Did you ever feel that you have a talent that is not recognised in Namibia? Well, here is your chance to showcase it.
Visible Talent Namibia, a competition offering an opportunity for talented individuals to showcase their abilities, was launched in Windhoek last Friday.
Musicians Tate Buti, Top Cheri and Dion will judge the talent show by travelling to all 14 regions of the country.
A whopping N$90 000 is up for grabs, of which N$50 000 will go to the winner, N$30 000 for the second runner-up and N$10 000 for the third spot.
“Not a lot of us get such platforms to see ourselves on television and in newspapers. The show will allow both young and old a bigger opportunity to be known for their talents not only in their towns, but countrywide,” Top Cheri said.
The contest is open to those aged from two to 80 years old.
“Talent is something that can come from anyone. We therefore did not want to place a certain age restriction because we wanted anyone who’s creative to come and showcase their talent,” Top Cheri added.
Tate Buti said the contest is also aimed at encouraging people to embrace their talents and show Namibian people that they can actually make a living from it.
“It is true that you can become a star by using your God-given talent. Some people might not be good at certain things, but I know they are good at using their talents. A lot of children don’t even finish school. There is nothing they are looking forward to, but one of the things they have is their talent. They must just learn how to use it right,” he said.
When questioned on what the judges are looking for, Top Cheri said anyone who wows her will surely get a yes from her.
“I am looking for something that is not basic. We are looking for unique talent, not just singing and dancing.
“I am talking about people who have extremely unique talents such as walking on ropes, jumping in styles, amazing drawings, fast eating, playing an instrument and much more,” she said.
The talent search will kick off from 9 July until 14 September.
For more information, email visibletalentnamibia@gmail.com.
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