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Mavutu conversations – Breast cancer: The silent monster 
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Mavutu conversations – Breast cancer: The silent monster 

Breast cancer is a silent, often misunderstood threat that lurks close to many women, particularly in rural communities where awareness and access to healthcare are limited. This lack of discussion and understanding of breast cancer in such areas has profound consequences. Not only does it lead to delayed diagnosis and treatment, but it also perpetuates...

Sharpley trades pageantry for bodybuilding
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Sharpley trades pageantry for bodybuilding

After conquering the pageantry world, former Miss Namibia Cassia Sharpley left tongues wagging during an impressive performance at the bodybuilding competition, Iron House Classics.  The recent bodybuilding competition took place at the Wanderers Sports Field, where the former beauty queen secured the titles in the Bikini category as well as the overall Women’s Championship.  Sharpley...

Haimbala shines in The Philippines
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Haimbala shines in The Philippines

Miss Earth Namibia 2024, Albertina Haimbala, made remarkable progress at the Miss Earth Universe by making it to the top 12, competing with more than 70 other pageant queens for the crown. Also known as Tina among her friends and supporters, the marketing student said she would not have reached that level in the competition...

MTC Windhoek Fashion Week a celebration of African style
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MTC Windhoek Fashion Week a celebration of African style

The ninth edition of MTC Windhoek Fashion Week (MTCWFW) concluded on a stylish note, showcasing the best of Namibian and African fashion.  Held at Maerua Mall, the four-day event featured a diverse line-up of 40 designers – from seasoned veterans to newcomers. Local designers like Moon Goddess Design Studio, Sirenga, and Zuriel by Luis Munana...

Local content-creators honoured 
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Local content-creators honoured 

The DStv Content-Creators’ Awards took place at the National Theatre of Namibia on Saturday. The awards were the first of their kind in the country, and featured 20 categories. Winners included Martin Pombili for Comedy Content-Creator of the Year, DJ Vuyo for Song of the Year, The Aoxamubs YouTube Channel scooped the YouTube Channel of...

Uncommon sense – Winds of change sweeping across the world
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Uncommon sense – Winds of change sweeping across the world

If the election outcomes in South Africa, Botswana, and now the USA are not clearly pointing to something, one would not know what else to do.  It has not been clearer that there is a great and fundamental spiritual transformation going on in the entire world. The truth of the matter is that, at some point, the world seemed to have forgotten that...

Namibia films on the rise … Lubinda to premiere on kykNet
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Namibia films on the rise … Lubinda to premiere on kykNet

Despite the usual and several challenges in filmmaking in Namibia, actor Harmony Ahalwa strongly believes the industry is on the rise. Creatives have to do what it takes to be at the top, as there are tonnes of talent and potential. He plays the antagonist role of Pikes in Lubinda, a locally produced film that...

Damara dress well-represented
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Damara dress well-represented

The ninth edition of the MTC Windhoek Fashion Week kicked off at Maerua Mall on Wednesday, with the Damara Horokhoes’ ladies showcasing their dresses. Former Miss Namibia Jameela Uiras was among the Damara women who represented the Horokhoes (dress). The exhibition, entitled ‘Trails of the Damara Horokhoes,’ commenced the week’s activities. The Damara Horokhoes showcase...

Erongo school honours late director through anthem
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Erongo school honours late director through anthem

Isabel Bento SWAKOPMUND – After seven years of existence, the John |Awaseb primary school at Swakopmund has finally introduced its first-ever school anthem. Composed by renowned choral music composer Roger Nautoro, who is also an Arts Extension Officer in the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture, the song is a tribute to the legacy of...