When she stepped into the art gallery in Linz, Austria, recently, surrounded by her work, Namafu Amutse felt immense joy, pride and humbleness, a reminder of why she is a visual artist. The creative’s work is centred on telling stories of black people in ways that feel honest and layered. Amutse is fascinated by the...
In what was billed as another night of celebration and another historic milestone achievement, Lazarus Shiimi, affectionately known as Gazza, has postponed his highly anticipated 2.0 Milli concert to next year. The concert was scheduled to take place at the Sam Nujoma stadium, which is currently undergoing renovations and is closed to the public. Completion...
ONGWEDIVA – It was a night to remember at Truth House Entertainment here on Saturday, as South African hitmaker Basaka, best known for his chart-topping single ‘Waya Waya’ set the stage on fire with his electrifying performance. From the moment he stepped onto the stage, the crowd erupted in excitement, singing along to every lyric...
Hilma Nalupe The Otjomuise Live Arts Cultural Festival (Olaf) took place Last week at the Zoo Park in Windhoek. A collaborative effort between the National Theatre of Namibia (NTN) and the Goethe Institute. Olaf is a public arts festival that brings art into the community by showcasing a variety of artworks and pieces throughout Windhoek....
Monika Amunyela The hum of a nail drill and dramatic chatter fill a studio tucked away in Otjomuise as 23-year-old student Hilya Nangolo, better known as ‘Nails by Maano’ does what she loves most, beautifying nails. Originally from Endola village in the Ohangwena region, Nangolo’s story started as a simple hobby she picked up in...
Hilma Nalupe The 7th edition of Katutura Fashion Week (KFW) was recently launched at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre in Windhoek, with the main runway events scheduled to take place from 20 to 22 November, at the same venue. Founded in 2019, the fashion event has experienced significant growth. The event now features all 14 regions...
As the year is nearing its end, I want to talk about something that not many people talk about, especially in spaces where it’s not really celebrated out loud: ‘Sisterhood’. I may be speaking for all of us when I say this, but many of the phases I faced this year and even in the...
Okahandja songstress Sylvia Haoses was crowned the winner of season four of the Next Ma/Gaisa Star at a thrilling, packed National Theatre of Namibia. Emerging as the shining star from a 500 group of hopeful singers, Haoses was visibly overwhelmed with shock, gratitude and joy. “Winning this year’s competition feels like a dream come true....
Pinehas Pinehas Youth are taking steps to improve mental health through various formats and platforms. “Tent City Festival is a brand-new two-day event set to take place on the 28 and 29 November, combining fun, competitions, music and community impact,” says Lungile Mathupi, one of the event organisers. “We wanted a normal tent event, with...
Something profound is stirring in Namibia’s cultural landscape. From 24 to 29 November, Windhoek will transform into a space of exchange and awakening as KIFA Week 2025, the Kalahari International Festival of the Arts, unfolds across the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC), the College of the Arts Theatre School (COTA), and the National Library of Namibia....