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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

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NACN GRANTS RESULTS CYCLE THREE (3)

31 OCTOBER 2024 In a year marked by growing artistic innovation and resilience, the National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN) is thrilled to announce the latest achievements in its grant-funding programme. The Cycle 3 grant disbursement, totaling N$673,552.00, will support twenty-four (24) diverse creative projects. This allocation reaffirms NACN’s strategic commitment to nurturing an inclusive arts ecosystem that not only enriches the cultural sector but also contributes meaningfully to its […]

todayOctober 31, 2024 8

Entertainment

Brenda Fassie’s 1997 hit song Vulindlela still raises questions about South Africa as a nation

          By Mbali Mazibuko, University of Johannesburg   In 1997, South Africa’s most famous music star had a huge hit. Brenda Fassie’s Vulindlela became a national pop anthem, played especially at weddings and celebrations. Vulindlela can be loosely translated from the Zulu language as an instruction to “make way” or, if you like, “clear the path”. The song is about making way for the groom (and […]

todayJuly 12, 2024 57

Local

Capricorn private wealth baroque festival sets its tune

  The Namibian National Symphony Orchestra (NNSO), supported by Capricorn Private Wealth, is preparing for another exciting and engaging programme for this year's Baroque Festival, which will take place on Saturday, 20 and Sunday, 21 April 2024, at the NG Church on Daniel Munamava Street in Windhoek. Board member of the NNSO, Irmgard Rannersmann, said the festival strives to encourage young Namibian artists and their music to progress. “The NNSO […]

todayApril 5, 2024 9

World

Universal Music Group pulls songs from TikTok

Universal Music Group has pulled its music catalog from TikTok after the two sides failed to reach a new licensing agreement. The world's largest record company is home to artists such as Taylor Swift, the Weeknd and U2. Ira Spitzer reports.  

todayFebruary 2, 2024 5

Namibia

Nascam operating without policies for 26 years

    The Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music (Nascam) has been operating for 26 years without any operational policies. Speaking at Nascam’s open day here on Thursday, its new Chief Executive Officer, Albert Nicanor expressed discontent over the lack of policies and technical capacity to implement its mandate over the years, resulting in many local artists being unhappy with the institution’s leadership. Nascam collects royalties fees for […]

todayJanuary 26, 2024 28

Entertainment

Swakopmunder Musikwoche brings people together – Kötting

  After a few weeks of preparation, the Namib Primary School Hall was packed to the brim when the Swakopmunder Musikwoche lived up to expectations this past weekend, delivering memorable performances in Swakopmund. The concert gripped the audience with captivating stories of love, hate, jealousy, war, and victory, all told through music. The Youth Orchestra kicked off the concert with six pieces under the direction of Hendi Krog. They performed […]

todayDecember 20, 2023 30

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