Video streaming platform restricting Namibian creators' monetization access and enabling high data consumption through video playback.
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The Namibian
YouTube is running an experiment blocking ad blockers for some users
“Soon after the screenshot made the rounds on social media, the team confirmed to the moderators of the subreddit that the user was part of an experiment that the company was running.”
YouTube has begun blocking ad blockersThe Namibian
YouTube hosts Omlongo's music videos 'Feeling Good' and 'Ano Kuvitendje'
“Fans can get a taste of his music on YouTube, where he has two music videos titled 'Feeling Good' and 'Ano Kuvitendje'.”
Music vs PiracyThe Namibian
YouTube hosted 'Whatagwan' reaching million views
“Released on YouTube in April 2017, 'Whatagwan' is a kasi love song in which Oteya expresses her love for Macky2 in an open field.”
‘Whatagwan' Hits a Million ViewsThe Namibian
YouTube contains all sorts of content from raunchy music videos to inappropriate movies
“It contains all sorts of content from raunchy music videos to inappropriate movies, and it's easy for your child to find them.”
Keeping The Web Child-FriendlyThe Namibian
YouTube came up with YouTube Kids, which curates content specifically for children
“Although YouTube came up with YouTube Kids, which curates content specifically for children, it's unfortunately not available in Namibia.”
Keeping The Web Child-FriendlyThe Namibian
YouTube has flourished due to video content explosion
“Video content has exploded over the years, which is why companies such as Snapchat and YouTube have flourished.”
You're About To Go LiveThe Namibian
YouTube is alleged to be challenged by IGTV for video platform dominance
“Some say that IGTV is already giving YouTube and other video-related apps a run for their money, but it will take some time before it is considered one of the biggest video platforms in the world.”
IGTV – Video's Next Best HubThe Namibian
YouTube is one of the most popular sources of vlogging
“One of the most popular sources of vlogging is YouTube where users can track the number of views and build up subscribers.”
All About Blogging and VloggingA Namibian editorial examines the broader economic damage of the Fishrot scandal beyond direct theft, arguing that Namibia's greylisting and subsequent banking restrictions have hindered Namibian digital creators' access to international payment platforms and monetisation systems.
2 October 2026 · The Namibian →
A Namibian editorial examines the broader economic damage of the Fishrot scandal beyond direct theft, arguing that Namibia's greylisting and subsequent banking restrictions have hindered Namibian digital creators' access to international payment platforms and monetisation systems.
2 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Data services generated N$944 million in revenue during the second quarter of 2026, making it the largest source of income for Namibia's telecommunications sector. Total telecommunications revenue was N$1.9 billion between April and June, a 12% increase from the previous quarter, with mobile data usage rising to 30.8 million gigabytes, an 11% increase from the previous quarter.
22 September 2026 · The Namibian →
MTC's data adviser said the mobile operator does not steal customer data and charges consumption-based on actual usage. He attributed rapid data depletion to video streaming on platforms like YouTube and TikTok, and advised customers to reduce video quality or use data-saving features.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Under Namibia's Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Protection Act of 1994, copyright in a musical work lasts for the author's lifetime and for 50 years from the end of the year in which the author died. Copyright can be treated as movable property and may pass through a will or the law governing the deceased estate, making a songwriter's catalogue a potential asset of their estate.
22 August 2026 · The Namibian →
According to his mandatory financial report for 2025, US President Donald Trump made more than $1bn from cryptocurrency dealings, including $635m in royalties from a Trump meme coin and over $500m from World Liberty Financial, a crypto firm founded by his sons and children of his special envoy. The White House denied he was profiting from the presidency.
1 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Newly appointed National Arts Council of Namibia chairperson Lot Ndamanomhata aims to increase the creative sector's contribution to GDP from 1.5% to 3% under the sixth National Development Plan, citing improvements in the industry's coordination and citing 327 local film productions between 2022 and 2024 that generated an average of N$122.5 million in spending and created over 2,400 jobs. He acknowledged that policy, infrastructure, and financial deficits continue to constrain the sector, with funding remaining the most pressing challenge as most creative projects are self-financed.
9 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian Afro-pop artist Sixer Vundakan released his fifth studio album, 'Kotse moKotse', an 18-track project on 30 April featuring collaborations with local artists and focusing on everyday life experiences and youth-related themes including discipline, growth, and avoiding self-destruction.
8 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian artist Pandeni revealed that his music video 'Okay' earned N$900 from YouTube despite accumulating over a million views, sparking debate about the country's digital economy.
19 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
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 →
MultiChoice Namibia is phasing out its Showmax streaming service following a comprehensive review, citing significant financial losses and shifting viewer preferences toward on-demand streaming platforms. The company says the decision is part of a broader digital strategy and that it will redirect resources to DStv Stream, though the move has prompted concerns from local filmmakers about reduced platforms for African content.
13 March 2026 · New Era →
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 →
Popular content creator Darren Watkins Jr., known as IShowSpeed and boasting 48 million YouTube subscribers, is undertaking a "Speed Does Africa" tour across 20 African countries over 28 days, livestreaming his interactions with fans, local culture, sports, and daily life. The high-energy tour has attracted large crowds of young fans, though some critics on social media have dismissed it as a superficial spectacle that primarily benefits the entertainer himself.
19 January 2026 · The Namibian →