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Bank Windhoek responds to mixed reactions over brand song competition

Bank Windhoek responds to mixed reactions over brand song competition

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CONTINENTAL RECOGNITION: Three Namibian films have been nominated for the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) set to take place in Nigeria this May. The nominees are ‘Lukas’ by Dr. Phillipe Talavera, ‘Walvis Tale’ by Tim Hübschle, and ‘Skeleton Coast’ by Mondjila Studios. ‘Skeleton Coast’, co-produced with Nigeria’s Play Network Studios, leads with eight nominations. In the photo cast and crew of the film ‘Skeleton Coast’ at its premiere at Ster Kinekor, Grove Mall in December 2024.

ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

Three Namibian Films nominated for 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

Three Namibian Films nominated for 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

19 Hours Ago

Ella-Betty Chapoto. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

COLUMNS

Promoting digital literacy among older citizens

Promoting digital literacy among older citizens

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Suleiman Kyababa. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

OPINION

Letter to president

Letter to president

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LAUNCH NIGHT: KFC Namibia enlisted top Namibian influencers for the grand reveal of this one-of-a-kind pop-up.

ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

KFC Namibia unveils Kentucky Town Windhoek

KFC Namibia unveils Kentucky Town Windhoek

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ACCIDENTS

Two dead, eight injured in Uis crash

Two dead, eight injured in Uis crash

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Paulo Coelho. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

My Zone Careers

Fuelling the future: Paulo Coelho’s vision for Namcor

Fuelling the future: Paulo Coelho’s vision for Namcor

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Sakaria Megameno Ndjembo. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

My Zone Careers

Balancing a music career with a carpentry business

Balancing a music career with a carpentry business

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Jeremia Matheus, a ranger at the environment ministry, aims to obtain a master's degree in conservation to further his goal of making a lasting impact. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

My Zone Careers

Jeremia Matheus' lifelong commitment to nature conservation

Jeremia Matheus' lifelong commitment to nature conservation

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Mukoya Eusebius, owner of Sebi Investment CC, is committed to help others find work. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

My Zone Careers

Mukoya Eusebius empowers job seekers and businesses

Mukoya Eusebius empowers job seekers and businesses

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Romeo Muyunda. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

My Zone Careers

EIF welcomes Muyunda to the team

EIF welcomes Muyunda to the team

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Fredrick Shipipa, the Managing Director of Munda Ya Mutjima Trading CC.

My Zone Careers

The driving force behind Mutete Hibiscus Juice

The driving force behind Mutete Hibiscus Juice

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Learners during memorial service held at the school.

My Zone

Honouring Dr Sam Nujoma

Honouring Dr Sam Nujoma

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Grade 11 learners during their Nedbank visit.

My Zone

The Great Bank Excursion - Maurits Devenish Private School learners visit Nedbank

The Great Bank Excursion - Maurits Devenish Private School learners visit Nedbank

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Grade 9 learners during their culinary activity.

My Zone

Beyond the Recipe

Beyond the Recipe

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My Zone

Head boy

Head boy

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Joshlynn Hartung

My Zone

Head girl

Head girl

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Cases of missing children are rising in Namibia, stay alert stay aware. Photo Contributed

My Zone

Vanishing act: How to make sure it’s not you

Vanishing act: How to make sure it’s not you

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Picture of The Week
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PICTURE OF THE DAY

News through the lens

News through the lens

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CONDOLENCE... Erongo governor Nevile Andre signs the book of condolence for late Founding President Sam Nujoma opened at the governor’s office on Wednesday. Photo: Adam Hartman

EVENTS

Erongo announces commemorative plans for Nujoma

Erongo announces commemorative plans for Nujoma

1 Month Ago

EVENTS

Constitution Day commemorated on Sunday

Constitution Day commemorated on Sunday

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EVENTS

Constitution Day commemorated on Sunday

Constitution Day commemorated on Sunday

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Photo: Frank Steffen

EVENTS

Annual Ace Charity Golf Day tees off to support education

Annual Ace Charity Golf Day tees off to support education

2 Month Ago

STRONG FOUNDATIONS: As a key initiative empowering Namibia’s youth, the Old Mutual indaba tackles critical challenges in skills development and career readiness. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

EVENTS

Old Mutual to host second youth indaba

Old Mutual to host second youth indaba

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EVENTS

CLOSE FRIENDS

CLOSE FRIENDS

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Eerste Nauams Gravel Grind neem sy plek in

1 Day Ago Sport

Conophytum minutum in cultivation. Photo LIVING DESERT PLANTS

Avoid buying illegally harvested succulents

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Delicious goodies await inside the factory shop.

Discover sweet savings at Polar Ice-Cream factory shop

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Bank Windhoek responds to mixed reactions over brand song competition

19 Hours Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

CONTINENTAL RECOGNITION: Three Namibian films have been nominated for the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) set to take place in Nigeria this May. The nominees are ‘Lukas’ by Dr. Phillipe Talavera, ‘Walvis Tale’ by Tim Hübschle, and ‘Skeleton Coast’ by Mondjila Studios. ‘Skeleton Coast’, co-produced with Nigeria’s Play Network Studios, leads with eight nominations. In the photo cast and crew of the film ‘Skeleton Coast’ at its premiere at Ster Kinekor, Grove Mall in December 2024.

Three Namibian Films nominated for 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

19 Hours Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

Ella-Betty Chapoto. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Promoting digital literacy among older citizens

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Suleiman Kyababa. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Letter to president

19 Hours Ago OPINION

LAUNCH NIGHT: KFC Namibia enlisted top Namibian influencers for the grand reveal of this one-of-a-kind pop-up.

KFC Namibia unveils Kentucky Town Windhoek

19 Hours Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

PHOTO: FILE

Two dead, eight injured in Uis crash

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PHOTO: FILE

Stepson wanted for fatal stabbing in Kavango West

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JPG. Electricity Control Board (ECB) chief executive officer, Robert Kahimise.

PHOTO: TUYEIMO HAIDULA

ECB raps Nored over the knuckles for electrocutions

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Judge Shafimana Uietele

Ueitele: I was open about owning farm south of red line

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JPG. Public told to be cautious when crossing water streams.

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Caution urged as northern residents navigate rising waters

19 Hours Ago WEATHER

Editorial

Editorial: Pragmatic budget amid fiscal constraints

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DEDICATED: Former tourism and environment minister Pohamba Shifeta. Photo: FILE

Napha praises Shifeta for his leadership

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NAMIBIA AT 35

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NURTURING HERITAGE

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NEED MORE: Parliament wants more Special Schools to be constructed over the country. PHOto: Dagbreek School

Parliament slams ‘absurd’ state of education for learners with disabilities

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NEW HOME: NSFAF will become a directorate in the ministry of finance.

NSFAF to become a finance ministry directorate

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DEEP CUTS: US President Donald Trump's foreign aid cuts are being felt in various sectors in Namibia. PHOTO: ECFR EU

Namibian Fulbright scholars hit by US funding freeze

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INAUGURATED: The IUM campus at Eenhana in the Ohangwena Region. Photo Kenya Kambowe

Namwandi spits fire at IUM detractors

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HIGH FOOD COSTS: The critically important national school feeding programme is under pressure due to high maize prices, according to the education ministry. PHOTO: FILE

School feeding programme under pressure

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MUCH NEEDED

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EDUCATION FOR ALL: From left: Outgoing acting CEO Dr Ndeshimona Afunde, Dr Ngepathimo Kadhila, Eveline Namoya, deputy education minister Faustina Caley, Tonata Uwanga, Eveline Nsinano, Aveshe Munyika and Sinte Mathe. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Namcol CEO pushes for quality education across Namibia

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PIONEER: Head of NUST's Digital Arts and Animation (DAA) department Jordaania Andima. PHoto: contributed

NUST to revolutionise creative scene with new faculty

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FLOODED TERRAIN: Some parents keep their kids at home when the roads are flooded or washed away due to heavy rainfall. PHOTO: FILE

Education remains a priority, even in rainy season

4 Week Ago EDUCATION

OUTBREAK: Farmers are urged to be proactive to tackle tick-related livestock diseases. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Farmers urged to vaccinate livestock as tick outbreak spreads

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Junior Kapofi, ’n digitale digitale bemarkings beampte vir Synergi, het sy begin in die mediabedryf as ’n intern vir My Zone gevind.

A DECADE OF YOUTH EMPOWERMENT

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WOES: Last year Bridgehead declared dividends of N$500 000 to the National Youth Council.

Bridgehead: NYC’s business arm turns heads for wrong reasons

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OVERSTEPPED: Finance minister Ipumbu Shiimi. PHOTO: FILE

Tjongarero defies Shiimi, reinstates NYC boss

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CONTRADICTIONS: Finance minister, Iipumbu Shiimi. Photo: File

Evidence contradicts Shiimi’s denials in NYC fiasco

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RETIREMENT: Outgoing youth minister, Agnes Tjongarero. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Tjongarero: AG and Shiimi delayed my action on NYC

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Ndeshipanda Shaamena. PHOTOS: Contributed

NYC board places HR, finance bosses on forced leave

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The Rehoboth edition of the Media Road Show in 2024. PHOTO INGRID BOOYSEN

Annual media roadshow kicks off

1 Month Ago YOUTH

YOUNG MEDIA TALENT: The Rehoboth edition of the Media Road Show in 2024. PHOTO: INGRID BOOYSEN

Annual media roadshow kicks off

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Dorthea Nangolo, president of Nanso. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

Unam draws a line in the sand on grade 11 graduates

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Foto Aldo Horn

NYC obtains court order against protesters

2 Month Ago YOUTH

AT THE CENTER: Some youths demand the reinstatement of suspended NYC director Calista Schwartz-Gowases. PHOTO: PUBLIC ENTERPRISES FORUM

NYC condemns invasion of offices by protesters

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Fired NYC board disobeyed me, says Tjongarero

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Zim mines see R145bn funding shortfall

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COMPANY NEWS IN BRIEF

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Plan for a smart working life exit

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Nandoiye Ole Yiele, 74, prepares to receive her first dose of the coronavirus disease vaccine. Photo Reuters

Moderna announces vaccine facility in Kenya

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OPEC Secretary General Mohammed Barkindo. Photo Reuters

OPEC has no control over global oil markets

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People remove personal belongings from a burning house after being shelled in the city of Irpin, outside Kyiv. Photo Nampa/AFP

World Bank approves support package for Ukraine

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Development Bank announces new bond

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Ukrainian refugees get on the train to Warsaw, at the Przemysl railway station, near the Polish-Ukrainian border.. Photo Nampa/AFP

Invasion has caused ‘seismic changes in Europe’

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A man walks past a mural depicting Russian President Vladimir Putin, with the Russian flag, in Belgrade. Photo Nampa/AFP

‘Ban on Russian oil will be catastrophic’

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Photo Nampa

Namibia vulnerable to imported inflation

3 Year Ago Oshiwambo

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Ongangala ya dhipagwa mOmbaye

8 Year Ago Oshiwambo

NCCI ita popile ekaleko lyootendela dhepangelo

NCCI ita popile ekaleko lyootendela dhepangelo

8 Year Ago Oshiwambo

Bank Windhoek responds to mixed reactions over brand song competition

19 Hours Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

CONTINENTAL RECOGNITION: Three Namibian films have been nominated for the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) set to take place in Nigeria this May. The nominees are ‘Lukas’ by Dr. Phillipe Talavera, ‘Walvis Tale’ by Tim Hübschle, and ‘Skeleton Coast’ by Mondjila Studios. ‘Skeleton Coast’, co-produced with Nigeria’s Play Network Studios, leads with eight nominations. In the photo cast and crew of the film ‘Skeleton Coast’ at its premiere at Ster Kinekor, Grove Mall in December 2024.

Three Namibian Films nominated for 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

19 Hours Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

LAUNCH NIGHT: KFC Namibia enlisted top Namibian influencers for the grand reveal of this one-of-a-kind pop-up.

KFC Namibia unveils Kentucky Town Windhoek

19 Hours Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

Bank Windhoek responds to mixed reactions over Brand Song competition

3 Day Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

Namibian artist Lioness has shattered records by becoming the first Namibian artist to reach one million views on YouTube in nine days with her latest music video, ‘Omapiyano,’ featuring Gazza and Willy G. This milestone marks the fastest Namibian music video to achieve this feat. ‘Omapiyano’ is part of her third studio album, ‘If Not In This Life,’ which was released in October 2024.

Lioness breaks records: ‘Omapiyano’ hits 1 million YouTube views in just nine days, fastest in Namibian history

4 Day Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

JUST IN: Three Namibian films have been nominated for the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) set to take place in Lagos, Nigeria this May. The nominees are ‘Lukas’ by Dr. Phillipe Talavera, ‘Walvis Tale’ by Tim Hübschle, and ‘Skeleton Coast’ by Mondjila Studios. ‘Skeleton Coast’, co-produced with Nigeria’s Play Network Studios, leads with eight nominations.

Namibian films shine at AMVCA 2025 with multiple nominations, Skeleton Coast leads with eight

4 Day Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

LAUNCH NIGHT: KFC Namibia enlisted top Namibian influencers for the grand reveal of this one-of-a-kind pop-up.

KFC Namibia unveils Kentucky Town Windhoek

1 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

LAUNCHED: In a move to foster national identity and economic growth through artistic and cultural expression, the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture on Monday, 17 March launched the Namibia Arts, Culture, and Heritage Policy 2025/26 - 2029/30 in Windhoek. The policy was officially introduced by Education Minister Anna Nghipondoka, who emphasized its role in preserving and celebrating Namibia’s diverse cultural heritage. “The vision of this policy and of the ministry is to nurture, develop, and celebrate the cultures, heritage, and artistic and cultural expressions of all Namibians,” Nghipondoka said. “By harnessing these for human, social, and economic development, we aim to contribute to a better quality of life for all our citizens.”

NEW POLICY SET TO SHAPE NATIONAL IDENTITY, DEVELOPMENT

1 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

MORE THAN MUSIC: DJ Vuyo speaks to tjil about the vision, collaborations, and bold sonic direction of his latest project.

30/6: A project beyond boundaries

1 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

SOMETHING NEW: The 2025 Miss Namibia pageant, is set to take place in the Oshana region for the first time this July.

Miss Namibia pageant to be held in Oshana for the first time

1 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

WOMEN POWER: As part of international Women’s Day, MultiChoice Namibia (MCN) recently hosted transformational coach Priscilla Husselmann for an inspiring talk under the theme ‘Pause with Purpose’. Emphasizing the importance of taking moments to reflect and realign, Husselmann’s session targeted women who are constantly juggling multiple roles in their careers and personal lives. Pictured is Elzita Beukes, MCN Corporate Affairs Manager, Husselmann, Andrea Zimba, MCN Human Resources Manager and Marè Swart, MCN Finance Manager at the session.

MultiChoice Namibia Hosts Transformational Coach

2 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

UPDATE: The Ombetja Yehinga Organisation (OYO) Dance Troupe is set to host its first performance of 2025 with ‘Best of 2024,’ a showcase of last year’s standout performances. Set for Wednesday, 19 March at 19:00 at the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC), the show will highlight key works, introduce 2025 projects, and thank supporters. OYO is a Namibian Trust aiming at creating social awareness among young people using Arts.

OYO Dance Troupe to Kick Off 2025 with ‘Best of 2024’ Showcase at FNCC

2 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

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