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Ras Sheehama

Also known as: the late Ras Sheehama · Ras Hans Sheehama

Reggae legend who died in September last year, featured posthumously on Patrick Sikiliza's Valentine's single 'Home Away From Home'.

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  1. February 2026

  2. The Namibian

    Ras Sheehama died in September last year

    Source

    “He adds that the song was recorded with a special meaning of love and to include the voice of Ras Sheehama, who died in September last year and was considered one of Namibia's most influential reggae artists and a carrier of the message of unity and social awareness in the country.”

    Patrick Sikiliza releases Valentine’s Day single featuring Ras Sheehama
  3. October 2025

  4. The Namibian

    Ras Sheehama died on 5 September

    Source

    “As fate would have it, Ras Sheehama died on 5 September and Jackson Kaujeua Junior on 7 September.”

    Ras Sheehama and Jackson Kaujeua Jnr: A Reconstruction
  5. September 2025

  6. The Namibian

    Ras Hans Sheehama used to call the author 'the philosopher'

    Source

    “Ras Hans Sheehama used to call me "the philosopher".”

    Ras Sheehama, the True Philosopher of Namibia

  7. The Namibian

    Ras Sheehama will be laid to rest on 20 September

    Source

    “Ras will be laid to rest on 20 September.”

    Ras Sheehama, the True Philosopher of Namibia

  8. The Namibian

    Ras Sheehama died untimely, exemplifying depression and suicide pandemic in Namibia

    Source

    “The untimely death of the great musician Ras Sheehama epitomises the pandemic of depression and suicide that Namibia is dealing with.”

    Are We Brave Enough To Talk About Mental Health in the Land of the Brave?

  9. The Namibian

    Ras Sheehama died at age 59 last week

    Source

    “Crowds of mourners gathered at Zoo Park's amphitheatre in Windhoek on Wednesday night to celebrate the life of Namibian reggae legend Ras Sheehama, who died at the age of 59 last week.”

    Hundreds Honour Reggae Legend at Tribute Concert
  10. July 2023

  11. The Namibian

    Ras Sheehama takes the stage for an intimate Acoustic Friday performance at FNCC.

    Source

    “Delight in the soulful sounds and nostalgic rhythms of Namibia's beloved musician Ras Sheehama as he takes the stage for an intimate Acoustic Friday performance.”

    Unmissable Events in Namibia
  12. May 2022

  13. The Namibian

    Ras Sheehama was performing live singing liberation songs at the Kavango River

    Source

    “We first encountered this prolific painter while she created art to the sound of Ras Sheehama singing liberation songs.”

    The World Through Shamoullah's Eyes
  14. March 2022

  15. The Namibian

    Ras Sheehama performed on day one of filming with deep attention to detail

    Source

    “Day one of filming featured Namibian legend Ras Sheehama.”

    The ‘Rock the Boat' Experience

  16. The Namibian

    Ras Sheehama performed on day one of filming

    Source

    “Day one of filming featured Namibian legend Ras Sheehama.”

    The ‘Rock the Boat' Experience
Culture

Namibian musician Jackson Wahengo charts path from exile to Europe

The News

Jackson Wahengo, a guitarist born in Swapo exile camps in Angola and Zambia, developed his Afropop-folk style by blending African traditions with jazz, zouk and reggae influences. Now based in Copenhagen, he has performed on European stages after learning guitar at age 14 and initially performing traditional songs and covers before joining Mighty Dreads in Windhoek.

Why it matters

Namibian musician Jackson Wahengo's journey from exile camp birth to Copenhagen-based Afropop-folk career showcases diaspora cultural achievement.

13 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 13 June

  1. Namibian musician Jackson Wahengo charts path from exile to Europe

    Jackson Wahengo, a guitarist born in Swapo exile camps in Angola and Zambia, developed his Afropop-folk style by blending African traditions with jazz, zouk and reggae influences. Now based in Copenhagen, he has performed on European stages after learning guitar at age 14 and initially performing traditional songs and covers before joining Mighty Dreads in Windhoek.

    13 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 25 April

  1. Big Ben concert at Zoo Park draws emotional crowd

    An opinion piece reflects on a Big Ben concert at Zoo Park, describing a chaotic but emotionally connected crowd that sang along enthusiastically, with moments including a live proposal, though the artist struggled with lyrics and the performance was imperfect overall.

    25 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 20 April

  1. Big Ben live concert draws hundreds in Windhoek

    Hundreds of music fans attended Big Ben's annual live concert in Windhoek on Saturday, featuring more than 30 songs from his discography and support from The Ells. Big Ben cited strong turnout, improved planning and positive crowd behaviour as indicators of growth, while highlighting the event as evidence of substantial local audience support.

    20 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 18 April

  1. Big Ben stages first live concert of year at Zoo Park

    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 →

Wednesday 8 April

  1. Mvula releases 18-track album, urges local music industry growth

    Namibian artist Lasarus Mvula has released his self-titled album featuring collaborations with local artists and blending African rhythms with international influences. Mvula says the industry has structural challenges despite pioneers paving the way, and calls for collective effort and discipline to strengthen Namibian music.

    8 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 20 March

  1. Khomas hosts cultural festival ahead of Independence Day

    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 →

  2. Khomas region hosts youth festival for 36th Independence Day

    The Khomas governor's office will host NamFest@36, a youth-centred festival on Friday featuring cultural events, an innovation talent show, an Uhuru march with over 1,000 participants, and a music bash. The festival will showcase free acts in music, poetry, dance, painting, plays and inventions, with over 50 performances and 20 local exhibitors, celebrating Namibia's Independence Day under the theme "Beyond 35: For a Prosperous Future."

    20 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 28 February

  1. Windhoek musician Ees balances music, merchandise in Germany

    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 →

Saturday 14 February

  1. Patrick Sikiliza releases Valentine's single with late Ras Sheehama

    Namibian artist Patrick Sikiliza has launched a Valentine's Day love single titled 'Home Away From Home', featuring reggae legend Ras Sheehama, who died in September last year. Sikiliza describes the song as a declaration of love about choosing one person regardless of life's circumstances, and says the release serves as a tribute to Sheehama's memory and a way of preserving his spirit among younger generations.

    14 February 2026 · The Namibian →

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