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Saturday Night Live by Sharon van Rooi
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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
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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
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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’
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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
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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...

Met Gala: A night of glamour, philanthropy
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Met Gala: A night of glamour, philanthropy

Namibian fashion designer Mellisa Poulton is set to make history with the inaugural Met Gala in Namibia tomorrow.  The glamorous event will raise funds for the designer’s upcoming showcase at Paris Fashion Week, and support local artists and designers. The Met Gala will feature a star-studded lineup, comprising renowned musicians and performers such as Lize...

HotPocket, a premier live music band
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HotPocket, a premier live music band

The HotPocket Band takes pride in playing a role in the music industry, and is keen on a journey to establishing itself as a premier live music band.  The band was formed in 2018 as the Namibia Annual Music Awards (Namas) in-house band, known then as the King’s Band.  In 2021, after the Namas, the...

Robyn: Own and take up spaces 
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Robyn: Own and take up spaces 

Media personality Robyn Nakaambo has strongly suggested that those in the entertainment and music industry should ensure they broaden their spectrum and own spaces, even in foreign countries. She scooped the award for Entertainment Presenter of the Year at the Basadi Music Awards in Johannesburg, South Africa, over the weekend. “It feels surreal I am...

Biochemist turned jeweller thrives
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Biochemist turned jeweller thrives

Popyeni Amadhila (27), a biochemistry graduate, has defied social expectations and turned her passion for jewellery-making into a thriving business, Popyeni Jewels. Her journey into the world of jewellery began unexpectedly. After completing her honours degree in Applied Biochemistry from the University of Namibia in 2018, she found herself navigating the challenging Namibian job market.  It was...

NSKs monthly favs: July
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NSKs monthly favs: July

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...