Also known as: Top Cheri
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The Namibian
Top Cheri advised her on building personal brand and sustaining long-term success
“Early on, another woman artist Top Cheri sat her down to lay out the ground rules: "how to build a personal brand, how to sustain yourself long-term, and how to stay unique without compromising your morals.”
A sit-down with Chilli BiteThe Namibian
Top Cheri will perform at the Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair
“This year will have various local artists and performances by the likes of Tate Buti, Top Cheri, Jericho, Sally and many more.”
Ongwediva trade fair comes of age with 25 years in businessThe Namibian
Top Cheri released 'I Am Monika', an 18-track album with collaborations with Dion PDK and Exit, produced in part by Andrew On The Beat
“Top Cheri returns with what she refers to as her final album, 'I Am Monika'.The 18-track project is designed to keep listeners company as they reflect on the year that was.Produced in part by the renowned Andrew On The Beat, the album features collaborations with Dion PDK and Exit, among others.”
Ke Dezemba Sounds: A Festive Basket of New Namibian MusicWindhoek-based DJ, MC, radio personality and entrepreneur Antoinette Njambali (Chilli Bite) made a career breakthrough at 19, starting with free gigs before moving into paid work and radio. She discusses navigating the local music industry as a young woman, building a personal brand, managing her career without a manager, and the importance of standing firm on professionalism.
24 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Windhoek-based DJ, MC, radio personality and entrepreneur Antoinette Njambali (Chilli Bite) made a career breakthrough at 19, starting with free gigs before moving into paid work and radio. She discusses navigating the local music industry as a young woman, building a personal brand, managing her career without a manager, and the importance of standing firm on professionalism.
24 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair, running until 29 August, is celebrating its 25th anniversary as a platform for businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors to interact in northern Namibia. The fair has planned special events including an inaugural half marathon, fireworks, and a documentary podcast series tracing its history back to its origins as "Let's Go North."
22 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Mega Ben, an 18-year-old musician from Tsumeb, is gaining attention in the Namibian music scene with work that speaks to self-acceptance; he proudly identifies as a gay artist aiming to represent the LGBTQI+ community in a country where visible queer pop musicians are few.
4 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Windhoek will host the Khomas Uhuru march and Namfest@36, featuring a 1,000-person parade, innovation talent shows, and music performances by local artists, to celebrate national unity before the official Independence Day celebrations at Sam Nujoma Stadium tomorrow.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
A locally produced film titled 'Life – Living in Faith Everyday' has earned two nominations at the Lift-Off Global Network Sessions, signalling growing recognition for Namibia's film industry. The 58-minute drama, shot in Windhoek and released in 2024, explores themes of betrayal, resilience, and gender-based violence, and has already drawn strong response at local screenings and from international adjudicators.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture has invited industry stakeholders to help shape the return of the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs), which have been dormant since MTC withdrew funding in 2020. A stakeholder engagement session is scheduled for 14 March to strengthen the awards' credibility and gather input on award categories, industry development needs, and future direction.
10 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Eric Sell, a Windhoek-born musician based in Germany for two decades, is currently working on his 16th studio album titled 'Freshness', which incorporates amapiano influences. He combines his music career with Nam Flava merchandise—including clothing, food products, and footwear—and advises aspiring artists that talent alone is insufficient and that fame requires sustained hard work.
28 February 2026 · The Namibian →