The Miss Namibia Organisation has defended its recent auditions against social media criticism, blaming long waiting times on an unexpectedly high turnout of hopefuls. The organisation, powered by the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), issued a statement after comments circulated on…

The newly confirmed board of the Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music (Nascam) has outlined plans to boost royalty collections, cut administrative costs and improve governance over the next three years. This comes after members endorsed the former…

A two-year partnership between Nascam and Unesco will invest N$1.7 million into research, copyright reform and digital innovation within Namibia’s music industry. The recently launched partnership aims to strengthen Namibia’s music industry over the next two years. The Planning, Research,…

The Namibia Gospel Music Awards will return this year after a seven-year break, with organisers introducing a revised judging process and renewed plans to make the event an annual fixture. The awards, last held in 2018, were suspended due to…

The MTC Kasi Vibe Festival will expand beyond its traditional entertainment offering this year with the introduction of competitive sporting events. This comes as the organisers are seeking to strengthen the festival’s role as a platform for business, culture and…

The Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music (Nascam) has retained its current board for a full three-year term, while approving governance, operational and member welfare reforms aimed at strengthening copyright administration and improving royalty collections. The resolutions were…

Veteran trade unionist Herbert Jauch has launched a new book documenting the history, triumphs, and modern challenges of Namibia’s workers’ movement. The book focuses on the experiences of workers under colonial rule, the rise of trade unions and the role…

Father’s day, celebrated on the third Sunday of June in many countries, is more than an occasion for gifts and family gatherings.It’s a day dedicated to recognising fathers and father figures whose guidance, support and sacrifices help shape families and…

Bank Windhoek, in collaboration with Visa, successfully hosted the inaugural Bank Windhoek Coffee Extravaganza in Windhoek on Saturday. The new lifestyle event made a strong debut in the capital city, drawing a large crowd of coffee and food lovers, and…

Newly appointed National Arts Council of Namibia chairperson Lot Ndamanomhata aims to double the creative sector’s economic contribution to the country by addressing severe structural and funding deficits. He says he’s aiming to double the sector’s contribution to the national…

The 2026 MTC Wine Extravaganza has concluded its dual-city run in Ongwediva and Windhoek, showcasing expanded wine selections and promoting Namibia’s hospitality sector on 29 and 30 May. The two-city structure was implemented by the organisers to expand the event’s…

Namibian photographer, visual artist and multidisciplinary creative Jean-Claude Tjitamunisa has received continental recognition for his Ekori Resurgence Jewellery Collection, a project that reimagines Ovaherero cultural heritage through contemporary jewellery design. The collection earned the fashion design – accessories: jewellery design…