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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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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.”

ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

NEW POLICY SET TO SHAPE NATIONAL IDENTITY, DEVELOPMENT

NEW POLICY SET TO SHAPE NATIONAL IDENTITY, DEVELOPMENT

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

ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

30/6: A project beyond boundaries

30/6: A project beyond boundaries

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POLITICS

PERFORMANCE OF NAMIBIAN CABINET MEMBERS 2024-2025

PERFORMANCE OF NAMIBIAN CABINET MEMBERS 2024-2025

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Professor Job Amupanda. PHOTO: FILE

SHORT NEWS

Amupanda joins German university as associated scholar

Amupanda joins German university as associated scholar

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BOWING OUT WITH GRACE: President Nangolo Mbumba. PHOTO: NAMIBIAN PRESIDENCY

LOCAL NEWS

Okulela neyeme: Omatumbulo gahugunina gaMbumba mokulaleka oshigwana she

Okulela neyeme: Omatumbulo gahugunina gaMbumba mokulaleka oshigwana she

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

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The driving force behind Mutete Hibiscus Juice

The driving force behind Mutete Hibiscus Juice

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From seven departments to chief librarian

From seven departments to chief librarian

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Liselle (left) and Lisette (right), making a statement in style

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Twinfluencers

Twinfluencers

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Miss Namibia top 10 Finalist 2023 captured with the CEO, Umbi Karuaihe-Upi in the middle and former Miss Namibia 2023, Jameela !Uiras on her left and former Miss teen Namibia 2023 Oriana Ribeiro on her right.

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At the helm of Miss Namibia, Karuaihe-Upi champions women

At the helm of Miss Namibia, Karuaihe-Upi champions women

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Andrea Zimba, HR Manager of MultiChoice, Namibia

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The ideal media professional: Skills and traits for success

The ideal media professional: Skills and traits for success

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Brenda Liman - 1

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‘Inspiring change and making a difference’

‘Inspiring change and making a difference’

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An organiser of the DHPS Interact Club. Photo contributed

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Meet the DHPS Interact Club

Meet the DHPS Interact Club

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Ms M. Albrecht. Photo contributed

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Inspiring young minds

Inspiring young minds

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Herr J. Stammer, DHPS vice-principle. Photo contributed

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Herr J. Stammer: A leader in education

Herr J. Stammer: A leader in education

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What inspired you to become a leader ?

What inspired you to become a leader ?

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Photo: Wilma Iita

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Unlocking agricultural potential

Unlocking agricultural potential

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WAP-leerders by die byeenkoms. Foto verskaf

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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

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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

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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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Baan- en veldatlete in Gauteng vir Grand Prix

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A view of the new Agra Okahandja branch. Photo Contributed

Agra’s profits double amid economic headwinds

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The Khan solar park was renamed after Moses ||Garoëb by president Nangolo Mbumba at its recent inauguration outside Usakos.Photo Augetto Graig

Local money for cheap solar electricity

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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

3 Day 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

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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

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PERFORMANCE OF NAMIBIAN CABINET MEMBERS 2024-2025

3 Day Ago POLITICS

Professor Job Amupanda. PHOTO: FILE

Amupanda joins German university as associated scholar

3 Day Ago SHORT NEWS

BOWING OUT WITH GRACE: President Nangolo Mbumba. PHOTO: NAMIBIAN PRESIDENCY

Okulela neyeme: Omatumbulo gahugunina gaMbumba mokulaleka oshigwana she

3 Day Ago LOCAL NEWS

DECENTRALIZATION: The Kavango West region is in urgent need of N$610 million to construct essential government offices. Photo contributed

Kavango West seeks N$610m to build govt offices

3 Day Ago GOVERNMENT

Crime

Aulumentu ya kwata onkonga omukiintu paindilo lyohonda ye

3 Day Ago CRIME

WE'VE GOT THIS: Dr. Kalumbi Shangula, health minister. PHoto: file

Shangula highlights govt healthcare benefits

3 Day Ago GOVERNMENT

CHARITY: The health ministry has received a donation from the Rossing Foundation to push its malaria treatment. PHoto: contributed

Rössing Foundation aids malaria fight

3 Day Ago SHORT NEWS

INVOLVED: Goreangab community members get down and dirty alongside leaders during the clean-up campaign.

PHOTO CITY OF WINDHOEK

Clean-up campaigns criticised as ineffective by some

3 Day Ago SOCIETY

JPG. Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) party president Dr. Panduleni Itula
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IPC members still weeping over party MP selections

3 Day Ago POLITICS

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

4 Day Ago EDUCATION

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

NSFAF to become a finance ministry directorate

6 Day Ago EDUCATION

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

1 Week Ago EDUCATION

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

3 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

1 Month Ago EDUCATION

PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

ACDT rolls out 60 000 free books monthly for young learners

1 Month Ago EDUCATION

Tanben College Foto Google/Johnsly Chagwiza

Court orders school to repay N$9.4 million SME Bank loan

1 Month Ago EDUCATION

OVERSTEPPED: Finance minister Ipumbu Shiimi. PHOTO: FILE

Tjongarero defies Shiimi, reinstates NYC boss

5 Day Ago YOUTH

CONTRADICTIONS: Finance minister, Iipumbu Shiimi. Photo: File

Evidence contradicts Shiimi’s denials in NYC fiasco

6 Day Ago YOUTH

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

Tjongarero: AG and Shiimi delayed my action on NYC

1 Week Ago YOUTH

Ndeshipanda Shaamena. PHOTOS: Contributed

NYC board places HR, finance bosses on forced leave

1 Month Ago YOUTH

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

3 Month Ago YOUTH

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Youngest associate professor at Stellenbosch: Passion fuels Namibian academic’s success

3 Month Ago YOUTH

INSPIRE OTHERS: Mesias Alfeus advises Namibian youth to embrace challenges and to foster resilience. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

Youngest associate professor at Stellenbosch: Passion fuels Namibian academic’s success

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Zim mines see R145bn funding shortfall

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Photo Reuters

COMPANY NEWS IN BRIEF

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Photo Unsplash/Harli Marten

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

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Ongangala ya dhipagwa mOmbaye

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NCCI ita popile ekaleko lyootendela dhepangelo

NCCI ita popile ekaleko lyootendela dhepangelo

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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

3 Day 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

3 Day 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

3 Day 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

6 Day 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

1 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

1 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

LEGENDARY PRODUCER: DJ KBoz has shaped the sound of a generation with his production skills and hit-making abilities.

Where are they now?

2 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

REVIVING KWAITO: Mr. Makoya, Mabuzza, and Tuko team up for the ‘Soweto Remix’ music video, celebrating Katutura’s vibrant culture and the enduring spirit of the genre.

Mr. Makoya revisits the past with new ‘Soweto Remix’ music video

2 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

NEW CATEGORY: Ashwyn Mberi, Creative Director of the 2025 NTV Awards, announces the introduction of the Sam Nujoma Media Custodian Award, honoring a lifetime commitment to media excellence in Namibia.

NTV Awards set for 27 March, introduces new category in memory of Sam Nujoma

2 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

SOPHOMORE: The stage is set. Shaka iLembe Season 2 premieres Sunday, 15 June at 20:00, only on Mzansi Magic.

A King’s Destiny: Shaka iLembe Returns for Season 2 in June

2 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

CROSS-CULTURAL: German saxophonist and composer Theresia Philipp joins forces with Namibian artists for a unique cross-cultural concert at The Goethe-Institut Namibia on Tuesday, 11 March. F

Sax in the City: Theresia Philipp joins forces with The Yesterdaye & Zingerwingz

2 Week Ago ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

FOR THE ELDERS: Multi-Choice Namibia has launched a promotion for the elderly. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

WINDHOEK

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