Created by longtime friends Sally Jason and Leratho Kanime, ‘A’Felende’ is a gripping drama series that follows the lives of four Namibian women navigating personal and professional challenges in the city of Windhoek. The show stars a local cast, such as Fresh FM Radio presenter Charlene “Chazz” Mubita, TikTok sensation Mucky Haushona, breakout actress Otja Kooper,...
Positive Vibes
Greatness made easier than ever before
Nowadays, it is easier to be great because most people are weak. This should not be said as a mockery but with great, genuine concern and compassion. This is because it is not necessarily any individual’s fault but a great failure of society as a collective, and a success to those whose agenda has always...
Industry loop – Mega a flop story?
Chazz and Paula on Fresh FM on Wednesday came out on air, and alleged that Mega left them on blue ticks. Chazz explained how she tried to get him on air on Friday and Monday unsuccessfully. She mentioned that Mega was busy with other commitments. To which Chazz revealed that they had agreed with Mega...
Vmsix enters Grammy consideration
Vmsix, the acclaimed award-winning Namibian music group, recently announced their music had been submitted for consideration for the Grammy Awards. This marks a significant milestone for the talented artists, who have been making waves in the local and international music scene of late. The group’s entry features their collaboration with the acclaimed singer-songwriter, mixing engineer...
Gazza goes off on Iconic Music Fest organisers
Music lovers were disappointed when local artist Lazarus Shiimi, known as Gazza, failed to hit the stage at the Iconic Music Festival in Windhoek last weekend as was promised by event organisers, Mindscape Events. Gazza was part of the line-up of artists set to perform at the music event where South African artists Kwesta and...
Saturday Night Live by Sharon van Rooi
Soulful and jazz sensation Sharon van Rooi has created an ambiance and a platform for budding as well as established artists to sing their hearts out. The music lecturer’s idea comes from the experience of being in an industry where there are few opportunities presented to performers. Hence, she has availed her eatery Craft Café...
Embracing cultural diversity
Laughter, joy, fun and cultural diversity were on display at this year’s International University of Management (IUM) annual cultural festival. The ongoing festival, being held under the theme “Echoes of the Past: Embrace our Diverse Cultures”, is showcasing the university’s dedication to providing a deeper understanding and appreciation of Namibia’s diverse cultures for its students....
Spinny taking the nation by storm
A group of Zambezi dancers, known as ‘Spinny and Green Kids’, is taking the nation by storm with their unique and energetic dance style. Known for their signature ‘Spinny Dance’, a traditional waist-twisting movement rooted in the Sikokoshi dance, the group is not only entertaining but also preserving their cultural heritage. Originating from the Zambezi...
Artist management in ‘Nambia’
There is no money in managing artists. Make no mistake… not a single soul in Mbumba’s land is out here doing it for the passion. Spend money on artists? In 2024? LOL. We all have bills to pay. Gone are the days when artist managers used to spend crazy amounts of money for the love...
A new dawn for female filmmakers
The Namibia Film Commission and Sisters Working in Film and Television (SWIFT) South Africa recently launched the SWIFT Namibia chapter. This partnership aims to empower women in film and television, providing them with a platform to network, collaborate and showcase their talents. At the launch, information deputy minister Modestus Amutse emphasised the importance of such...