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24 April 2026
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Event

Namibia Annual Music Awards

Also known as: NAMAs · the awards · Global Banking & Finance Awards · the NAMAs

Culture

Big Ben Live returns to Zoo Park after one-year break

The News

The annual Big Ben Live music show returns to Zoo Park on 18 April after being postponed last year due to scheduling and logistical conflicts. The Afrobeat musician plans to showcase new material from a completed album and emphasizes the importance of collaboration with other artists and producers.

17 April 2026 · New Era

Friday 17 April

  1. Big Ben Live returns to Zoo Park after one-year break

    The annual Big Ben Live music show returns to Zoo Park on 18 April after being postponed last year due to scheduling and logistical conflicts. The Afrobeat musician plans to showcase new material from a completed album and emphasizes the importance of collaboration with other artists and producers.

    17 April 2026 · New Era

Monday 13 April

  1. Gospel musicians demand greater inclusion in national events

    Namibian gospel musicians say they are consistently excluded from major national event line-ups and music awards, with only two gospel performers included in last month's Independence Day celebrations. Artist Abner Mumbala and others are calling for increased gospel representation at national events and expanded categories at the Namibia Annual Music Awards.

    13 April 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 8 April

  1. Bank Windhoek awarded Namibia's Banking Brand of the Year

    Bank Windhoek has been named Banking Brand of the Year – Namibia 2026 by the Global Banking & Finance Awards, recognising its exceptional brand presence and commitment to excellence. The award reflects the trust Namibians place in the homegrown bank and its focus on customer-centric service and innovation.

    8 April 2026 · New Era

Tuesday 31 March

  1. Ongoma Music Awards launched to nurture emerging Namibian artists

    The Ongoma Music Awards, a new initiative designed to provide recognition and a platform for emerging local artists, has attracted over 200 entries ahead of today's submission deadline. Founder Ndawana Ndume describes it as a development foundation rather than a competition, aimed at preparing talented artists for bigger platforms and addressing a gap in recognition opportunities.

    31 March 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 28 March

  1. Uno Boy returns with message of unity for Namibian music

    Award-winning musician Abner Kangumbe, known as Uno Boy, has returned from a four-year sabbatical during which he studied IT and co-founded an IT business. He is releasing new music and calls for Namibian artists to unite and work together to grow the industry, citing the success of South African artists who collaborate openly.

    28 March 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 23 March

  1. Musicians demand fairness, support in revived NAMAs

    Namibian artists have called for fair prize structures, better professional support, and financial literacy training as the government consults on reviving the Namibia Annual Music Awards, which were discontinued in 2020. The Arts Directorate is also advancing an updated copyright law to protect musicians and other creatives in the digital age.

    23 March 2026 · New Era

Monday 2 February

  1. Ministry revives Namibia Annual Music Awards after six-year hiatus

    The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture will invest N$10 million to bring back the Namibia Annual Music Awards, which ceased in 2020 after losing its sponsor MTC. According to Michael Kayunde, a media personality and events curator, while the revival is significant for the creative economy and job creation, questions remain about whether the budget is sufficient and whether arts and culture deserve their own dedicated ministry.

    2 February 2026 · New Era

Monday 26 January

  1. DJ Dozza builds international career through quality production

    Namibian producer Mentos Goagoseb, known as DJ Dozza, is gaining recognition locally and internationally through collaborations with German producer Leo Large, with recent placements on Netflix and Showmax, and upcoming releases planned for 2026.

    26 January 2026 · New Era

Tuesday 20 January

  1. Namibia's Annual Music Awards return after five-year break

    The Ministry of Education has confirmed the return of the Namibia Annual Music Awards for the third quarter of this year, ending a five-year hiatus since the Covid-19 pandemic halted the live entertainment sector. The ceremony is expected to support the creative economy and incorporate the digital landscape that has emerged in the music industry since 2020.

    20 January 2026 · The Namibian

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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