… Let us as Namibians protect our queens, not persecute them.” Miss Namibia Organisation chief executive Umbi Karuaihe-Upi says she was ashamed of the comments made against Swartbooi, stressing that the pageant embraces Namibia’s multicultural identity. …
Miss Namibia sisterhood speaks out against cyberbullying of Johanna SwartbooiNamibia Minute.
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Miss Namibia Organisation
Also known as: Miss Namibia pageant
Organisation that hosts Miss Namibia and Miss Teen Namibia pageants, positioning them as platforms for leadership, education, and social empowerment with Miss Universe representation.
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- November 2025
… ostume captures their essence through handcrafted detail and symbolic materials,” she adds. “At the heart of the look was a handmade headdress woven from natural fibres and dyed in earthy tones – a reflection of Mbunza womanhood, strength and belonging.” Miss Namibia Organisation …
Miss Earth Namibia returns home after making top 25 in Manila- October 2025
… I want to help break that cycle.” Miss Namibia Organisation chief executive Umbi Karuaihe-Upi says Boeren is an absolute pleasure to work with. …
More than a crown: Meet Miss Teen Namibia 2025- July 2024
… This was confirmed by Miss Namibia Organisation chief executive Umbi Karuaihe-Upi this weekend, saying a night of glamour awaits. …
All set for first ocean-view Miss Namibia crowning… Miss Namibia Organisation chief executive Umbi Karuaihe-Upi says Ribeiro’s experience thus far has been amazing. …
Miss Teen Namibia competes in India pageant- January 2021
… Conny Maritz, the managing director of the Miss Namibia pageant, noted that the pandemic resulted in the declaration of a state of emergency, an international travel ban, national lockdowns and a general economic depression. …
Breytenbach Confident About 2021
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Former runner-up returns to Miss Namibia pageant
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Albertina Haimbala, who finished as first runner-up in the 2023 Miss Namibia pageant and later competed as Miss Earth Namibia in 2024, has returned to compete in the 2026 pageant, aiming to represent Namibia at Miss Universe.
9 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Monday 9 March
Former runner-up returns to Miss Namibia pageant
Albertina Haimbala, who finished as first runner-up in the 2023 Miss Namibia pageant and later competed as Miss Earth Namibia in 2024, has returned to compete in the 2026 pageant, aiming to represent Namibia at Miss Universe.
9 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Miss Namibia, Miss Teen semi-finalists announced for 2026
The Miss Namibia Organisation has revealed 20 semi-finalists for Miss Namibia 2026 and 10 semi-finalists for Miss Teen Namibia 2026. The selected contestants will participate in mentorship, training, and community initiatives before the national finals later this year in Gobabis.
9 March 2026 · New Era →
Friday 27 February
NBC's Karuaihe-Upi steps down as Miss Namibia Queen Mother
Umbi Karuaihe-Upi has announced her departure after 35 years with NBC and leadership of the Miss Namibia Organisation, saying it is time to focus on personal projects and live a full life. Under her stewardship since 2023, she transformed Miss Namibia into a movement for change centred on education, housing, and women's empowerment, with contestants achieving international placements including a return to the Miss Universe Top 20 after two decades.
27 February 2026 · New Era →
Tuesday 24 February
Miss Namibia chief retires after 35-year media career
Umbi Karuaihe-Upi, longtime media executive at the NBC and chief of the Miss Namibia Organisation, has stepped down after 35 years, citing her philosophy that "a good dancer knows when to leave the stage." During her tenure, she repositioned the pageant as a platform for social change and empowerment, emphasising educational scholarships and supporting Namibia's culture and tourism sectors.
24 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 22 February
Miss Namibia chief executive Karuaihe-Upi steps down after 35 years
Umbi Karuaihe-Upi, who has led the Miss Namibia Organisation and worked at the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation for 35 years, has announced her departure. She says the organisation is left in stable condition and notes succession planning was a priority during her tenure.
22 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Saturday 7 February
Miss Namibia 2026 applications closed, competition enters selection phase
The Miss Namibia Organisation has closed applications for 2026 competitions and completed candidate screening. The pageant continues to position itself as a platform for leadership and social impact, with winners and finalists involved in charity work, mentorship, and national development initiatives.
7 February 2026 · New Era →
Monday 26 January
Miss Namibia 2026 pageant opens entries for women and teens
The Miss Namibia Organisation has opened entries for the 2026 pageants, with applications closing 30 January. Reigning Miss Namibia Johanna Swartbooi describes the competition as a "starter pack for adulthood" requiring professional coaching in public speaking, interviews and presentation skills, while the winner receives a house, car, cash and scholarship plus the chance to represent Namibia at Miss Universe.
26 January 2026 · The Namibian →