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Monday, 11 May 2026
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Shax Champion

Also known as: Shax · Champion

Teen musician who won song of the year at 2025 MTC Namibia Content Creator Awards for his hit "Soos 'n Dier."

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  1. March 2026
  2. The public can look forward to performances from King Tee Dee, Sunny Boy, PDK, Exit, Stakes Boy, Shax Champion and many more.

    New Era

    Khomas Uhuru march today
  3. February 2026
  4. January 2026
  5. December 2025
  6. Shax Champion – Popular Singles Capturing the hearts of both young and old, Shax Champion remains one of the most talked-about names right now.With popular singles such as ‘Gemors’ and ‘Koppyn’, his music has become a staple on playlists and at events.Chances are high that you mi

    The Namibian

    Ke Dezemba Sounds: A Festive Basket of New Namibian Music
  7. Other significant winners included Jamie-Lee Loss, who was named influencer of the year; Shax Champion, who won song of the year; and the group ‘Guys’, who claimed the film commission and TV actor of the year award.

    The Namibian

    Digital creators in the spotlight
  8. October 2025
Culture

Khomas hosts cultural festival ahead of Independence Day

The News

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

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 14 February

  1. Rising amapiano star Shax Champion on his rapid success

    Teen musician Andreas Shipanga, known as Shax Champion, has seen rapid stardom since his debut hit "Soos 'n Dier" in June 2024, crediting his unique sound and choral background for his success. He won song of the year at the 2025 MTC Namibia Content Creator Awards and advises aspiring musicians to develop their own style rather than copying international artists.

    14 February 2026 · The Namibian

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

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