By Gershwin Wanneburg
Gonda Perez remembers the day South Africa’s apartheid regime bombed a refugee camp in the Zambian capital, Lusaka, during an air raid. It was in the mid-1980s. Perez was working as a dentist at a local hospital at the time and saw about 10 victims brought in on trucks serving as makeshift ambulances. One of the victims is etched in her memory.
By Hilja Shikongo
Namibian R&B, soul, and contemporary jazz singer Y’CLIFF has cemented his place in the music industry with the release of his brand-new album, Broken Heart in My Hand. Known for his smooth voice and storytelling lyrics, the artist continues to capture audiences with music that blends heartbreak, passion, and a classic 90s R&B feel.
By Hilja Shikongo
This weekend, Otavi will host the Mayoral Committee 2025, a vibrant community event combining music, sports, and social development. More than just a festival, the initiative is designed to raise funds for the mayor’s kitty resources that allow the office to respond to social and economic challenges faced by residents, from funeral assistance to community welfare needs.
Speaking to Confidente Newspaper, Otavi mayor Isaac Hoaeb explained that the Mayoral Kitty Committee is a lifeline for many vulnerable people.
By Hilja Shikongo
The timeless beauty of Indian textiles took centre stage this week as India’s High Commissioner to Namibia, Rahul Shrivastava, delivered an inspiring speech at an exhibition celebrating India’s rich textile heritage. The event, attended by Namibian government officials, diplomats, industry leaders, media, and members of the Indian diaspora, showcased not just fabric, but the very threads of history, culture, and innovation.
Cultural festivals have long served as beacons of identity, continuity, and unity for many communities in Africa and beyond. They provide a platform where tradition, spirituality, and collective memory intersect. In African ancient kingdoms, festivals played central roles in governance, religion, and the preservation of cultural heritage in ensuring that people remained connected to their ancient history while vitalizing bonds among community members.
By Jeremiah Ndjoze
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Natangwe Ithete, this week, urged Namibians to maintain trust in local diamond marketing and sales company Namdia and commented the parastatal for its continued efforts to plough back into society. “I commend Namdia for its strong social responsibility efforts and urge all Namibians to remain confident and proud of this institution, which belongs to us,” said Ithete.
By Staff Reporter
The much-anticipated MTC Content Creators Awards 2025 has officially unveiled its nominees, following an overwhelming public response that saw more than 12 000 votes cast across 21 categories. The top four nominees in each category will now vie for top honors at the grand finale on 29 November 2025, where Namibia’s digital stars will be celebrated in style.
By Kaipaherue Kandjii
The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) and the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU) have reached an agreement on salary adjustments and performance rewards for the 2025/2026 financial year, bringing to a close weeks of wage negotiations. The agreement, signed on 17 September in Windhoek, underscores NTB’s commitment to fair labour practices and continuous improvement of working conditions for its employees.
By Kaipaherue Kandjii
The Presidency, through its Upstream Petroleum Unit, has successfully concluded nationwide public consultations on the draft National Upstream Petroleum Local Content Policy, engaging communities across the country to shape Namibia’s petroleum future. The initiative aimed to ensure broad participation and inclusivity in the formulation of a policy that will guide the management, development, and distribution of benefits from the domestic oil and gas sector.
By Jeremiah Ndjoze
The Chinese government has reiterated its willingness to deepen the friendship between Namibians and the People’s Republic of China through continued developmental assistance and support to the limits of its capabilities – while carrying out more people-oriented projects that will directly benefit the masses. This revelation was made by Chinese Ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping. The ambassador made these remarks recently, as the two countries commemorate 35 years of partnership and bilateral relations.