As Namibia marks another year of independence, much of the national reflection is always centred on history. Everyone is talking about the struggles, the heroes, and the political milestones that shaped the country into what it is today. And please don’t get me wrong, while this reflection is necessary, it is equally important to examine...
Pricilla Mukokobi Isai Sipunga Namibia’s film industry has travelled a long road – from a time when outsiders largely told the country’s stories to an era in which Namibians are increasingly shaping their own narratives. Before 1990, filmmaking in Namibia was rare. Films shot in the country were often produced by South African or Western...
Adolf Kaure Music is recognised as the universal language which not only unites but also celebrates identity, heritage, and culture. As Namibia celebrates 36 years of independence, we take a walk down memory lane to some of the notable and iconic musical highlights before and after independence that have remained synonymous with the ‘Land of...
Adolf Kaure Over the years, the Namibian media landscape has developed significantly. As we approach the 36th anniversary of independence on 21 March 2026, this reflection highlights how the press has resonated through various aspects of daily life. Before independence, South West Broadcasting Corporation (SWABC) was our main source of daily news, with notable anchors...
Julia Kandjimbi is the founder of Ish Namibia, a design company whose journey began in 2017, when she was a first-year student at the College of the Arts (Cota), where she later obtained her Diploma in Fashion Design and Visual Applied Art. Upon completion, Kandjimbi balanced a full-time job with continued design work. A few...
Fishing lovers and families are invited to enjoy a fun and relaxing Easter weekend at Mavinga Lodge & Campsite, which will host its Easter Fishing Competition on Saturday, 4 April 2026. The lodge is located along the beautiful Kunene River, about 13 kilometres off the main road from NamPower Station in Ruacana. It is surrounded...
It seems almost redundant to talk about women-related issues. However, it is Women’s Month, and this is important. What I like about my generation of women is that they are openly talking about the women’s health issues they face. There are so many young girls today who will grow up with an abundance of information...
Government funding, which should be the primary promoter and funding source for the arts, is quite limited, and the structures in place are not yet the most efficient, according to composer Galilei Njembo. The tenor stated that he is not sure whether it was the best approach to combine the ministries of education, arts and...
Bridging generational gaps and igniting topical conversations are at the core of ‘Candid Conversations with Robyn Nakaambo’. The podcast focuses on inspirational stories from industry experts who share their experiences, wins and lessons, aiming to encourage the audience to reach for the stars regardless of circumstances. “As a purpose-driven media personality and a woman in...
For once, it was refreshing to see a local newspaper shedding light on pornography addiction and its possible repercussions on our society. However, the concern is that we will quietly read the article or maybe talk to someone about it, and that’s the end of it. This is most likely to happen because it seems...