelelo says the Namibian comedy industry is ‘a joke’ because of its severe lack of funding and support. Amushelelo says the true potential of comedy in Namibia is hindered by a general lack of appreciation for the art form. “In this country, we simply do not take the creative industries such as comedy...
What began as a warm evening of laughter at Vinyls Music Cafe in 2021, has grown into one of the most popular monthly customs in Windhoek. For more than three years, Savanna Comedy Hour, which was created by comic Aloys “Axarob” Murorua and event planner Vernon van Wyk, has regularly packed venues and delivered punchlines...