
From Okaruikombungu to the world: Capeaco's producer rise
Namibian producer Ivan Rirua Murangi, known as Capeaco, has gone from Okaruikombungu to producing for artists in Botswana, Zimbabwe, the UK and Ireland.

Namibian producer Ivan Rirua Murangi, known as Capeaco, has gone from Okaruikombungu to producing for artists in Botswana, Zimbabwe, the UK and Ireland.

Fourteen-year-old Roze van Wyk won nine events at the Bank Windhoek NASFED gala held simultaneously in Windhoek, Swakopmund and Oranjemund to open the 2026 swimming season.

Namibia's tourism regulator and police are investigating an alleged N$50,000 booking scam involving Italian tourists, weeks before peak season, with nine operator incidents reported since April.

Salt Essential IT has unveiled ZOLT, an AI assistant paired with holographic HoloFan displays that could serve Namibian ministries, hotels, universities and TVET colleges.

Namibia has pulled out of the Nordic-African foreign ministers' meeting in Oslo on 19 to 20 November, a move diplomats read as a diplomatic snub toward Norway as the two countries navigate stalled talks on oil and gas technical support.

Namibia's FMD outbreak threatens export markets, jobs and rural livelihoods. A Meatco board leader urges a coordinated plan to protect both animal health and the livestock economy.

The City of Windhoek denies favouritism in sand mining permits, saying halted operators lacked valid documents. The moratorium was lifted in November 2024.

Six Rundu Tennis Academy players have qualified for the NTA Junior Masters in Windhoek, proof that the Kavango East pipeline is producing nationally competitive junior talent.

Namibian health experts warn that energy drinks with up to 300mg of caffeine per can cause anxiety, insomnia and memory lapses during exams.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah revealed that Penehupifo Pohamba nursed without pay for three years while First Lady, as Namibia prepares her special funeral.

Nored acting CEO Toivo Shovaleka ordered power restored to a hotel run by board director Simeon Uahengo despite a N$325 000 arrears, The Namibian reports.

Finance minister Ericah Shafudah cut 2026/27 expenditure to N$105 billion as diamond revenue collapsed, drawing criticism from opposition parties over agriculture, housing, and defence spending.

A new play at the National Theatre of Namibia tells the true story of Michael, a nonspeaking boy on the autism spectrum, and the letterboard that opened his inner world.

A The Namibian essay argues organizations should prioritize daily purpose and equity over legacy, citing Capricorn Group's 44-year journey.

Six traditional authorities received N$4.29 million through the Namibia Traditional Authorities Trust to improve service delivery in communal areas.

Mingus Reedus, son of Norman Reedus and Helena Christensen, accepted an ACD on March 9, 2026, six days before trial. Court records show he was trying to wake Olivia Cotter after she passed out under the influence of drugs.

Fernando Muslera saved three penalties as 10-man Estudiantes de La Plata eliminated defending champion Flamengo 3-2 in a shootout to reach its first Copa Libertadores final since 2009.

Namibia's PSC says workplace trading without written approval is serious misconduct, with penalties up to dismissal, as regional compliance visits wrap up.

A viral reel claims Rodrigo Duterte is back in the Philippines, but he remains in ICC custody in The Hague and his trial starts November 30.

Marvel's The Fall of Kylo Ren confirms the Knights of Ren call the Force's two sides the Shadow and the Shine, adding new canonical vocabulary to the Star Wars galaxy.

Pelican-Valley commissioned Phase II of its Ecostay Apartments in Ogun State, reporting a 48.8 percent value gain per unit and handing keys to diaspora buyers.

Phone theft has become a defining issue of Brazil's presidential run-off, with 830,000 devices stolen last year and both candidates promising tougher sentences.

Trump told a Tennessee rally he could say anything and his supporters would still clap. Clinical psychologist Dr Tracy King explains why unconditional approval erodes accountability.

Syncthing kept files in sync across four devices for a full year with zero maintenance, no subscription and no cloud account, according to a hands-on XDA-Developers report.

Education Minister Yoav Kisch told The Jerusalem Post that Likud could bring Liberman into a Netanyahu-led coalition, while ruling out Golan and setting clear ideological red lines.

Sportskeeda's October 2026 review gives Planet Zoo 2 a 9/10, praising its animal behavior, balanced management systems, and conservation-focused design.

Channel 4's new reality series Apocalypse pushes contestants to 28 days without supplies, with four days of total starvation and open conflict between rival teams.

Taylor Sheridan's The Madison has spent over 100 days in Paramount Plus's top 10, and his entire TV empire is moving to Peacock in 2028.

Prince William politely declined a kiss on the cheek from a royal fan during a London walkabout after his Cricket on the Mall event, as footage of the moment spread online.
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