Pupils at Acacia High School in Windhoek are learning more about the environment by playing Enviro Rush, a new board game introduced by Wakapinya Environmental Education. The game was created to educate children on environmental consciousness. It has also been…

… Creatives share hopes and plans for 2025 As 2024 draws to a close, Namibian visual artists reflect on a year that was equally disruptive and filled with creative milestones. Although the year has been difficult for many because of…

After a recent visit to Namibia, Nigerian gospel musician Chubie Ujah says he plans to transform the local industry under his label Showgear Records. Ujah believes he is leading a revolution in the gospel music scene, and says he aims…

Young Namibians have joined a global movement observing ‘16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence’, an international campaign challenging violence against women and girls. This year’s observance was marked by an event at the United States Embassy in Windhoek on…

As Namibia prepares for the 27 November elections, Sorris Sorris Youth Forum chairperson Marvin Gaseb is urging candidates to address the issues affecting his community’s youth. Gaseb, speaking on behalf of the Sorris Sorris Conservancy youth, has expressed his concern…

The Okakarara community will celebrate the festive season with a free End of the Year music bash at Tate Sammy’s Beer House No 2 on Saturday. According to organiser Samuel Petrus, the event, which has become an annual tradition, will…

Gospel singer Fransina Haiduwa, also known as Lady Lundy, has revealed how she would be expanding the reach of gospel music locally and beyond. The singer, who was named best female gospel artist of the year at the recent Omulunga…

Andreas Robert, a youth advisory committee member, high school counsellor and educator, says the Namibian education system has long been the focus of heated discussion and criticism. “I genuinely think the people in charge of managing and putting these systems…

The Miss Non-Govermental Organisation (NGO) Namibia pageant has announced important milestones after Quintina Tjizumaue was crowned the winner of the most recent pageant held in the capital. Through charitable endeavours, the pageant aims to promote societal development and young women’s…

All roads will lead to Ongwediva Mayor’s Park on 29 and 30 November, for the inaugural 065 Kiddies Festival. The festival aims to bring children together for a fun experience. Event organiser Martha Niilonga says she was motivated to create…

Miriam Sheehama – model, influencer, brand ambassador, and creator of the We Are One Foundation – has been chosen to participate in the Miss Cosmo World pageant. The competition will take place on 20 November in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. “Being…

Author and mental health advocate Penomwaameni Natangwe (22) will start a mental health awareness campaign in Namibia aimed at young people. The initiative seeks to offer support, education, and resources that are especially designed for young people struggling with mental…