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Sunny Boy

Also known as: Sunny Boy Shipushu · Mfanjana

Sunny Boy — Namibian rapper and producer known for hits "Balance" and "Summertime," creator of the hikwa genre blending hip-hop and kwaito.

2021-04-012026-05-11

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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. Sunny Boy has become a household name in the Namibian music industry. Born at Oshakati and baptised Pendukeni Shipushu, Sunny Boy moved with his parents to Ongwediva, where he lived until moving to Windhoek in his teens.

    The Namibian

    Breathe Music Like Your Air – Sunny Boy
  4. me asking God to make a way for me,” he reveals to The Weekender.“That’s when I got a call to move to Tsumeb for greener pastures, a move I would say changed everything,” he says.BIRTH OF “CRAZYBOY” The singer says the name VDKei Crazyboy was given to him by hikwa star Sunny Boy

    The Namibian

    From Fireside Tears to ‘I Am The Door’: VDKei Crazyboy’s Rise
  5. February 2026
  6. November 2025
  7. I first performed with the group and then solo at the end.” Sikiliza has collaborated with Carry K, Queen Linda and Phillip on ‘Smile’, Samuel Shine on ‘Tuyeni’, Dee’A on ‘Nduuva’, and Sunny Boy on ‘Ngai Ngei’.

    The Namibian

    Study the Craft and Claim Your Rights – Sikiliza
  8. July 2025
  9. October 2024
  10. Musicians Dj Vuyo, Dj Shoza, Tate Buti, Latoya Stella, Sunny Boy, Erro and Reeziana will add to the entertainment at the occasion.

    The Namibian

    Geingob Cup teams geared up
  11. June 2024
  12. The 16-track album features musicians like Sunny Boy, Page and Dice, and proves that the rapper is here to stay.

    The Namibian

    Midyear Entertainment Recap
  13. November 2023
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

Sunday 15 March

  1. Sunny Boy reflects on music career, advises upcoming artists

    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

Saturday 7 March

  1. VDKei Crazyboy and Proof Nana release album 'I Am The Door'

    Fidelis Pataka (VDKei Crazyboy), a self-made producer and artist from Ondonga, has released a 17-track collaboration album titled 'I Am The Door' with afro-fusion artist Proof Nana. The project blends soul, afro, spiritual elements and contemporary Namibian influences, with the artists aiming to reclaim local music's cultural roots.

    7 March 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 12 February

  1. Ms Gideon signs with Sony Music Africa, releases debut single

    Rising Windhoek-based singer Panduleni Gideon has signed a full record deal with Sony Music Africa in partnership with ERA Music Group and will release her first single 'Tiki Tak Tak' on 27 February. She is reported to be the only Namibian artist with a direct recording contract under Sony Music Africa's global roster.

    12 February 2026 · The Namibian

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