Israeli forces have launched an overnight raid on al-Shifa hospital in Gaza, with reports of tanks and heavy gunfire at the facility. An Israel Defense Forces spokesperson said the IDF was carrying out a “high precision operation in limited areas” of the hospital. The IDF said “senior Hamas terrorists have regrouped” inside the hospital and...
Singer and songwriter Johanna Nangula Tommasi, known as NaJah, will take the spotlight at the upcoming Goethe-Institut Namibia’s inaugural ‘Night Under the Stars’ for 2024, on Friday, 2 February. For over 10 years, NaJah has built a name for herself with her passion for live music and authentic stage performances. She has worked with various...
Rundu pensioner Aloys Sipilikita (60) dreamt of his last-born son, Alpo (18), becoming a doctor or engineer. But he spent the festive season heartbroken, yearning for justice for Alpo, who was killed at Millennium Park at the north-eastern town on 22 September last year. There have been no arrests. Speaking to The Namibian at home...
The residents of Krönlein suburb at Keetmanshoop in the //Kharas region are once again petitioning the Liquor Board and the Keetmanshoop Magistrate’s Court for the closure of Oppi Hukki night club situated amid two churches, two primary schools and residential properties. In a letter written to the authorities, community members are questioning how and why...
The mics were on and the energy was electric at Drag Night Namibia’s final show for the year on Friday. Capping a season during which Namibia’s Supreme Court ruled to recognise same-sex marriages legally concluded abroad, Drag Night staged a roaring renaissance at the Goethe-Institut despite months of escalating anti- lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer,...
Woodstock Enterprises, located at Rehoboth, this weekend introduced its first night market. This comes after a successful event, titled ‘Gyzie and the Night’, was held on Saturday. The first night market featured langarm and jazz artist Gyzie. Bognahn Moller, Woodstock’s digital marketing and communications manager, says apart from providing live music, the market is aimed...
Okamita Properties, in collaboration with the Osona Property Management Company and Starlight Films Namibia, will host its first free outdoor movie night at Osona Village on Saturday. The event, to be held at the customer care centre, is aimed at bringing people together. Jacko Koen says activities will begin from 18h30, with the film due...
A groundbreaking Pitch Night event orchestrated by the National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology (NCRST) showcased impactful presentations by female trailblazers propelling diverse industries into the future. Sponsored by Debmarine Namibia, the event unfolded at the Marigold Hotel a fortnight ago, leaving attendees inspired and motivated. Amid an impressive turnout, the NCRST revealed that...
By Freeman Ya Ngulu. A successful PITCH Night event, organized by the National Commission on Research Science and Technology and sponsored by Debmarine Namibia, featured impactful presentations from women innovators who are driving the future of various industries. Held at the Marigold Hotel, the event provided an inspiring experience for attendees. The programme included a...
Ondersteun vanaand die DBV by Animals by Night Die Windhoekse Dierebeskermingsvereniging bied vanaand om ses-uur sy jaarlikse Animals By Night aan by The Village in Windhoek. Die musikante Jacob & Taylor en PD Stoman sal optree, Paulo Coelho sal jou laat lag, sewe kunstenaars sal skilder, aangebied deur Something Artsy, en daar sal ‘n fantastiese...