The Namibian Association of Differently Abled Women (NADAWO), with support from the European Union (EU), the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare (MGEPESW) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), officially launched its new brand identity alongside the official opening of its Peer Support Office facility at the Disability Resource Centre in the heart of Okuryangava, Katutura.
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More than a Crown
Miss Namibia has always been a beacon of elegance and grace, but in recent years, the crown has evolved into a powerful symbol of opportunity, empowerment, and economic vitality, thanks in no small part to strategic sponsorships and national support. Since 2023, Debmarine Namibia has proudly sponsored the pageant through Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), helping it flourish into a platform that celebrates talent and transforms lives.
Read MoreSowing Seeds of Resilience in Namibia
In the remote village of Okakwiyu, where the wind carries the scent of tilled earth and the calls of livestock, 31-yearold Elise Amadhila is reshaping her life one crop and one animal at a time.
Read MoreCreating Supportive Learning Environments for Namibian Children
In the early years of life, a child’s world is shaped by play, imagination and the thrill of discovery. It is in these formative moments, like finger painting on a floor mat, stacking colourful blocks or flipping through picture books, that learning begins. But what happens when that world is absent? When the mat becomes a patch of dirt, and there are no blocks, no books and no safe place to feel seen or secure?
Read MoreLove Local
Celebrate Namibian creativity at the Namibia Craft Centre! From welded sculptures to bold fashion, handcrafted masks to unique pottery, meet the artists behind Morris Baba Arts, Ethnic Africa, Out of Katutura, Mewiliko, and Pan — and discover truly local treasures.
Read MoreOndangwa with David
In northern Namibia’s Ondangwa, David Penda uncovers a cultural gem at Nakambale Lodge – a place where history, tradition, and hospitality meet. From walking through the legacy of Finnish missionaries at the Nakambale Museum to experiencing everyday life in a traditional Oshiwambo homestead, his visit captures the soul of the region. Add to that a rich local meal before takeoff and a quick stop at the bustling Ondangwa Open Market, and you have a trip filled with flavour, culture, and northern charm.
Read MoreWe’re for Namibians: Zellmari Brandt
Under the purple blossoms of a big jacaranda tree in her childhood yard, a young Zellmari Brandt would perform to an audience of none. The stage was imagined, but the passion was real. That moment, repeated in countless afternoons of play, became the seed of a lifelong love for performance, storytelling, and human connection.
Read MoreWe’re for Namibians: Dr La-Toya ‘Lioness’ Hamutenya
Raised by a single mother in a home filled with books, discipline, and love, La-Toya Hamutenya grew up knowing the value of hard work. Her mother, an educator, ensured that La-Toya and her sister were exposed to both academics and the arts from an early age. That foundation shaped the woman the world now knows as Lioness – a medical doctor by profession and one of Namibia’s most celebrated rap artists by passion.
Read MoreDebmarine Namibia unveils landmark exhibition at Lüderitz Maritime Museum
Debmarine Namibia proudly marked a significant milestone recently, unveiling its first permanent exhibition at the Lüderitz Maritime Museum. This initiative represents the company’s commitment to public education and awareness, with a particular focus on Namibia’s thriving marine diamond industry.
Read MoreOnce a Girl Guide, Always a Girl Guide
Under the warm northern sun, the Old Ongwediva Girl Guides Centre came alive on 3 May 2025 with laughter, colour, and purpose. Delayed out of respect for the passing of Founding Father Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, this year’s World Thinking Day celebration was no less spirited — and perhaps even more meaningful.
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