DJ Vuyo — musician from Katima Mulilo navigating rural music industry obstacles including expensive studio time and promotion costs.
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The Namibian
DJ Vuyo was featured on Mr Makoya's prayer song 'Lapele'
“Quizzed why he chose to feature DJ Vuyo and DJ Siya, he says these guys have been consistent from the get-go and have been holding the torch high.”
Mr Makoya Dedicates Song to Zambezi RegionAlexander Sikalumbu, known as DJ Siya, transitioned from spinning records at nightclubs to becoming a performer in his own right, with hits including 'Morena' (over three million YouTube views) and 'Bovo' (one million views). He is now in demand across the region and beyond, with bookings from Botswana, South Africa, Zambia, and the United Kingdom.
4 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Alexander Sikalumbu, known as DJ Siya, transitioned from spinning records at nightclubs to becoming a performer in his own right, with hits including 'Morena' (over three million YouTube views) and 'Bovo' (one million views). He is now in demand across the region and beyond, with bookings from Botswana, South Africa, Zambia, and the United Kingdom.
4 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Lucky Mumbela, known as Yoh Boi, is an independent musician from Katima in the Zambezi region who blends Afro music and Amapiano with local languages, drawing inspiration from his community and culture. Though he faces financial challenges in producing music videos, he earns income through local performances and distributes his music via digital platforms.
10 April 2026 · New Era →
Stanley Manuel, known as Stakes Boy, a 23-year-old from Opuwo, has become a rising Herero disco artist whose song "Ove Omuwa" achieved over one million YouTube views and gained traction on TikTok. He began recording music during the Covid-19 lockdown using his phone and has since collaborated with established artists, crediting persistence through criticism and online support for his success.
24 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Two musicians from Katima Mulilo and Kavango East describe the challenges of building music careers outside Namibia's main industry hubs, citing expensive studio time, difficulty affording professional videos, and limited promotion access, though one has gained recent online traction and another has achieved national recognition after years of persistence.
6 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Two musicians from outside Namibia's main music hubs—DJ Vuyo from Katima Mulilo and UGEE from Kavango East—describe the obstacles facing rural artists, including expensive studio time, costly professional promotion, and years of struggle before gaining national recognition. Both say persistence, self-funding, and remaining opportunity-ready have been key to building their careers.
6 January 2026 · The Namibian →