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31 Oct

An Exclusive Interview with DJ Alba

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Where do you hail from?I grew up between, Oikango, Henties Bay and Swakopmund. I have always loved music and all the elements that come with it. Do you think being a singer makes your flow/style of dj-ing unique?I can’t really say it changes my style of DJing, it just makes my brand a little more multifaceted. What used to inspire you as an artist when you started and what inspires you now?Growing up I listened a lot of music genres so I was inspired by that, but if I’m being honest deep house ( DJ Kent, Soul Candi collections etc…

30 Oct

An exclusive interview with Selma Usiku an Exploration Geologist

ObserverFeaturedAn exclusive interview with Selma Usikuan Exploration Geologist

Selma Usiku is an Exploration Geologist for Debmarine Namibia, Namibia’s leading marine diamond recovery company, globally acclaimed for its groundbreaking work in marine diamond exploration and cutting-edge technology. Recently, Selma was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of Eco Atlantic Oil & Gas, an independent oil and gas exploration company with strategic acreage interests in Namibia, South Africa and Guyana. Before embarking on her remarkable journey in the diamond exploration and recovery sector in October 2021, Selma forged a path of excellence within the Oil and Gas industry. She served as a Senior Exploration Geologist at Eco Atlantic and…

23 Oct

Trading Wisdom: Why we can’t get enough of Stacey.

ObserverFeaturedTrading Wisdom: Why we can’t get enough of Stacey.

Stacey Susa-Pinto is a best-selling author and sought after International Trade professional. She has spent over 10 years working in various trade related capacities with a major focus on inter-governmental economic diplomacy, trade programming as well as market access and trade facilitation issues. Having transitioned from private to public sector, Ms Pinto has helped shift perceptions regarding the effectiveness of the public sector as she currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Namibia Trade Forum – an agency of the Namibian Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade. Can you kindly tell us about your background?I grew up in Zambia.…

17 Oct

An exclusive interview with Ndapewa Nakanyete a Geography lecturer at the University of Namibia

ObserverFeaturedAn exclusive interview with Ndapewa Nakanyete a Geography lecturer at the University of Namibia

Ndapewa Nakanyete is a Geography lecturer at the University of Namibia. She just returned from a staff development program in Cologne (Germany), where she spent 2 years working on and completing her PhD. Who is Ndapewa Nakanyete?I hail from the Ohangwena region, where I spent my childhood moving between different villages, although I was born in Nyango, which was a refugee camp for Namibians in Zambia. I am 35 and a Geography lecturer at the University of Namibia.I am passionate about traveling, mostly drawn to Africa because of my birth roots (my mother became pregnant with me in Angola, I…

09 Oct

An Exclusive Interview with Beaulah Boois-Beukesthe

ObserverFeaturedExclusive Interview with Beaulah Boois-Beukesthe

Beaulah Boois-Beukes is the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) Public Relations Manager and Voice Over Artist who holds a Master of Arts in Media Studies from the University of Namibia where she is also a part-time lecturer. Additionally, she is an external moderator at the Namibia University of Science and Technology. Beaulah, can you tell us about your background. Where were you born? My name is Beaulah Boois-Beukes, second born of 4 daughters. I was born and raised in Windhoek, Namibia. I'm 34 years old, I went to Emma Hoogenhout Primary school where my two 9 year olds currently attend! Thereafter…

04 Oct

An Exclusive Interview with The Great King Khalie

ObserverFeaturedAn Exclusive Interview with The Great King Khalie

Shangelao Philipus well known as The Great King Khalie, the 34 year old musician and entrepreneur had a quick chat with ObserverWeekend. How did you get into making music, take us through your music career journey?I started singing at the age of 9. That was when I wrote my first song titled, ‘step by step’ and I recorded in 2009, but it was not released then. I came to add few changes when I grew up and had a better understanding of music and I knew exactly what type of music I wanted to make. What has been your biggest…

03 Oct

Namibian Musician Gazza Releases Checka Single

ObserverFeaturedNamibian Musician Gazza Releases Checka Single

Namibian musician Gazza has released a new single titled ‘Checka’, which is available for streaming and download here. Gazza, who has over 20 years in the music industry, describes his new track as an “ode to looking good and feeling good.” “The song centres around fashion. We all know that when you look good, you feel good, enabling you to tackle the tasks that lie ahead,” Gazza said. “By consistently doing so, you can achieve even more. It also celebrates personal victories, such as obtaining a degree or purchasing a new car or house.” In addition to the release of…

02 Oct

An exclusive interview with Miss World Namibia, Tina Haimbala

ObserverFeaturedAn exclusive interview with Miss World Namibia, Tina Haimbala

Albertina Haimbala also known as ‘Tina’ is 23 years old Miss World Namibia. She studied marketing management at the university of science and technology. What is your earliest recollection from your childhood years?My earliest recollection from my childhood is the year I received a scholarship when I was in the 8th grade. That was the greatest year of my life because I got to attend my dream high school Can you kindly share insights about your family background?I grew up in a family of 8 including myself. My mom, dad and my 5 siblings on a lodge called Mount Etjo…

28 Sep

Importation of certain poultry products suspended again

ObserverFeaturedImportation of certain poultry products suspended again

Stefanus Nashama This week, Chief Veterinary Officer Albertina Shilongo, of the Ministry of Agriculture, announced the immediate suspension of the importation and in-transit movement of live poultry, birds, and poultry products from South Africa due to a rise in Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) cases. According to a statement from the Ministry, the decision to reinforce control measures was prompted by HPAI infiltrating commercial, export-approved poultry compartments in South Africa. The objective is to prevent the introduction of HPAI into Namibia through poultry and their products. The ban encompasses live poultry, fresh frozen poultry meat, table eggs, day-old chicks, and…

27 Sep

Artist in the spotlight: Ismael Shivute

ObserverFeaturedArtist in the spotlight: Ismael Shivute

I studied Sculpture in Department of Visual Arts, participated in many group exhibitions locally and internationally, and had a solo exhibition at the National Art Gallery of Namibia in 2006 and 2022 at Utopia Restaurant in Windhoek. After my studies I began creating mixedmedia artworks from my environment, often working with found or recycled materials drawn from the area in which I lives. Inspired by my environment, recycled or used materials and the feel of things made by hands… I feel that my art reflect a unique Namibian identity, as well as my own identity as an artist struggling to…