Namibia Minute.
24 April 2026
A daily Namibian brief · Est. 2026
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Anne Hambuda

Also known as: annehambuda@gmail.com · Hambuda

Social commentator and novelist who returned to film school at 31 to pursue her passion for filmmaking.

Culture

New podcast from Reggie and Frozen needs stronger direction

The News

A review of the first episode of 'The Black and Yellow Podcast', a new show on One Africa Television hosted by Namibian duo Reggie and Frozen with guest Michael Amushelelo, finds the conversation lacking structure and insight, circling predictably around dating and materialism rather than exploring deeper territory, though technical improvements and clearer direction could strengthen future episodes.

22 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 22 April

  1. New podcast from Reggie and Frozen needs stronger direction

    A review of the first episode of 'The Black and Yellow Podcast', a new show on One Africa Television hosted by Namibian duo Reggie and Frozen with guest Michael Amushelelo, finds the conversation lacking structure and insight, circling predictably around dating and materialism rather than exploring deeper territory, though technical improvements and clearer direction could strengthen future episodes.

    22 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 20 April

  1. NBC Drama School launches fifth season for young filmmakers

    The NBC Drama School is preparing its fifth season, aimed at equipping young creatives aged 18–35 with practical skills and real production experience to build sustainable careers in Namibia's film industry. Around 30 participants will work on a 52-minute film project over approximately six to eight months, with applications closing on 24 April.

    20 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 18 April

  1. Namibian creators struggle to monetize global online reach

    Namibian content creators face systemic barriers to monetizing their work despite reaching global audiences, including exclusion from payment platforms like PayPal, affiliate marketing programmes and freelance work sites that are unavailable or restrict access from Namibia. The author argues this reflects how the global digital system was designed with structural inequality, leaving Namibian creators with viewers but limited income opportunities.

    18 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 16 April

  1. Weekly cultural and community events calendar across Namibia

    The Namibian lists upcoming community activities including music festivals, workshops, exhibitions and regular classes across the country. Events range from a multi-event festival in May and health expo to concert performances, market activities and dance classes.

    16 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Namibian lawyer launches workplace rights podcast

    Vicky ya Toivo, a labour and employment lawyer, has launched 'WorkLifeNamibia', a podcast that explains workers' rights and employers' responsibilities in simple, practical terms. The series covers topics including wages, minimum wage, and employee leave, aiming to help people understand labour laws before workplace disputes arise.

    15 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 9 April

  1. Windhoek events guide: theatre, carnival, hiking this week

    The Namibian's weekly events guide lists cultural and social activities in Windhoek and beyond, including theatre performances for secondary pupils, the Windhoeker Karneval (Wika) festival with live music and food events, author workshops, hiking, reading groups, and recurring activities such as quiz nights, swing dancing, and language exchanges.

    9 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 4 April

  1. Millennials face different world than previous generations

    Anne Hambuda reflects on reaching the age her mother was when she was born, observing that while her generation faces a different, more expensive and isolating world than before, the core human experiences of fear, hope and aspiration remain constant across generations. Despite different circumstances, each generation navigates life with similar uncertainty and humanity.

    4 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 27 March

  1. Coming weeks offer markets, runs, music and creative workshops

    Namibia's event calendar features live music, rooftop jazz in Windhoek, community markets, marathon runs, acting workshops in Swakopmund, puppet-making sessions, and the start of Windhoek Karneval season, with activities ranging from free to N$600.

    27 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 25 March

  1. MTC Marketing Indaba returns to Windhoek April 8–10

    The second annual MTC Branding and Marketing Indaba will bring African marketing and communications professionals to Windhoek in April under the theme "Marketing From the Heart," featuring keynote speakers, panel discussions and networking focused on authentic storytelling, nation branding, and digital communication strategies.

    25 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 22 March

  1. Reckoning with liberation struggle's moral complexity

    A social commentator reflects on Namibia's independence struggle, examining how the Lubango dungeons and other violence during the liberation movement shaped the free but unequal society she inhabits today. She argues that acknowledging historical trauma and her own inherited privileges—of class, education, and heteronormativity—is essential to understanding ongoing systemic inequalities and working toward genuine justice.

    22 March 2026 · The Namibian →

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