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Jericho Gawanab

Also known as: Gawanab · Jericho

Multi-award-winning Namibian rapper who recovered from cocaine addiction and now advocates against drug use.

2021-01-292026-05-11

In coverage

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  1. June 2024
  2. Hip-hop legend Jericho Gawanab, better known as J-Twizzle, dropped another lyrical scheme with the introduction of his seventh album, ‘The Signature’, last week.

    The Namibian

    Midyear Entertainment Recap
  3. September 2023
  4. Rapper and songwriter Jericho Gawanab said he and his family are well. This comes after a recent video circulating on social media indicated that the artist had died in a car accident.

    The Namibian

    I'm not dead – Jericho
  5. May 2022
  6. January 2021
  7. The album is a mix of conscious lyrics on trap beats, g-funk hooks and catchy melodies, with some songs featuring the king of hip-hop, Jericho.

    The Namibian

    Hoantami Jams in Khoekhoegowab

Friday 6 February

  1. Artist Gawanab shares story of recovery to inspire schoolboys

    Award-winning artist Jericho Gawanab spoke to boys at Augustineum Secondary School in Windhoek about his past struggles with drug and alcohol abuse, encouraging them to stay in school, remain disciplined, and make positive choices for society.

    6 February 2026 · New Era

Friday 9 January

  1. Rapper Jericho Overcomes Drug Addiction, Returns to Music

    Multi-award-winning Namibian rapper Jericho has recovered from years of cocaine addiction and is now sober for over four years. He has rebuilt his life, regained his music studio, and is using his platform to raise awareness about the dangers of drugs.

    9 January 2026 · New Era

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