Yes the year is truly back in full swing. You can really tell we are all trying to change our lives because my arms are overflowing with the amount of hikes I’ve brought you. Don’t worry though, there’s also a…

YES the year is truly back in full swing. You can really tell we are all trying to change our lives because my arms are overflowing with the amount of hikes I’ve brought you. Don’t worry though, there’s also a…

I’ve been writing about Namibian music for many years now, and few acts manage to still pleasantly surprise me, like the band Ou Slow. Aesthetically they’re a blend of grunge and punk and pop, while sonically they seem to embody…

THE year has come to an end, but don’t worry, a new one will begin pretty soon.In the meantime, there is some comedy, some champagne, a few hikes, a lovely Lake Oanob lunch, some cold beers, a quiz night and…

I’ve seen in the media lately that there are plans to construct a film city in Namibia akin to Hollywood, and I can’t help but think this is why we need youthful presidents across Africa. Octogenarians just cannot or will…

… The next few days in events Mariah Carey is almost done defrosting, The Virgin Mary is expecting to go into labour any day now, and Santa’s elves are waxing the sleigh! Today Vinyls Music and Arts Cafe is hosting…

As the year comes to an end, I think it is imperative for me to express gratitude for all of you who read this column. I see the Instagram comments and don’t worry, I agree that sometimes I have too…

The year is coming to an end and I can’t help but reflect on what a journey I’ve had. I was blessed enough to turn 30 in January, and have been navigating this new era as best I can with…

Namibian designer Rauna Ndeilenga, the founder and creative director of NMARTIN, has launched NMARTIN Curates, a jewellery and accessories extension of her clothing brand. She considers this new direction a manifestation of her love of detail and of her belief…

Ah, my last events column has arrived. I’m not sure how many I have done this year, but I promise you it’s been an absolute joy to tell you about the art exhibitions, the store launches, the year-end parties, the…

The tides are really changing. I swear I can feel it in my bones. A nation is doing well when there’s beautiful art to consume and a community to share that with. We’ve got it all for you this week,…

Have the idea This part was easy. I read a book that helped me understand the structure of a fiction novel, and thought it was definitely something I could attempt. There was this particular scene that I always wanted to…