… All we want right now is to feel safe, to have clarity and to get home,” Rosmarin told his followers on TikTok on Monday. …
Stranded on board ‘hantavirus ship’Namibia Minute.
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Social media platform that removed 20 accounts featuring sexualized AI-generated content and faces proposed bans in some countries for under-15 users.
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- May 2026
… He described the DNA of social media platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and X as fundamentally flawed for traditional journalism. …
Getting real about media- April 2026
… That’s why you saw us bringing in trends from platforms like TikTok,” she says. “I remember one of the children saying: ‘ ‘Ching Ching’ only came out last week. …
The Stage Is a School In ‘Bang Bang’A young Namibian woman on TikTok recently posted a video saying she had reached three million views on a piece of content, but that it was pointless because she is Namibian. …
Three Million Views, Still Broke- March 2026
… Beukes acknowledged the importance of reaching younger audiences, particularly those who consume content on digital platforms. “If our 16-to-18-year-old readers are on TikTok, we need to find them there,” he said. …
‘Print still pays the bills’TikTok has banned 20 accounts after the BBC highlighted the use of AI-generated black female influencers to drive users to sites promoting sexually explicit content. …
AI videos of sexualised black women removed from TikTok after BBC investigation… Australia has already implemented a social media ban for children under the age of 16, while France recently approved similar measures, requiring platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and X, with the exception of WhatsApp, to block children’s access through age v …
Children and Social Media: To Ban or Not to Ban- February 2026
Namibian content creator Tangeni Neshuku (21), popularly known as ‘Tangos’ on TikTok, says he did not realise how popular his social media presence was until brands from abroad reached out to him for collaborations. …
TikTok star Tangos: From Namibia to the world- January 2026
… If it is passed, young teenagers would not be able to use networks such as Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok. …
Major step – French MPs vote in favour of bill to ban social media for under-15s… It gained unexpected attention online, especially on TikTok and Spotify. For the first time, he said, he felt seen. …
The quiet struggle behind the sound
World & Region
Hantavirus outbreak strands 150 on luxury cruise ship
The News
Around 150 people from 23 countries are stranded on the MV Hondius in the Atlantic near Cape Verde after three confirmed and five suspected hantavirus cases were identified on board. Three passengers have died, and the WHO says three suspected hantavirus patients have been evacuated to The Netherlands for medical care.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 7 May
Hantavirus outbreak strands 150 on luxury cruise ship
Around 150 people from 23 countries are stranded on the MV Hondius in the Atlantic near Cape Verde after three confirmed and five suspected hantavirus cases were identified on board. Three passengers have died, and the WHO says three suspected hantavirus patients have been evacuated to The Netherlands for medical care.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 5 May
University of Namibia hosts media industry lecture day
The University of Namibia's media society held a lecture day on "The Reality of the Media Industry" for over 50 students. Keynote speaker Johnathan Beukes, editor of The Namibian, discussed systemic challenges in traditional journalism, including competition from social media platforms prioritizing speed over accuracy, financial pressures as newsrooms compete with global tech giants, and recovery from Covid-19 pandemic impacts and declining advertising revenue.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Saturday 25 April
National Theatre collaborates to bring 'Bang Bang' to Grade 8 pupils
The National Theatre of Namibia and City of Windhoek transported more than 1,700 Grade 8 pupils to see 'Bang Bang', a play about school violence and youth challenges, directed by local theatremaker Veronique Kuchekana-Chirau. The production uses the 'Kilanova Method' to help pupils engage with their prescribed text while exploring issues such as bullying, trauma, criminal violence and teen pregnancy.
25 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Saturday 18 April
Namibian creators struggle to monetize global online reach
Namibian content creators face systemic barriers to monetizing their work despite reaching global audiences, including exclusion from payment platforms like PayPal, affiliate marketing programmes and freelance work sites that are unavailable or restrict access from Namibia. The author argues this reflects how the global digital system was designed with structural inequality, leaving Namibian creators with viewers but limited income opportunities.
18 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 26 March
Print revenue remains vital as Namibian expands digital platforms
Newly appointed editor Johnathan Beukes says The Namibian's printed edition continues to fund the publication despite expansion into digital and multimedia platforms, though print circulation decline appears to be stabilising. Beukes plans to reinvest in print while growing digital reach and building a newsroom culture that prioritises both journalists and readers.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Monday 23 March
TikTok bans accounts featuring sexualised AI-generated black women
TikTok has removed 20 accounts after the BBC and researchers found dozens of unlabelled AI-generated videos of highly sexualised black female avatars on social media platforms, many linking to explicit content sites. Critics say the trend perpetuates racist exploitation and stereotypes of black women through exaggerated depictions and race-based terminology.
23 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 8 March
Namibia debates social media ban for children under 15
Namibian lawmakers and child welfare experts are divided over whether to ban social media for children under 15, with supporters citing mental health and cyberbullying concerns while critics argue for evidence-based regulation rather than an outright ban. Experts also note that enforcement would be technically challenging given the ease of age verification manipulation.
8 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 24 February
Namibian TikTok creator Tangos builds global community through authentic content
Tangeni Neshuku, a 21-year-old Namibian content creator known as Tangos, has grown a significant international following on TikTok by developing his own style rather than simply copying trends, most notably his "gentle tambula" approach to popular sounds. Despite his social media success and brand collaborations, Tangos emphasises staying true to himself and balancing his digital presence with academic pursuits in actuarial science.
24 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 27 January
France's parliament backs bill banning social media for under-15s
France's lower house voted 116-23 in favour of legislation that would ban under-15s from accessing platforms like Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok, with President Macron calling it a "major step" toward protecting children's mental health. The bill now goes to the Senate for approval, and similar restrictions are being considered in other European countries including Denmark, Greece, Spain and Ireland.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 6 January
Rural Namibian artists face financial barriers to music success
Two musicians from outside Namibia's main music hubs—DJ Vuyo from Katima Mulilo and UGEE from Kavango East—describe the obstacles facing rural artists, including expensive studio time, costly professional promotion, and years of struggle before gaining national recognition. Both say persistence, self-funding, and remaining opportunity-ready have been key to building their careers.
6 January 2026 · The Namibian →