Let’s continue our monthly tradition of sharing a personal playlist of strictly Namibian music.As usual, evidently there is a need to add a disclaimer: The list that I share monthly is not a New Era list. It is not sanctioned by New Era or endorsed by the publication in any way. This list is not a...
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Elvo ploughs back to Rehoboth community
Music producer Elvo Diergaardt is a man on a mission as he recently established Empire Records, a new recording studio and training centre in his hometown of Rehoboth. Dr Mavovo, as he is known in music circles, is investing his musical knowledge into the community after he relocated from Windhoek last year. He told VIBEZ!...
International Girlfriend Day
August 1st§ was International Girlfriend Day. For those in romantic relationships, this day meant treating their girlfriends to flowers, making them feel extra special, and showering them with adoration. It was a day to go the extra mile to show appreciation and love. However, International Girlfriend Day also served another important purpose for many. It...
Seek greatness, not happiness
Today, the pursuit of happiness is often touted as the ultimate goal. We are bombarded with messages urging us to seek pleasure, comfort, and ease. “Follow your bliss,” we are told, as if happiness is a destination that can be reached if we only find the right path. Yet, paradoxically, many who chase happiness as...
Brace yourselves, Mafikizolo is coming
Award-winning duo Mafikizolo, consisting of composer Theo Kgosinkwe and lead singer Nhlanhla Mafu, will be the headline act at the Doc Jubber Hockey Field in Olympia next weekend. In an exclusive interview with this publication, the duo expressed happiness to return to the Land of the Brave, after a number of years to deliver another...
Mining Expo breaks records
The 11th Mining Expo and Conference, which concluded yesterday, has garnered remarkable support from exhibitors, breaking all previous records. This year, 199 exhibitors occupied 317 booths, up from 162 exhibitors and 268 booths at the preceding show in 2023. This represents a 22.8% increase in exhibitors, and an 18.3% increase in booth utilisation. During the...
Decolonise Roman-Dutch law in Namibia
The Administration of Justice Proclamation No. 21 of 1919, enacted in South West Africa, holds significant historical and legal importance. This proclamation, particularly Section 1(1), established Roman-Dutch law as the common law of the protectorate. The clause specifies that the Roman-Dutch law, as it existed and was applied in the province of the Cape of...
Lose the game, win the match
Recently, I heard snippets of a commencement speech that legendary tennis player Roger Federer gave to the graduates at Dartmouth University, USA. Anything he has to say should be listened to. He is, after all, one of the greatest tennis players of all times. Apart from his humble demeanour and inspirational words, what struck and...
Presidential legacies: lessons for the future
Since gaining independence in 1990, Namibia has navigated a complex political and economic landscape under the leadership of four presidents, each bringing unique styles and policies to the nation’s highest office. From Sam Nujoma’s revolutionary fervour to Hage Geingob’s technocratic pragmatism, these leaders have strived to build a unified nation, foster economic growth and address...
Feminist theory’s significance in contemporary politics
Feminist theory is a branch of sociology that endeavours to disrupt the status quo of patriarchal power and oppression. It also seeks to dismember the traditional structures that have always stood as stumbling blocks for women, preventing them from accessing equal power and opportunities enjoyed by their male counterparts. The feminist theory advocates for equality...








