Also known as: 2018 Namibian Annual Music Awards
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The Namibian
… This WeekendThe Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, through the directorate of arts, in partnership with the National Theatre of Namibia, invites all music industry stakeholders to participate in the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) 2026 Industr …
Events this week and beyondThe Namibian
The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture has invited artists and music industry stakeholders to help shape the possible return of the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs), five years after it went dormant. …
Arts ministry seeks industry input to resurrect NAMAsThe Namibian
… n front of the mirror and pretend I was one big superstar and act crazy over the songs of the likes of Msawawa and Nigerian superstar Wizzkid.”In record time, Houseprince featured on The Dogg’s super hit ‘Nuka’, which was named song of the year at the Namibian Annual Music Awards …
Chester Houseprince Finds His RhythmThe Namibian
… We’re going to shoot our shot anyhow.” Considering the year as whole, Ndifon says The Ells will be dropping a new album and have their sights set on the Namibian Annual Music Awards (Namas). …
The Ells’ Cape Town tour heads ‘Up the Creek’The Namibian
The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture has announced that it will invest N$10 million to revive the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) after a six-year pause. …
Govt invests N$10 million for return of Namibian Annual Music AwardsInformanté
Staff Reporter The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture has announced that the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) will return this year, following a six-year pause. …
Namibian Annual Music Awards set to make a comeback this yearThe Namibian
… Production-wise, it’s the Namibian Annual Music Awards. Yet, the real love comes from the streets, trade fairs and festivals, where the connection is undeniable. …
Performing Pulls Introvert Dice Out Of His ShellThe Namibian
… The winner of seven awards with PDK, including best song of the year and best music video at the 2020 Namibian Annual Music Awards, says he is a born-again Christian. …
Study the Craft and Claim Your Rights – SikilizaThe Namibian
… The album ‘Final Warning’ received six nominations at the Namibian Annual Music Awards. …
Mr Makoya Warns Against Foreign CompetitionThe Namibian
… He is known for his soulful Afro-pop kizomba blend, being a two-time nominee at the Namibian Annual Music Awards, and is a former member of the duo ‘Onesto & Eddy’. …
Emerging artists creating music against all oddsNamibian musician Elemotho Mosimane, now based in East Africa, will perform at the National Theatre of Namibia on Saturday for his first show in the country since 2022. He says the intimate venue calls for a laid-back approach, and plans to focus on his acoustic guitar and lyrics rather than dancing, mixing new songs with old favourites.
28 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian musician Elemotho Mosimane, now based in East Africa, will perform at the National Theatre of Namibia on Saturday for his first show in the country since 2022. He says the intimate venue calls for a laid-back approach, and plans to focus on his acoustic guitar and lyrics rather than dancing, mixing new songs with old favourites.
28 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) have been revived and will hold their ceremony on 13 March 2027, with submissions open from 10 August to 11 September. Minister of education, innovation, youth, sport, arts and culture Sanet Steenkamp announced the government's N$10 million pledge toward the awards.
10 August 2026 · The Namibian →
On 1 August, Sicilia's Restaurant will host Suzi Eises, Big Ben, and South African singer Emil Struwig for Spotlight Night, featuring live performances combining saxophone, strings, and vocals.
22 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC) has handed over all intellectual property, copyright, audio, and visual material of the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) to the ministry of education, innovation, youth, sport, arts and culture, marking the end of MTC's and the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation's decade-long management of the awards.
3 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) has handed over the intellectual property and multimedia archives of the Namibian Annual Music Awards (Namas) to the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture. MTC invested over N$100 million in the awards over ten years; the brand is valued at over N$400 million, and the ministry will now manage the event going forward.
1 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian Afro-pop artist Sixer Vundakan released his fifth studio album, 'Kotse moKotse', an 18-track project on 30 April featuring collaborations with local artists and focusing on everyday life experiences and youth-related themes including discipline, growth, and avoiding self-destruction.
8 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Suzi Eises, a Windhoek-born alto saxophonist raised in Oranjemund, began playing saxophone at age 16 while attending boarding school in South Africa and was inspired by jazz bands and festivals there. She has released a self-titled album and describes her music as a blend of the different cultures she has been exposed to.
10 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Local singer-songwriter Salvador Mouers released his debut Afrikaans EP, 'Binne', following his selection as the first Namibian artist for the ATKV-Crescendo mentorship programme run by South Africa's Afrikaanse Taal- en Kultuurvereniging. The EP will be presented at 'Kosmos Fees' and is available on streaming platforms from 25 April.
25 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Musician Big Ben will perform at Zoo Park in Windhoek tomorrow with his full band, The Last Band, playing over 30 songs from his catalogue. The concert will include dedications to fallen leaders and will feature opening acts The Ells and DJs Kiki and Ambizzy, with gates opening at 16h00 and the show starting at 19h00.
18 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian rapper and producer Sunny Boy, known for hits like "Balance" and "Summertime," discusses his journey from church choir singer to established artist, his creation of the hikwa genre blending hip-hop and kwaito, and upcoming album "The Kingdom of Yaziza." He encourages aspiring musicians to pursue their passion while ensuring music becomes central to their lives, and notes Namibian artists can compete internationally, citing TopCheri's recent award win in Rwanda.
15 March 2026 · The Namibian →
This week in Windhoek features performances including the National Ballet School's 'Peter Pan', a four-day Fractal Festival of psytrance and electronic music at Spitzkoppe Mountain Range starting at N$1,200, and 'The Film Week', an annual celebration of Namibian cinema running through Sunday at Nust with screenings and industry discussions.
12 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 →
Namibian musician Chester Houseprince, who rose from dancing to a successful solo career since 2018, is now diversifying into business ventures while advocating for industry unity, genre-blending and merit-based artist bookings rather than favouritism in event selection.
7 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian acoustic duo The Ells are performing at Up the Creek Music Festival on 7 February after successful Cape Town gigs. The band is expanding internationally while working on their first full album and planning Namibia Music Awards submissions.
6 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture will invest N$10 million to revive the Namibian Annual Music Awards after a six-year pause, aiming to celebrate local musical talent and support growth in the music industry.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture has announced the revival of the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs) this year, following a six-year pause. The ministry aims to support the local music industry, encourage emerging artists, and reinforce music's role in nation-building and cultural identity.
26 January 2026 · Informanté →