insert_link Entertainment “Golden” becomes first K-Pop song to win a Grammy (Pictured singer EJAE, Photo credit: The Chosun Daily/AFP-Yonhap) The song “Golden,” featured in the film KPop Demon Hunters, has become the first K-Pop track to win a Grammy Award. The track won best song for visual media at the awards ceremony in Los Angeles, marking a milestone moment for the global K-Pop industry. The win highlights the growing international influence of K-Pop beyond traditional music charts and into film and […] today2 February, 2026
insert_link Oshiwambo O NASCAM oya ndjekepo oshimaliwa shefumbiko lyiilyo okuza poodola 3 500 okuya poodola 15 000 O Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music oya tseyitha endjekepo enene lyoshimaliwa shefumbiko lyiilyo okuza poodola 3 500 okuya poodola 15 000. O Nampa oya lopota kutya aapambele ya nakusa Ras Sheehama oyo taya ningi yotango oku mona uuwanawa melunduluko ndika epe,sha landula eso lye etitano lya piti mepipi lyomimvo 59. Etseyitho olya ningwa pethimbo lyo concert yoku dhimbulukwa nakusa Ras Sheehama mo Windhoek,moka aahikingalo ooyakwawo naaholi yoo […] today12 September, 2025
insert_link Local 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 […] today31 October, 2024
insert_link 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 […] today12 July, 2024
insert_link 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 […] today5 April, 2024
insert_link Entertainment Kelly Clarkson inspired Gwen Stefani’s musical comeback Gwen Stefani has revealed how Kelly Clarkson convinced her to return to making music. today23 February, 2024
insert_link Entertainment Beyoncé makes history as first Black woman to top Billboard country chart Beyoncé has broken another record; this time in country music with 'Texas Hold 'Em'. today21 February, 2024
insert_link 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. today2 February, 2024
insert_link 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 […] today26 January, 2024
