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TopCheri

Also known as: TopCheri whatwhat

TopCheri — Namibian musician who won Best Star Artist for Southern Africa at the Shining Stars Africa Awards in Rwanda.

2021-07-022026-06-25
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  1. March 2026

  2. The Namibian

    TopCheri won best star artist category for southern Africa at 2025/26 Shining Stars Africa Awards in Kigali, Rwanda

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    “Asked if Namibian artists can compete beyond our borders, Sunny Boy says yes, highlighting that TopCheri won the best star artist category for southern Africa at the 2025/26 Shining Stars Africa Awards in Kigali, Rwanda, on Saturday.”

    Breathe Music Like Your Air – Sunny Boy

  3. New Era

    TopCheri won 'Best Star Artist Southern Africa of the Year' at Shining Star Africa Awards in Kigali

    Source

    “Award-winning singer and songwriter TopCheri has added yet another milestone to her career after winning 'Best Star Artist Southern Africa of the Year' at the Shining Star Africa Awards that took place in Kigali, Rwanda, on Saturday.”

    TopCheri shines in Kigali … scoops Best Star Artist Southern Africa of the Year award

  4. New Era

    TopCheri performed with both old tracks and newer music from latest album 'I am Monika'

    Source

    “The award ceremony was an exciting affair for the performer, who also took to the stage to deliver a performance that incorporated both her old tracks and newer music from her latest album, 'I am Monika'.”

    TopCheri shines in Kigali … scoops Best Star Artist Southern Africa of the Year award

  5. The Namibian

    TopCheri was named best star artist for southern Africa (2025/2026) at Shining Stars Africa Awards

    Source

    “Award-winning Namibian musician Monica Pineas, known as TopCheri, has been named the best star artist for southern Africa (2025/2026) at the Shining Stars Africa Awards.”

    TopCheri wins southern Africa award in Kigali

  6. The Namibian

    TopCheri delivered a performance at the ceremony

    Source

    “The Namibian star also delivered a performance at the ceremony, further cementing her growing presence on the international stage.”

    TopCheri wins southern Africa award in Kigali

  7. The Namibian

    TopCheri released her final album 'I Am Monika' last year

    Source

    “The award comes after the release of her final album, 'I Am Monika', which came out last year.”

    TopCheri wins southern Africa award in Kigali
  8. January 2026

  9. The Namibian

    TopCheri serves on the judging panel for Miss Petite Global Namibia 2026

    Source

    “The judging panel consists of South African pageant coach Jerobiam Julies, musician and entrepreneur TopCheri and Miss Tourism Africa International 2024 Ndinelago Emosho”

    Miss Petite Global Namibiareturns for third consecutive year
Culture

Sunny Boy reflects on music career, advises upcoming artists

The News

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 →

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 →

Monday 9 March

  1. TopCheri wins southern Africa artist award in Rwanda

    Namibian musician Monica Pineas, known as TopCheri, has been named the best star artist for southern Africa (2025/2026) at the Shining Stars Africa Awards ceremony in Kigali. The award recognises her work including her final album 'I Am Monika', and adds to her growing list of achievements as she continues to represent Namibia on continental platforms.

    9 March 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. TopCheri wins Best Star Artist award in Kigali

    Namibian singer TopCheri won 'Best Star Artist Southern Africa of the Year' at the Shining Star Africa Awards in Kigali, Rwanda, and performed tracks from her latest album 'I am Monika'. She expressed gratitude for the recognition and clarified that while stepping back from full-length albums, she will continue releasing singles and performing.

    9 March 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 29 January

  1. Miss Petite Global Namibia pageant returns for third year

    The Miss Petite Global Namibia 2026 pageant will take place on Saturday in Windhoek, with the winner receiving a N$10,000 cash prize and the opportunity to represent Namibia at the international pageant in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in May. The pageant aims to provide petite women with modelling and beauty industry opportunities while emphasizing personal development and confidence-building.

    29 January 2026 · The Namibian →

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