Madeline Louw

The Magic Moments episode from the MYD series, Independent Connection. Here we look back at the series, and the many voices that gave insight into the strength of connection, and how this…

This week we caught up with Zenzi Awases. Who is one of four MiLife New Year New Me competition winners. Zenzi won a 2 year MiLife membership and a Garmin…

On this #TribeExclusive, the Land of the Brave gears up for the most anticipated musical event on the Namibian events calendar. Nominees, Namibians and Africa are revving with excitement! With just…

The Namibian music industry is as much as a jungle as any other music industry in this world so yes, the struggle is real. The only way to make it…

The recently concluded Namibia Theater and Film Awards saw Namibian actors and actresses walk away with the biggest film accolades in the Land of the Brave. The Tribe got on…

DJ’s are known to entertain us and set the atmosphere at most social and entertainment events, but a group of Namibian DJ’s known collectively as Shack72 are breaking the boundaries…

An ancient practice, Yoga is more than 10,000 years old with the earliest mention of the tradition found in the worlds oldest surviving literature. There are reasons why this practice…

Creating an income from what started at a hobby, Namibian born, Moris David has become known in the city centre for his consistently happy face and generously warm-hearted nature. That…

An exhibition that looks at Namibian architecture, past, present and future, is about to open its doors to the public to view an artistic counter point of static and active,…

The Riemvasmaakers, as subsistence farmers, have been living together with wildlife while also working to protect wildlife and the environment for ecotourism since the 1980’s when theirs was the first communal…

  Anxiety will take a difficult but manageable situation, and convince you that it is an unbearable and unfixable disaster. With stress and anxiety pulling the reigns, decision-making abilities and…

To connect with others, we need to be able to connect with ourselves first. In this episode of the MYD Show, we were joined in studio by certified Meditation Coach…

Loving yourself, as you are, is the foundation on which you enable yourself to achieve your dreams. Priscilla, the Namibian Dessert Queen, is an example of this. “We tend to…

Namibian born musician, composer, performing artist and musical activist, Elemotho, is about to release his fourth album. Touted as the soundtrack to the new sunrise which is on the rise,…

Nestled in the heart of Windhoek is a little bookstore with Namibian patriotism displayed on the shelves as literature. “We try to have all Namibian books available and anything about…

Winter can be a trying time both mentally and physically. While it sounds tempting to stay inside and hide from it all, being proactive about your health and wellbeing will…

If your muscles are extremely sore don’t expect the pain to subside after a single essential oil massage application. You might have to give yourself two to three days rest…

In this episode of the MYD Earth Show, Desiree Naobes guides us through the first UNESCO World Heritage Site in Namibia. Whilst on a recent visit to Southern Kunene, MYD…

In an average life, some kind of traumatic or extremely tense situation has been experienced. If unresolved, traumas can lead to substance abuse, violence, depression and high levels of chronic…

An advocate for conscious social development, musician, composer, permaculturalist and educator, Joel Karabo Elliott joined us in studio for this episode of the MYD Show. “I started growing weary of…

Social Solidarity is the key to a thriving Africa. This is the belief of Professor Evance Kalula, Professor of Law at the University of Cape Town who joined us for…

Rundu born, Luis Munana, is an International Model, Big Brother Africa Housemate, TV Presenter and more. Right now, he’s busy with a project to launch a Namibian children’s cartoon television…

In an economy, focusing on development alone has been proven to be short sighted, for development alone neglects adaptability, integration and empowerment. To find out more about the movement of…

Consistent exercise and proper nutrition play a vital role in your ability to maintain your overall health and quality of life. Your body needs quality fuel and proper maintenance to…

In this episode of the MYD Earth Show, we hear first hand from the Save the Rhino Trackers in the Kunene Region, who work tirelessly every day to protect our Rhinos. Rhino…

Foibe Amundaba is a Namibian artist whose exhibition, “Contrasting colours of a Namibian”, is on at the FNCC right now. Her work is a collection of breathtaking images where colour…

Deep connection nurtures relationships But how do you maintain your independence within the realms of a healthy connected relationship? This is what 99FM’s Heart asked Namibian Clinical Psychologist and regular…

“Now it’s moving to the formal locations like residential in town, we’re talking about the business premises located in the industrial areas Prosperita, Northern Industrial and even areas such as…

Curator of Collections at the National Art Gallery of Namibia and Artist, Gina Figueira, joined us in studio for this episode of the MYD Show. “Artists are giving something of…

Fresh from winning the title of Best Actress in Film at the Namibian Film and Theatre awards, Miss Namibia 2010, Odile Muller joined us in studio for this episode of…

The economy that revolves around peoples social activities is called the ‘leisure economy’. While the leisure economy is a term used for a city’s high street that is lined with…

Former US President George W. Bush and Former First Lady Laura Bush will visit Namibia and Botswana from April 4 – 6, 2017. “The trip will highlight the Bush Institute-…

While essential oils may not be the best medicine for all of our modern day complaints, they are phenomenal remedies for complaints related to sore and painful muscles. The ones…

MYD Earth travelled to Koakoveld and Damaraland with Wilderness Safaris, to find out first hand about Namibian conservation successes. At Wereld’s End, in the howling wind, two legends of Namibian…

Raising children is one of the hardest and most rewarding jobs possible, yet also a job for which most are the least prepared. Effective Parenting is learning the skills required…

Tulina Nakashona is a Namibian textile artist, Thabo Pitso is a South African sculptor and installation artist. What connects these two artists is that their work stands side by side…

The Future Invest Show this week brings you a review of important topics discussed on the show over the past 22 weeks. In this special and final edition we speak…

“We need to think differently and take development back to the rural areas instead of having everyone flock into cities and thereby actually putting strain on the infrastructure that is…

A week filled with music across genres and venues all over Windhoek! The choices are endless! Karaoke Night Date: Tuesday, 28 March 2017 at 20:00 Venue: Warehouse Theatre – Boiler…

On this Tribe eXclusive, we turn up the heat with Dice #1 Stunner. The DarkDoggs are in the building. Its been three years since the release of his award winning…

Dynamic, powerful and beautiful, Namibian Film and Theatre Actress Girley Jazama joined us in studio, for the MYD Show, to talk Independent Connection. “I think connections are the pivotal point…

Michael Mulunga was born and raised in Windhoek. During his school years he was involved with the Young Achievers Empowerment Project, a youth led organisation in Katutura that inspires and…

Communication is the backbone on which companies function. Good communication affects everything from team morale, to productivity and profitability. All too often, what we try to communicate gets lost in…

The Khomas Environmental Education Programme (KEEP), is an exciting initiative of the Giraffe Conservation Foundation in Namibia. It’s a field-based environmental education programme that allows young people to reconnect with…

lke Platt-Akwenye was born in Windhoek. She started working in broadcasting in 2003 and is well known in Namibia by her stage name, Cutie. Currently she is the Manager of…

Since it’s inception, 23 years ago, the Tulipamwe International Artists’ Workshop has been a showcase of the power artists derive from collaboration. Now running at the National Art Gallery of…

Che Ulenga is no stranger to the world of media and entertainment, having been an on air radio DJ and producer for the last 11 years. Having just been nominated…

Muscle aches and pains plague everyone- some people more than others. Whether it’s due to exercise, illness or just a certain monthly visitor, soreness can change what began as a…

The Society for Family Health (SFH) in collaboration with the Finnish Nuovo Nordic Health Care Centre and Betesda Medical Care Centre recently joined hands in supporting Government efforts to provide…

“The best way to find out the liquidity of your investment is to determine how long it would take for that investment to be sold and converted into cash in…

  On this Tribe eXclusive, we go back behind the scenes and celebrate those who motivate and encourage artists to be the best of themselves to the rest of the world….

Namibia has much to be proud of in the environmental and conservation field. NEWS is the Namibian Environment and Wildlife Society that encourages people to build on our strengths by…

We caught up with Fortune Kangueehi, to find out how the first three weeks of her MiLife New Me journey is going. Here are extracts from her workout journal. “So I…

The Magic Moments episode from the MYD series, We Are Because of One Another. Here we look back at the golden moments from the series, the magic, the learning and…

Diabetics require specialised care, something one Namibian, Sister Hileni Samuel, knows well through her 23 years of  experience in the nursing fraternity. As such she has established, a first in…

“It is most important to be honest to yourself. Each person’s situation is unique. Include all debts and assets. It is also easier to track whether you are saving and…

“Government needs to change, they cannot just give one person five to six tenders in a year while there are other companies that are not getting anything,” said Johannes Alugodhi…

There are no shortcuts to fitness and you have to motivate yourself enough to get out the door and workout. A gym is an option to put your fitness plans…

Hilma Angula is a dynamic Namibian woman who is involved in various levels of conservation. She works with communities supporting our communal conservancy programs at NACSO, is the Grants Advisor…

In life and in business, obstacles faced often weaken our resolve to continue. How does one re-energise in the face of setbacks, is what 99FM’s MYD Smart asked Namibian Industrial…

The 2017/2018 financial Year Budget Speech is expected by Minister of Finance Honorable Calle schlettwein this week. PWC Partner/Director Johan Nel says he would like to see the minister address…

Four-time Olympic silver medallist Frankie Fredericks has stepped down from a key role at athletics’ world governing body after corruption claims. IAAF council member Fredericks, also a member of the…

Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) Ian Erlank warns investors on the dangers of trading for yourself on Stock Exchanges and Currency Markets. “Generally I do not…

Nelao Nengola was born in Namibia and studied to be a certified Personal Trainer and Wellness Coach in America at the National Academy of Sports Medicine. She is the owner…

“Even with the normal population growth within the City, excluding the impact of migration, the infrastructure development and the support systems that the City of Windhoek has in place is…

Mo Shê was born in Nigeria but has lived in many African countries. Now in Namibia studying his doctorate, Mo found creative expression that is getting him noticed far and…

Realising that to live in a better world we need to make the world better, has resulted in the birth of Poiyah. A charity organisation, Poiyah wants to be the…

Friday’s are the most anticipated day of the week…Simply because its Tribe time. This week on the show – we sneek in behind the scenes of the music business and…

Pashuka, which means to be alert, enlightened, wise and with open eyes, has just opened up at the National Art Gallery of Namibia (NAGN). It’s a reading corner housed inside…

There are so many things you can add this year to be healthier. They cost absolutely nothing. Try adding more of each of these to your day-to-day to make this…

The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources said that it is safe again to consume mussels from the Walvis Bay and Swakopmund areas. Mussel samples from the Walvis Bay Mariculture…

Development that considers the environment is the goal for a sustainable future. That future lies in the hands of the youth as the future custodians of our environment. “It would…

The Ministry of Mines and Energy announced that fuel pump prices for March 2017 will increase at 00h01 on 01 March 2017. The production cuts by the OPEC members and…

Bulelwa Makalima-Ngewana is an urban revivalist who has been instrumental in creating economically thriving and creative public and private spaces in which to live, work and play in Cape Town’s…

From humble beginnings in Oshakati to featuring on BET’s A-List – Gazza is in a lane of his own. This week on the #TribeXclusive – the 14 time award winner,…

Last week on the Future Invest Show Claudia Boamah, Economic Analyst at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) spoke about Economic as well as Market Indicators and Investing, the purpose of these…

Food is fuel for our bodies and using the right fuel has an effect on our hearts, brains, moods, creativity and much more. In Windhoek, a group of passionate foodies,…

Rosa Namises is a Namibian politician and human-rights activist who has made many self-less contributions towards the lives of Namibians, both young and old. “You must do the things where nobody sees…

Ashwyn Mberi is a performing artist, poet and television presenter, actor, director and MC. Born in Harare, Ashwyn moved to Windhoek in 2013 pursue studies here. He says when he…

Another example of the power of collaboration in the Arts is the musical duo of Blend. The duo are pure fusion themselves, consisting of French-born Christian Polloni, (who is recognised…

“The mosquitoes have developed resistance against insecticides used to treat these nets. The nets are treated with insecticides to kill the mosquitoes before they actually bite human beings or their…

For the next three months we will be following Fortune Kangueehi’s MiLife New Year, New Me Journey. Fortune is the Marketing Director and Partner at 99FM. She is also a Masterchef…

The Namibian Association of Community Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM) Support Organisations (NACSO), is the support body for Namibia’s internationally acclaimed approach to conservation; the communal conservancy program. “Poaching is…

Economic Analyst at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) Claudia Boamah said Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth is the most important rate as it sheds light on the overall health of an…

One Namibian business that was born out of passion seems to be unstoppable in their success. From humble beginnings in Swakopmund, Slowtown Coffee Roasters have become a proudly Namibian household…

Dr. Ruben Kanime hails from a village in the Omusati region. His exceptional grades afforded him the opportunity to study medicine aboard on scholarship, but this meant he had to…

Luis Munana was born and raised in Rundu, the last born of six siblings. His determination and focus in school saw him receiving a scholarship to study Finance. While a…

Up close is what you get, to Namibian musicians, when you visit the Boiler Room in Windhoek between Wednesday and Saturday every week. The stage is a home for local…

The black rhinoceros has already been hunted to extinction in many parts of Africa and now survives in only five countries namely Namibia, South Africa, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Tanzania. Renewed…

The month of love brings with it opportunities to reflect on the love in our lives. It is also, in the literal sense, a chance for us to consider the…

Namibia has key environmental policies that have led to this country having one of the most innovative and successful approaches to wildlife management in Africa. However according to the Namibia…

Dr. Gustav Gous is a Namibian born International Speaker and trainer. He is the Managing Director of a company which specialises in creating Inter-Cultural Intelligence in organisations. Recently back in…

A new beginning for the Arts Association Heritage Trust as a revival exhibition is asking all the lovers of art, to travel back in time to see the future of…

Retirement Planning consists of two phases: pre-retirement planning and post-retirement planning. The goal is to achieve financial independence post-retirement, that’s why you need to make sure that in your pre-retirement stage…

“We have become so stationary in our lifestyles, we forget that we need to move our bodies. Not moving is decay.” Women who support each other has a positive affect…

Maxi Louis is one of the cornerstones of Namibian conservation having been involved, since the inception, in the establishing of our communal conservancy programmes. From growing up in Katutura, during…

A Namibian comedian and actress, Helouis Goraseb, joined us in studio for the MYD Show to talk about her journey as a female comedian, her unique and thought provoking style…

You will never guess who we catch up with in this weeks #TribeXclusive… ma /gaisa Maestro with 7 studio albums and countless hits under his belt – Standley Hamaseb, more popularly known…

Incorporating fun and original exercises into your day can make working out so much easier. Some of these workouts can be done during other activities during the day too. So,…

Cactus plants, outside of their home ranges, are among the most damaging invasive plant species in the world. Not a single cactus is endemic to Africa, and in many parts…

Economic Analyst at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) Claudia Boamah joins us this week on the Future Invest Show sharing her views on Namibia’s Economic Outlook for 2017. “Our in-house estimate…

The way you begin this year sets the tone and stage for whether this year creates your breakthrough or just becomes another repeat of last year. Every new year is…

“All ideas arise when someone combines the knowledge and information they already have to come up with something new” according to Fredrik Härén, author and speaker on Business Creativity. Fredrik…

It’s award season elsewhere in the world and the Land of the Brave is building up to host one of the biggest Music Entertainment events -The NAMAwards 2017. We are…

Nabukenya Muwonge is a certified Life Coach who worked as a training and development specialist in Public Health for 8 years before transitioning to her passion as a Life Coach….

Suta Kavari joined us for this episode of the MYD Show to talk about his recent experiences as a Namibian living in Lebanon and working with Syrian refugees. Suta, an economist my…

The stage is set for an exhibition that is also the scene of a murder mystery. An anonymous artist has, in a mischievous yet meticulous style, prepared an entertaining journey…

We catch up with NAMAward winning artist – Lize-Leandra Ann Ehlers  as she shares #Heal – her latest album and how 2016 knocked the ground out from under her and most…

We catch up with one of Namibia’s biggest music labels as the Director and Founder of OgopaButterfly Namibia, Suleimen Kyababa, better known as Sula, takes us on a history lesson…

If ever you needed a good reason to reach out to your friends today, how about the fact that great friends make you happy and healthy. Your friends, the ones…

Fish is one of the most traded food commodities in the world and half of this demand originates in developing countries. Contributing to food security and livelihoods, without sustainable practises being used…

Findings from the Namibia Statistics Agency’s (NSA) Namibia Household Income & Expenditure Survey (NHIES) 2015/16 show a substantial drop in poverty rates over the past 13 years. The latest Economy…

“I normally advise clients to report the estate as soon as possible after the death occurred or funeral was done, or at least inform the Executor of the death, and…

“I think an individual at any point in their careers should come in for testing as it may point to strengths which can boost confidence both in and out the…

THE TRIBE on 99fm. Over the last few weeks, the Namibian social media experience has been ablaze with a full on debate on whether Namibian radio stations should buy Namibian…

As human beings we claim prevention is better than cure but when it comes to the lifestyle choices we make, that will in the long-term, affect our overall well-being, we…

Wim Boshoff, Wealth Manager at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM), elaborates on what investors must look out for when comparing rates.  He warns investors of interest rate pitfalls that we can…

To practice is to learn and learning is ultimately how we succeed at anything. A new exhibition at the National Art Gallery of Namibia (NAGN), is about to open that…

Minister of Finance Honourable Calle Schlettwein in 2016 held a Public Private Partnership (PPP) Conference in order to harness PPP’s to finance infrastructure. As Government struggles to fund infrastructure projects,…

Namibian Clinical Psychologist and regular MYD contributor, Heidi Burmeister Nel, shares here the five things she knows will build her as a person in 2017, so that armed with a…

Welcome back to the Tribe on 99FM!! 2017 so far has been electrifying when it comes to Namibian music as artist released their latest albums in December 2016 and them…

Being present in your life has been said to be a key to navigating, because it is where we have the power to act. Being present means seeing this moment…

Creative Director, Owner of Turipamwe Design Studio and The Economist’s Young Namibian Business Woman of the Year 2015, Tanya Turipamwe Stroh shares her inspired tips to help get our creativity fired up…

Happy New Year and a Prosperous 2017 from #TheTribe. Any new year is the beginning of brand new opportunities. All you have to do is grab it. So, let the open…

Learners who did not meet the requirements for promotion to Grade 11 and who are 17 years or younger on the first day of school are allowed to repeat Grade…

“The typical investor is usually concerned with market volatility (the up and down movements in the value of one’s portfolio) fueled by actual data, newspaper articles, braaivleis talks and rumours”,…

A new year brings opportunities to reflect on our growth and identify areas that need to be improved on. This is especially important for small business owners and entrepreneurs, considering…

With the new year, comes resolutions for a year that will bring the things we want. However, the strength and the courage to go after your dreams, comes from loving…

“Don’t judge art you haven’t taken a moment to feel. Art you don’t Understand. Art that makes you uncomfortable. That’s the kind of art that leaves a mark, the kind…

“I see of people is that they have no goals, they lack ambition and they are people not really living up to their full potential. I urge you to be…

Zodidi Gaseb is an inspirational Namibian whose TEdx talk was selected by TED as one out of only 15 talks from around the globe that inspired people in celebration of…

Sam Shivute is the Director of the Banking Services Department at Bank of Namibia, the Chairman of the National Housing Enterprise Board, a professional speaker and motivational speaker as well…

This week on #TheTribe – we touch base with HipHop and take a peek into the world of KP Illest. With his last mixtape “Kill Your TV Vol.3” granting him…

While the year has been a tumultuous one for many, as we come to the end of it we are reminded that challenges bring with them opportunities for growth. This…

Last week on the Future Invest Show, Elna Brink Senior Wealth Manager at Capricorn Asset Management on Estate Planning, spoke about whether our loved ones are well looked after when…

While we may feel as though we cannot afford to take a break from work, experts agree that we cannot afford not too. Behavioural Scientist, Tony Muganza wrote last year…

Christie Keulder, is a columnist, food writer and photographer and one of the new owners behind the fine dining experience in the capital, JoJo’s Café. With his vast experience in all…

The House of J.C. Le Roux is synonymous with celebrations and enjoying time with friends and family. What better way to do this than welcome in 2017 with a glass…

KEEP YOUR WAKE UP TIME I know this sounds like terrible advice, but getting more sleep in the holidays does not mean you will wake up with more energy. Try…

Forewarned is forearmed and so 99FM’s MYD Heart spoke to Samantha du Toit, a Namibian Nutrition and Dietetic Consultant and founder of Eat Clean Namibia, to find out how to…

Estate Planning is one of the topics that will be discussed in a series of interviews with Elna Brink, Senior Wealth Manager at Capricorn Asset Management. Brink will address the…

Ingo Shanyenge is one of Namibia’s top fashion designers with a very successful year behind him. He was appointed as a board member of the Fashion Council of Namibia and this…

Afra Schimming-Chase is a certified Financial Planner with an academic legal background. She is also a Partner at FranklinCovey Namibia, a motivational speaker and a passionate Namibian who has shared…

Herman Smit Technical Manager at ACCESS Laboratories Services (Pty)Ltd, a company that specializes in all quality control related services for the construction and engineering industry of Namibia, said the situation…

Creativity is something not limited to artists, but something that is alive in every human being. As with anything though, creativity is a cumulative activity; the more you do it,…

As the holiday season approaches and Namibians set off to their favourite relaxation destination, the hustle and bustle of it all can lead to many distractions as this is evident…

In the Future Invest Show Episode 10, Relf Lumley Portfolio Manager at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) shares his expertise on Diversifying your Investment Risk. Lumley explains in more detail the…

To have a memorable holiday season, shouldn’t mean you need to go into debt, and by keeping your finances under control you can keep the other challenging aspects of the…

Windhoek has this year been in a water crisis, with the possibility of running out of water in the capital, looming. A Task force was mobilised and has been actioning the…

Annika Funke, who was born in Germany, is a self-taught artist who lives and paints in Namibia and has recently launched the Kayamoja ArtConnects Trust, which aims to create the…

Hermien Elago joined us in studio for this episode of the MYD Show. Hermien shared her incredible journey from seeing triple digits on her scale and her health deteriorating fast,…

Sam Shivute joined us for this episode of the MYD Show to talk about passion, overcoming adversity and how everything in life is a choice. Sam was born into abject poverty but through…

Being the end of the year, priorities tend to be centered around things like getting our last to-do list of the year wrapped up; socialising the last year-end steam off…

“Firstly congratulations to Namibia, it’s wonderful to see Namibia come up with the highest ranking in the Africa section in the index, it’s very exciting,” said Rona Kotecha, Executive Director of…

“Our interests and tastes are as varied and unique as we are and the only way to discover them is by actually doing and trying.” Passion is a driver. It…

“The main asset classes are Equity, Listed Property, Fixed Income, Money Market and Commodities,” said Relf Lumley Portfolio Manager at Capricorn Asset Management (CAM). Lumley explains that to understand the…

Development has often in the past, been at the expense of the environment however this does not have to be the case. In Namibia, passionate scientists are working to ensure that development today has…

In this episode of the MYD Show, multiple award-winning Namibian musician Elemotho joins us fresh off his being announced as the Namibian Tourism Personality of the Year. A powerhouse of…

On the #TribeXclusive this week, we caught up with former Zimbabwen Big Brother Africa – The Chase housemate Jerome Arab. Jerome was here for a performance at Acoustic Friday ft Nomvula, hosted by…

Vocal Motion 6 is the only A Capella group in the land of the brave and on the African continent, who have the profound ability to effect the spirit in…

Grab you cool box, don’t forget the bonus and saka get low with real ladies and gents. With more than a 100 thousand views on YouTube for her Natural video,…

Joining us in 99FM’s studio for this episode of the MYD Show, we had Namibian Music Awards Best Male Artist of the year 2016, Big Ben. A Namibian music icon, Big Ben…

Mcbreaton Pieters is a Namibian dancer, dance instructor and the founder and owner of the Fusion Funk Dance Studio. His passion is dancing and so he decided to take that…

“I feel excited and I am looking forward to the competition, especially the people we are going to be competing against when we win the cup.” Says Brendall Masambo who…

So the challenge is on – who will walk away the winning driver – will it be one of the leading ladies, or will it be the Big Ben? Ready…

Combining skills and a shared passion for healthy eating, one couple decided to turn learning about healthy eating and how best to sustain our bodies, into an experience that is both…

When you have experienced something you can appreciate it. This is a philosophy of an environmental education centre that is making a difference in the lives of many Namibian children….

What are Cognitive Biases and how does one deal with them? “When it comes to adjusting your investment portfolio, make your decisions based on your goals and needs, rationalize your…

More companies these days are looking at wellness in the workplace and smartly so. Today people tend to spend most of their waking hours at work and this experience can…

A Namibian who used the power of her breath to overcome anxiety and depression joined us in studio for this episode of the MYD Show. Liezl Hoving is a yoga…

In this episode of the MYD Show we are joined in studio by a Namibian with a very alternative passion and career, John De Almeida. John is a Commercial Hot Air…

Have you ever imagined the potential of the soil around us? One Namibian did, Risto Iita who is one the this years University of Namibia (UNAM) Visual Arts Graduates, chose…

An expert in the environmental sector, Dr. Chris Brown the CEO of the Namibia Chamber of Environment, has joined us again in the MYD Studio to talk about how the…

Crime statistics show that house break-ins where armed robbery is involved are on the increase in Windhoek. “We try to redouble our efforts in order to ensure that the city…

Did you know that risks in your investment portfolio can actually be reduced? “Risk profiling is an important factor to consider when talking about financial planning,” said Relf Lumley, Portfolio…

On the 17th of November, the world observes World Prematurity Day each year. This year, for the first time, the day will be observed in Namibia. The reason for the…

A group of talented artists make up this years University of Namibia (UNAM) Visual Arts Graduates 2016. Showing their eclectic styles, the graduates are all part of an exhibition at…

Are you or someone you love is a perfectionist? If so, this episode of the MYD Show is just for you. The coach, Karen Powell, joined us in studio to…

“Perfectionism is more about fear of failure than the desire to produce excellent results.” Perfectionism is described as a fast track to unhappiness and a sure fire way to derail…

Joining us for this episode of the MYD Show we had Loux the Vintage Guru. By day, Loux is an accountant and auditor but his star status as a style icon…

Passion drives ambition. Passion was what drove Steve’s Job’s vision of a phone with one button in the front, Jeff Bezos of Amazon’s dream of a store that sold everything….

This week  The Namibian Music Award Female artist of the year – Chikune is back on the Tribe. This time, she sets the record straight as she talks on the past year of…

This week on the #TribeXclusive, we hail the First Lady of OgobaButterfly Entertainment – Oteya. After a year since her last appearance on the show, the singer-songwriter is back with a banging…

Launched only this year, the Namibia Chamber of Environment is now in full swing, representing the interests of environmental practitioners and organisations that support the environmental interests of Namibia. With…

When it comes to investing in the equity market, people often ask Capricorn Asset Management (CAM) whether it would be sufficient to invest only on local assets as part of…

In this new episode of the MYD show we sat down with international guitar sensation, Dan Patlansky. Dan was voted fourth best guitarist in the world by Total Guitar Magazine…

Francois De Necker was fundamental is the establishing of the Department of Visual Arts at the University of Namibia where he served as an Associate Professor and Head of Department…

Ingo is a Namibian Fashion Designer. His star status was rising in the United Kingdom, where he studied fashion, but Ingo wanted to bring his passion for fashion back to…

A zest for life is described as a major contributor to a person’s sense of life satisfaction. Yet at this time of year, it’s harder than normal to call upon…

A passion for bread is earning a quaint, French inspired bakery in Windhoek a name for itself along with a growing fan base. Attention to detail and bread true to…

Imagine living in a city where the residents of that city live together with the nature, utilising the natural world already in existence as a means of creating community living….

Uncovering what ignites our personal passion for life was some of what Toya Delazy shared with us in this episode of the MYD Show. Toya, born into the Zulu royal…

When it comes to investing in the equity market, people often want to know what they actually get as well as knowing the risks involved and how it will fit…

“The thought of making a life change can be so intimidating that even though you want to be the master of your own destiny you’ll end up doing nothing or settling…

In this, the first episode in our brand new series of the MYD Show, Uncover Your Muse, we sat down with Tuli Shityuwete to talk about how difficulties help you create, and…

A woman of many talents, Beauty Boois is a Namibian not afraid to take on challenges. However, for most this was a year filled with challenges, making it is easy…

Hangula Werner is a Namibian artist who captures audiences with his vivid surrealist art pieces and who has re-emerged after a six-year hiatus with an exhibition, titled Hangula Werner Surreal, at…

A positive spin off is an increase on your bottom line, and it is just one of the surprising results companies find when they look to how they can operate…

Dillish Mathews is one of Namibia’s biggest celebrity’s after she went from the streets of Katutura to winning Big Brother Africa in 2013. Her winning saw her an instant millionaire,…

This week, we got back into the groove of the 061 spirit as we touch base with the 061Music crew. After the passing of Curtis Popyeni Yearwood, better known as Catty Cat…

If you have some spare cash lying around and have decided that property is your investment of choice, then well, there are two basic options to invest in real estate….

Chaze Nalisa is a business coach, mentor and the founder and director of Velocity Consulting and Training, which specialises in skills development through training, coaching and mentorship. Chaze is a…

A portrayal of life in the place that assisted him to be able to practice as an artist, is Tity Tshilumba’s latest solo exhibition titled The Daily Life which is…

The BRICS countries, Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa at the Summit in Goa on Sunday 16 October 2016 agreed to set up a rating agency for emerging markets….

The private and public sector, schools and passionate individuals  joined forces on 22 October for the first ever Windhoek Recycle Day. The day, introduced by the Recycle Forum Namibia (RNF), is…

“Fall in love with the problems because finding a solution to a problem is innovation, and once you innovate, you create.” Driving innovation and using recycled items while they do,…

Last week in the Future Invest Show we touched on Fixed Income Investments and its effects on the value of your investment. This time around we focus on Short-term Interest…

This past weekend the capital city was a hive of activity as Windhoekers rose to the occasion of Rise Namibia. Armed with water bottles and comfortable clothing, people came out…

Karen is a creativity coach and lifestyle mentor, a regular guest and coach on the MYD Show. This time, she has brought us a very beneficial toolkit. These tools assist…

Margareth Gustavo is a well known name in branding and marketing here in Namibia. She has held positions like that of Marketing Manager for Namib Mills and Team Namibia. Then…

Namibia’s Premier African contemporary dance company, First Rain Dance Theatre, will this Friday be once again capturing our imagination through dance. This time as they partner up with the FNCC’s Dancing Cocktail…

Once a year, in October, the world is asked to consider the state of their spine. World Spine Day is held on the 16th of October and the reason for…

Toya Delazy, multi-award winning South African artist, has released dates for her Rocking the City Africa tour which will see her tour 7 different African countries over 7 weeks and…

Sandra met her husband Kalf van Zyl in Franshoek in South Africa. She had moved to the Western Cape of South Africa at the age of 16 years old to…

Cheetahs are the fastest land animal in the world, they can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in just 3 seconds and are the only big cat that can turn in…

In the investment world, there are many types of Fixed Income Securities to choose from, however, those accessible to Namibian investors are the Money Market and Bond instruments. “In essence…

THE TRIBE: Son of the Kalahari and lover of a Beautiful world – Elemotho takes us far and wide in this two part interview. He shares stories on his journeys…

It’s that time again…. The 2016 I-LIFE Women’s Summit is here and Old Mutual is giving away two all-inclusive tickets to the value of N$ 1000.00 each to this year’s…

“We call on the business community to come round the table, sit with us and see how we can all rescue Government from this and rescue the country from this….

Suzy Eises is a Namibian female jazz artist well known in the music industry for her soulful saxophone mastery. Her style is unique and she has proved her musical adaptability…

The John Muafangejo Season is underway, a season to remember the iconic Namibian artist who helped to put art in Namibia on the map. Despite his very evident influence, little…

Suta Kavari, an economist by profession, was fast climbing the ranks to be one of Namibia’s most prolific economists. That was until he decided to give that up to go…

“A company or a person will have significantly stunted growth and development if they don’t learn to embrace their mistakes.” Say the word failure and most people want to run,…

“Your expectations, more than anything else in life, determine your reality. When it comes to achieving your goals, if you don’t believe you’ll succeed, you won’t.” This according to an…

Whether you’re a first-time investor or have been investing for many years, there are some basic questions you should always ask before you commit your hard-earned money to an investment….

Another step closer to the end of the year and the Tribe is Supersized! This week on the show we bow down to Namibia’s most recognized designer –Ingo Shanyenge whose brand…

With our unique environment in Namibia, one can imagine that wildlife and environmental scientists would have a field day of discovery here. To find out what some of the latest…

Namibian Paralympic athletes Ananias Shikongo and Johannes Nambala have put Namibia on the map by scooping 5 medals (1 Gold, 2 Silver and 2 Bronze) from the just concluded Rio 2016 Paralympic…

Joining us in studio we had, ‘the Namibian Diamond Girl’, Pauline Thomas. Pauline was raised in the diamond-mining town of Oranjemund, which is where her passion for diamonds was born….

Aron Hamukwaya is the inventor of the Digital Owela game and the Managing Director of the National Software Engineering Academy. Aron is a young Namibian who started his studies at…

It’s important to build your profile as an artist, but often this is not a focus for artists. “There are lots of aspects to establishing yourself as an artist, and…

You’ve gone to recruitment agencies, circled job vacancies in newspapers, you’ve called all you contacts, and your CV has been sent out personally, electronically and if you could you would’ve…

Yoga in Namibia is growing, the many new studios arriving in Windhoek, Swakopmund, Oshakati and beyond to prove as such. But more than that, schools are offering yoga to students…

Welcome back to The Tribe! Its Friday and this weekend is without a doubt set to be #LocallyLit. From shows and exhibitions to beer festivals and concerts and we are dropping…

Giraffes are an emblem of Africa, yet a new discovery means worrying news for the species. In Namibia, the Giraffe Conservation Foundation and the work of both Julian and Steph…

The children of the liberation struggle spokesperson Tuhafeni Nhinda said the N$11m Government is allocating to the “struggle kids” is a political game. Nhinda questioned why the money is kept…

Budgeting 101 Learn how to budget Separating your wants from your needs and learning how to budget can  help you save towards the things you want. Here are your budgeting…

Loide Nantinda, born in the North of Namibia, is today an actor, model and film maker living in New York City. Loide has worked for international companies such as Levi…

Deon Namiseb has been recognized as a national sports hero in Namibia yet his life started out with great difficulties after been born with multiple disabilities, some paralysis and blindness….

We all have expectations when it comes to our salary, some realistic and others not. While most people will argue that salaries are something people are never satisfied with, without…

We are all prone to forming expectations, especially when we’re in a relationship. Sometimes, though, what we expect and what we get don’t line up. “We probably cannot exist without forming…

John Kalunda is a Namibian artist who is not only making a living off his art, but also contributing to the narrative of our social identity. Born in Kavango East…

All around the world, on the 22nd of September, people are joining in to take a stand for our Rhinos, all for World Rhino Day. Globally activities are underway that…

We create more joy in our lives when we ensure the foundations on which we build, are strengthened. This happens through balance which is a tool to experience more of…

“We Africans have good glossy papers, we talk, but implementation is a problem,” said President Hage Geingob. The President was speaking during an interview with Voice of America’s (VOA), Straight…

As inflation increases, hard times definitely lie ahead for most Namibians. However, don’t despair as this is the time when you should think about investing your hard earned money in…

Business savvy Rachel Kalipi is an entrepreneur in the truest sense of the word. Her approach to the business of Mahangu Cookies shows the commercial potential that exists with this…

Metarere Tjiho, better known by his stage name Meta, is an up and coming hip hop artist making waves on the local music scene. He first stepped onto the stage…

Namibian  businessman  and  entrepreneur,  Bruce  Salt, is about to attempt to swim the English Channel. If he were to succeed, it would make him the first Namibian man to do…

Namibia is home to well over 650 bird species, making it a rich birding region with our diverse range of habitats. Our birds are a draw card to many tourists…

Welcome back to your weekly fix of the Tribe.  Besides the fact that September brings great weather and many entertainment and lifestyle events to the Land of the Brave –…

“The members want to be recognised as employees and therefore if the members or taxi drivers are regarded as employees it is then easier to control the industry. As long as…

Balance is something life constantly seeks. When we are not in balance in our lives, difficult circumstances can be harder to weather. Bringing balance into our lives gives us the…

Get a head start in saving your money When you first start a formal job, nothing beats that feeling of having your salary.  Imagine all the things that you can spend…

“This foundation not only creates a greater sense of balance, but it will also help you recover much quicker in the inevitable times of imbalance.” Life is a balancing act;…

Lira is a multi-platinum selling and an eleven times South African Music Award-winning, Afro-Soul vocalist. Lira, whose name means love in Sesotho, was born in South Africa and her early life was…

“When covering the Mozambique floods in 2001 we brought worldwide attention and in the process many countless lives have been saved. My coverage stopped a small scale war in DRC….

Do you love wine? Do you love cupcakes? Did you know that the two go great together?   On the 10th of September, The Curious Kitchen at Jojo’s is hosting a…

Namibian innovation is growing in leaps and bounds with inventors and scientists banding together to grow innovation in the country. One such example is that of Aron Hamukwaya, the Managing…

Mining is not an industry that in the past was synonymous with conservation and protection of the environment. Yet, that is changing. Globally demand for natural resources is growing, our…

“So far as from Independence 1990, there is no taxi owner or taxi driver that has paid tax so far to Government ,” said Namibia Transport and Taxi Union (NTTU)…

Martha Khoeses is an inspirational Namibian who took a difficult situation in her life and turned it into something that will benefit many Namibian children. When Martha’s son was diagnosed…

Sibongile Tshabalala, affectionately known as Sibo, is a poet, blogger and comedian.  Last year saw her crowned the best female comedian in Namibia at the Last Comic Standing Competition. In…

Introducing good financial management for SMEs Proper financial management, recording both your historic performance and projecting the future cash flow and financial requirements of your business, can mean the difference…

The Tribe – Friday the 2nd of September – and yes, SPRING is here!!! We made it. Now, ’tis the season to get colorful and let loose. In the Land…

“Light travels faster than sound, so your appearance speaks volumes about you before you even say a word. So if you’re looking to succeed in a professional setting, it’s important to…

Last month 99FM hosted the Lira Master Class with the inspirational South African songstress Lira, who came to Windhoek to share with her audience the lessons she’s learnt in life….

Threatening relationships the world over is the very thing that connects us to the world. It’s a catch 22 if ever there was one, but studies are pointing to the…

Is it just us or can you smell Spring too? That can only mean one thing – fun is around the corner and we are ready to chase it –…

It’s Friday all over again and my my my, this August wind is blowing the month right by us, but every Friday the Tribe makes sure you feel the vibe…

Ancient, adaptable and yet enigmatic and misunderstood. Scorpions holds significant importance not only for the role they play in an ecosystem but also for the medical benefits they afford humans. Scorpions…

Richard Van As is the award winning inventor of a robotic hand, the Robohand. After severing all the fingers on his right hand in a woodworking accident, Richard, needing the…

“Once a school has been identified as unregistered, the school is informed not to continue operating and also advised to apply for registration in accordance with the Education Act. Thereafter…

Daisry Mathias is the Namibian Presidential Advisor on Youth Matters and Enterprise  Development. Young, determined and focused, Daisry has held high levels positions including that of the Chief Executive Officer of …

Helpful saving tips for challenging times   Times are tough. With the cost of living rising amidst the tough economic conditions brought on by Namibia’s intense drought and rising inflation, it…

Martin Amushendje is a creative who is fast becoming known for his photographic style. Not limited to photography, Martin is also a graphic designer and makes music. Yet, it is…

There’s a lot to say about having balance in your life, but how often do you hear someone reiterate the importance of having good body balance? We’re talking about being able…

Often ridiculed for their absence of supermodel good looks, vultures have for eons received an undeserved bad rap. Vultures provide one of the most important yet under-appreciated ecosystem services of…

Social media has become the market place of today’s generation. Not always to make purchases, as new research shows, but always to research intended purchases before making a buying decision….

Effective management skills for franchises There are no guarantees when it comes to business. Even owning a franchised store with a great consumer brand, store location and franchisor support can’t…

Otto Kapuka describes himself as a son of the soil who comes from humble beginnings. Otto was born and raised in the north of Namibia, in a village where he…

Finding balance in life isn’t easy, and trying to obtain balance in a relationship is no simple task either. Balancing work with love, love with other relationships in your life,…

“We do expect this year a significant amount of mass houses to come onto the market, we know that there is about 1500 that are near completion so the 1500…

“My style is Afrocentric and contemporary. My first collection was very European styled, back then I used to think African print is clichéd. Being from Africa and wearing African print,…

Pangolins are of the oldest creatures on Earth, yet they are possible the least understood animals because of their loner status. Here in Namibia we are leading the globe on…

“Mentors offer many benefits which doesn’t just benefit your business but also your personal life.” Personal Growth and Life Fulfilment is the motto of this new Namibian business that is…

The Affirmative Repositioning Movement recently announced that Government did not reach its deadline of 1 August 2016 to establish a Rent Control Board as was agreed in a meeting held…

Nangula Uaandja is an inspirational Namibian and the country’s first black female chartered accountant. A highly awarded academic and a successful career woman, Nangula is the Country Senior Partner of…

Get a head start in saving your money   When you first start a formal job, nothing beats the feeling of having your salary in your bank account and imagining…

THE TRIBE: Fridays at 7pm… The sun is setting on Winter and the days a getting warmer. September is around the corner and soon Spring will be in the air,…

Namibian artist Petrus Amuthenu is, through his work, contributing to our international acclaim for the exceptional print makers that come out of Namibia. His solo exhibition is testament to the…

Is it just a fad or is there something to hoarding your plastics? When Green became the new Black it was recycling that became the haute hobby and suddenly everyone’s…

Who likes meetings? They are often the bane of any office existence. It’s no wonder that posts such as “how to seem really smart during meetings” exist, because most meetings leave you…

The foundation is laid for the day ahead in the way we start it, and according to Namibian Nutrition & Dietetic Consultant, Samantha du Toit, ‘nutrition is important all day…

Since the announcement of the designated employers and registration of job seekers by Honourable Minister Erkki Nghimtina in August last year, the Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment Creation…

As inflation increases, hard times definitely lie ahead for most Namibians. However, don’t despair as this is the time when you should think about investing your hard earned money in…

Dr. Manfred Spitzer is a well renowned German psychiatrist, psychologist and neuroscientist as well as a doctor and a professor. He is widely published in neuroscience, learning, and psychiatry, the…

Wind energy could hold the key to Namibia becoming one of the first countries in the world to meet all of its electrical needs using only renewable energy. What this…

“When you find peace within yourself, you become the kind of person who can live at peace with others.” In order for one to feel at peace and in touch…

Namibian Life Coach and Business Owner, Nabukenya Muwonge notes that “The biggest lesson I learnt as an employer is that the most efficient way of getting people to support you…

 “I wanted to contest the view of the Himba as being unchanging and document the shift towards modernity in young Himba men; to show that they are evolving with modernity…

“If the cold conditions continue, farmers will face loss of livestock, especially the young ones,” said Mr. Sixtus Isaak Chairperson of the //Karas Regional Farmers Union. Isaak stressed that the…

We work towards peace every time we exercise wisdom, kindness and authentic love, even in the face of judgement and unkindness. Over the last few weeks MYD has been exploring…

Get your finances on the right track for 2017   Get down to budgeting Plan how you are going to spend your money and stick to it. This is the…

Nanofasa, which derives its name from a saying that means Nature Never Jumps, is an organisation that is looking to uplift, empower and up-skill the Ju/´hoansi San communities in Namibia….

There’s something about colour People have known that colour affects us for thousands of years. Ancient cultures believed that specific colours hold the power to affect parts of our psyche…

Friday? Check. Chelete? Check. Amstel Lite, Make Your Play? Check. Time to celebrate some of the coolest moments we have had on the Tribe so far this year. We are…

This week on the Tribe, we took a seat back and allowed Africa to invade…only for a few minutes. We were joined by Mabalabala Entertainment from South Africa who came…

There are many things in a day that can rob us of our peace of mind and so in order to get through the day unscathed, it pays to be…

The job market can be intimidating at the best of times- but what do you put in your CV if you have absolutely no work experience?   Don’t be discouraged….

The value of peace in your working life cannot be overstated. Evidence of peace’s value can be seen the moment peace leaves and suddenly we become unable to function effectively. Peace…

The International Women’s Association of Namibia (IWAN), in support of the Ministry of Health and Social Services and the Correctional Service, recently provided donations to help meet the needs of…

The Wild Horses of the Namib Desert have been a point of fascination for many years. The exact origin of how they came to call the Namib desert their home…

Get a head start in saving your money   When you first start a formal job, nothing beats the feeling of having your salary in your bank account and imagining…

This week on the Tribe, we take a seat back and allow Africa to invade…only for a few minutes. We are joined by Mabalabala Entertainment from South Africa who came…

A strong Namibian woman, Hilda Basson-Namundjebo, has a long history in the media in Namibia having started her broadcasting career on the set of Good Morning Namibia at Independence. Today,…

Namibian Kwaito musician EES, is passionate about Namibia and the progress we have made in creating a country defined by peace. EES lives in both Namibia and Germany as he spreads…

Fridays at 7 on the Tribe – we double it all up! Double the Vibe! Double the Volume! Double the Treble! We are joined on our Tribe Exclusive by 3 time…

Introducing good financial management for SMEs If your eyes glaze over at the mere mention of income statements and balance sheets, it’s time to sit up and pay attention. “Proper…

World Health Organisation (WHO) Representative to Namibia Professor Monir Islam is urging pregnant women and women who are planning on getting pregnant to not be vaccinated during the current Measels and…

A device which was born out of necessity when a man by the name of Richard van As, severed all the fingers on his right hand while woodworking, is the…

According to the Namibia Trade Forum, “Chicken farming is a “Low-Hanging Fruit” economic activity which could create employment in the short and medium term for many Namibians.” Maria Lisa Immanuel,…

Linda Louw, a creative soul with an eye for the extraordinary, based in Swakopmund, Namibia, is a photographer, videographer and fine artist whose images capture the viewer in the story…

Every Friday at  7pm… Friday nights become Sexier by the week, Slimmer by the day and Hotter by the hour – Compliments of Amstel Lite – Make Your Play This week…

The Namibia Nature Foundation, or NNF, is one of the most respected NGO’s in Namibia, working hands on with communities towards broad sustainable development that positions people at the centre…

“The ministry has been prompted by the fact that there have been so many bad incidences, those incidences include Gender Based Violence (GBV), some gruesome car accidents and in some…

This is our second post on financial know-how from the experts at Standard Bank Namibia. Advise on effective management skills for franchises There are no guarantees when it comes to…

Dr. Fourie Van Den Berg is the senior pastor at the Dutch Reform Church in Eros, Windhoek, but Fourie’s story does not follow the expected path, as his earlier years…

Michael Amushelelo is the well-known owner and founder of the company, Amushe. Michael has been inducted into the Namibian business hall of fame and has won the Windhoek Lager Ambassadors…

It used to be that if you wanted to get your creative juices flowing you had to take out your easel, brush and paints. There was always the possibility that…

Namibia now has a 6 star green building, a first of its kind. Emcon Consulting Group is a Namibian consultancy firm operational in the energy, electricity, building services and project…

“Holding onto anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.” ― Gautama Buddha Have you…

It’s Heavy Friday and the heavyweights are keeping it ‪#‎CoolUnderPreassure‬…Willy G and Ice aka Skippa feature on this week’s ‪#‎TribeExclusive‬. They talk about taking their passion for music from free-styling after school…

“With returns like these it’s easy to see why the conversion to a ‘green’ building might mean an initial capital outlay however one that delivers returns that far exceed the…

Helpful saving tips for challenging times. This is the first post in our special series of financially-minded articles, bringing you tips on how to save, exclusive expert advice and sharp money know-how.   Times…

Kazenambo Kazenambo  is well-known for raising controversial issues and for being vocal about topics close to his heart. He is a man of his words, but is never shy to…

Coach Tobias Nashilongo is widely known as one of boxing’s best trainers and corner men among current and past champions of Namibia. His story is one of determination in the…

“Poverty, illiteracy and early deaths await world’s most disadvantaged children”. This is the headline of the latest UNICEF State of the World’s Children 2016 report. The report states that 167…

Ever wanted to be part of conservation of Namibia’s species? This is an opportunity for you to become a citizen scientist through field research that will help protect our carnivores. The Large Carnivore Management…

In 99FM’s MYD Heart article “The nature of anger”, with the help of the team at Let’s Talk Psychologists, we heard that “Many things can lead a person to struggle…

Thousands of online users believe that Anti-Virus software will protect their computers, their sensitive information and their privacy from the known and un-known viruses, malware and scams that are available…

Being faced with difficulties such as unemployment and having children to feed can seem hopeless, but not for the women of Oasa Taradi Trust, who produce beautifully embroidered table adornment…

Uncle GEP is a well-known Namibian gender equality practitioner and consultant on relationships, gender and media issues. He is also Mediator for the High Court of Namibia, a member of…

Gergentia “Brandy” Shoombe was born in exile. Her story of returning to Namibia at Independence is one of overcoming hardship and having to re-learn about life and living. This is…

Gerrit Maritz, Chief of Education at UNICEF Namibia says poverty is one of the biggest factors contributing to children dropping out of school. “In extremely vulnerable communities you still have…

Marlice van Vuuren is a well known Namibian conservationist. She grew up surrounded by the orphaned and injured animals on her parents’ farm where her love for caring for these…

We kick back and chillax with our boy – Luis Munana Representing Ru-Town, this RudeBoy has a story and a half to tell. He explains the ‪#‎ModelwithaQualification‬ title and shares how he ended modeling…

Art is symmetry, balance, creation, finding and losing oneself. Because of this, art is everywhere and can be found anywhere as soon as you look for it. One successful restaurant…

As we’ve reach the middle point of yet another busy year, motivation can become an endless battle especially in the winter months. One Namibian business woman is the inspiration for…

Namibian Clinical Psychologist Edwina Mensah-Husselman, and the team at Let’s Talk Psychologists have helped us to drill into the psychology of the emotion of anger. Firstly, helping us to understand…

The Tribe hosts the biggest names in the Namibian music industry every Friday from 7 – 8PM and every week – the names get BIGGER! This week on the Tribe…

Edwina Mensah-Husselman is a Namibian clinical psychologist who in this episode of the MYD Show, shares with us on what anger is and how we can overcome our anger to…

Pedro Kapirika is an inspirational Namibian who has faced grave hardship in his life but today is using that as a means to connect with others and help them to…

The Ministry of Works and Transport this week invited the Namibia Transport and Taxi Union (NTTU) members to the new Transport Regulations launch which is taking place on Tuesday 21 June 2016….

Every Fathers Day reminds me that we don’t appreciate our fathers enough. Before my father passed away, I must admit that I never really gave the holiday much thought. Now that…

“Hard work pays off, so never give up on your dreams” One Namibian entrepreneur is forging forward with handmade footwear after receiving support and assistance for his business idea from…

“I feel that my art reflects my own identity as a young artist struggling to survive in the world. I always make use of recycled and found materials.” Hailing from…

The only thing HOT this winter is the Tribe. This week we take you waaaaaay back in time and Manuva up to the future as Matongo Family make their debut…

There are so many exceptional places, spaces and people to see in Namibia. This is especially true in our communal conservancy areas where the stories abound of self-sacrifice, determination and…

Mojo Velo comprise a group of 3 travelling Journalists on bicycles that are in the process of completing a gruelling 15,000 km trans-African cycling expedition from Cape Town in South…

“Knowing that I put everything out there, did not hold back and left it all on the dance floor.” Elke Le Roux is fast becoming a significant name when it…

THE TRIBE: The only thing HOT this winter is the Tribe. This week we take you waaaaaay back in time and Manuva up to the future as Matongo Family make…

A recent study conducted in Namibia revealed that 29% of children surveyed between the ages of 13 -17 have seen child pornographic content online, while 31% of them said that…

Anger and pain have an interconnected relationship. Studies have shown for example, that anger results in muscle tension and back pain. Other studies have shown that pain results in anger….

Thuli Madonsela is an advocate and the Public Protector of South Africa. She has received unprecedented international acclaim including being named by Time Magazine as one of the world’s 100…

  Offering a service that can give car owners a cleaner car along with a clearer conscience is what Eco Car Wash Namibia is doing. A service that was born…

A common human fear is the fear of snakes. However one Namibian is trying to squash this fear and earn snakes a place of respect for the role they play…

As we explored knowing yourself, we uncovered that there is freedom in being true to yourself and this comes through a deep connection and knowing of who you are. Over…

According to Rachel Du Raan, “this is a testament to what can be achieved through collaboration”. Collaboration between the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, Non-Governmental Agencies and passionate individuals that…

In a time of drought, responsible citizenry is getting involved in any way that you can and the arts are an ideal avenue to relay messages to the public. Considering…

For the first time in the 70 year history of the United Nations, Secretary General Ban Ki moon has convened the World Humanitarian Summit in Istanbul, on 23 and 24 May…

As we took a look at what it means to know yourself, we uncovered how much our beliefs about life can mould our experience. To find out to what extent…

  Walvis Bay resident, Adelaine Bruwer is proving that vision and passion are what you need to make a business great. Adelaine’s business in Walvis Bay, the Belgian Chocolatique, is…

Every Friday at 6pm on the Tribe its Get set, Ready, Go… to a‪#‎HappyPlace‬ as we celebrate multi award winning artist – DIXON NA and his newly established independent record label and entertainment…

Being yourself means knowing yourself, owning your own space, loving yourself and claiming your freedom to be… YOU. This freedom is claimed when armed with awareness of ourselves. From this…

“Your preferences, your interests, even your quirks make you YOU. When you take the time to know and understand yourself, then your purpose in life becomes very clear.” Life takes…

This year’s COSAFA Cup 2016 will be staged in Namibia from June 11-25. Namibia, last year’s winners will be hosting the event for the first time with Windhoek set to…

“We activated an active citizenry here in Namibia, something that was missing for a long time, but we should not stop here. We should question why we are doing things….

Moving Meditation What if you take the benefits and quiet of meditation and combine it with the physical release and joy of dance? Nikhita Winkler is doing just that, with a…

This week we feature – Namibia’s very own bad gal, Lady May. The multi-award winning artist pours it all out with perhaps the biggest exclusive on the Tribe thus far. She…

Humanitarian, adventurer, author, TV Personality and fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, Kingsley Holgate is called the most travelled man in Africa and he just recently paid a visit to…

A critical component of knowing who we are is consideration for our levels of well-being and happiness. How happy are you right now? What is your personal level of well-being today?…

“I was living a lie, I was not happy and I ended up with depression. Reflexology was a beacon light for me in the process of healing.” Therapeutic foot massage,…

Sometimes the thing that we should be doing is right in front of us. Sometimes it’s the thing that we’ve been doing since we were young. Matheus Erastus never imagined…

Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) Windhoek branch manager, Johanna Shiweda-Indongo said the organisation has appealed to Government to reconsider it’s action and remove the visa requirement for South African citizens travelling…

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While many may have said it would’t be a success, the two women behind the Windhoek City Market have proven that having a bimonthly market in the capital can not just…

Water is still a critical talking point in conservation right now due to the current water crisis facing the Windhoek central region. However many are stepping up to share their…

A freedom we all own is the freedom to search within ourselves, to find ourselves, to know ourselves and to express that uniqueness to the world. Sharing with us how…

This post contains images of an adult nature. Contemporary artist and nude photographer, Julia Hango, is showcasing how knowing yourself is the key to finding your niche in the creative…

The Tribe keeps bringing you the first and the best in Namibian entertainment every Friday night from 7 to 8PM on 99FM. This week – Back from the Cold –…

Namibia is one of 177 States that ratified the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination and is therefore reviewed regularly by the United Nations Committee on…

Your emotions are an ally in the navigation of your life, but without an understanding of your own drives you could be on a path, but the wrong one. Without an…

“Especially as we are facing the water crisis, we need to realise that it is not just up to the City of Windhoek to ensure we have water security. It…

We always hear about people who were born in the lap of luxury and go on to create success, not despite the odds but because of them. These people leave…

THE TRIBE: This week on the Tribe, we go back to last weekend and hook up with Backstage Exclusives at the Namibian Annual Music Awards. We touched base with everybody…

The Tribe on 99FM Fridays at 6 and yes – its NAMA Awards weekend!! So in true Namibian style, we get down with Namibian music. Christopher The Grand – with 3…

At a recent Mining Information Sharing Workshop, Minister of Mines and Energy, Obeth Kandjoze, said the ministry has set new terms and conditions to mining and exploration licenses, which are…

This guide to loving yourself was shared with 99FM’s MYD Heart by Elise Heikkinen-Johnstone, a Heal Your Life® Practitioner & Coach based in Windhoek. How To Love Yourself from the…

“We dance, we sing and that is soul food. Music is that which connects you with your past, present and future self.” Elemotho is a Namibian making major waves on…

“Freedom is seen as an illusion not many can obtain, but freedom comes in little pieces of self-acceptance, higher self-esteem, being truly yourself and living out your true potential and…

You offer the world an incredible gift when you offer the gift of you, because you are a once in a lifetime. As we continue to look at the freedom…

“The construction sector is a huge employer in Windhoek, and it can lead to an economic downturn in the industry and a huge loss of jobs in construction, so we…

“Many times the root cause of an illness is a psychosomatic problem. I knew a tablet wasn’t helping and I as a doctor wanted to be able to truly help…

The world is in a water crisis, with the United Nations reporting that “the world will only have 60% of the water it needs by 2030 without significant global policy…

“When you start out as an artist, you think what you’re doing is good and after a while you realise that to stand out you need to do something interesting…

Windhoek is hailed as a world leader in water for our Goreangab Water Reclamation plant. The plant was built by the City of Windhoek to reclaim water directly from domestic…

Friday gives us goosebumps and has never felt this good ’cause we jamming with soul sensation Daena Weeks as she talks music, the love of guitar strings and how she…

What happens when two friends decide to go into the wedding industry together? In the case of Nerine Uys and Jamie-Lee van Schalkwyk of Le Fleur Vintage, it was the…

You have the freedom to be your authentic self, but to do this you need to know who you are. It is with this knowing that you are able to…

Absenteeism costs economies across the continent valuable opportunities for growth, as it is possibly the single costliest problem to affect organisations locally and internationally according to Global Certifier the Top…

Providing a space where people are given a fair chance to learn skills and therefore create the life of their dreams is what the Nomad Spa’s Academy is looking for…

Why does Namibia need to think about their role in environmental protection? According to Think Namibia, “The prediction that weather conditions will become more severe during the next decades places…

Driven to be the preferred home textile, homeware and interior design brand in Namibia, Unleashed Design are about to unleash their brand new, Namibian inspired, textile range. Elegant, understated yet…

We get Rumbasa with boss chick Sally Boss Madam. She was on the Tribe almost a year ago, but is back, this time bigger, better and bosser. We talk her new…

Daena Weeks’ sultry voice is fast becoming a notable name on the Namibian music scene. About to launch her first album, Daena has gathered herself a large and loyal following…

Did you know that Namibia has an app to fight poaching? A group of Namibians decided that they were tired of just complaining about poaching and other crimes against the…

In a meeting between Affirmative Repositioning Movement (AR) and President Hage Geingob on 11 April 2016 at State House, it was agreed that Hon. Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila in line…

Over the last few weeks MYD has been exploring the brain, the mind, mind-set and more, with the view to understanding ourselves, our drives, and the powerful organ that is…

“It stands to reason that our brains are influenced by our posture, when you consider that our posture is controlled by our brains.” How connected is your stance to your frame…

Decisions are part of both our private and professional life. However how do you know you are making the best decisions and if your decisions are delivering to you the…

“When you get to a salsa class and you dance, all of that busy-ness in the mind disappears. It is a necessary release.” To dance Salsa is to let you…

“We will improve tax collection, through operationalizing the independent revenue authority in 2016 and by broadening the tax base to include the informal sector and investigate the establishment of a…

  “The environment is the very foundation of all life and prosperity.” Sustainable bio-diversity conservation, and sustainable resource allocation has become more than a nice thing to do for the…

We get cosy with RnB crooner Brooklyn and Bobby from 3DB. With 3 nominations to their name for this year’s NAMA Awards, these two bad boys are making their sound and…

Being mindful of our own inner knowing – connecting with our passion and balancing our mind is the essence of igniting passion with action. The Master Your Destiny Show has…

“Over time, and as a result of a conscious effort to integrate more heart opening postures and chanting, the balance began to shift in my practice between my heart and…

“It has been a hard journey but we love making these dolls. It is our passion.” A desire to preserve our cultural identity is what drove these two women to…

“First and foremost you must have the desire and the drive” Rob Johnstone has been featured on CNN talking about the magic of Namibia’s night skies, he has his name…

Only eight Namibian companies namely, Namibia Breweries ltd, Bidvest Namibia, Nictus Holdings, Bank Windhoek, First National Bank of Namibia, Oryx Properties Ltd, Namibia Asset Management Ltd and Stimulus Investments Ltd…

  Biodiversity plays a mission critical role in our environment. Plants in particular, are so much more than the beautifiers of our environment. Some of the vital benefits we all…

Imagine that the place where you worked was a space where your personal balance and well-being was the most important element of the company’s ethos. Sounds radical doesn’t it? To…

THE TRIBE: 7 – 8pm tonight: We get to know the newest singing sensation on the Namibian music scene – Ann Singer. We have no idea who she is and…

As we have heard over the last few episodes of the Master Your Destiny Show while we were discussing the brain and how to get the best out of your…

“I am balanced by absorbing beauty, by absorbing golden light on the grass and by absorbing what it feels like when I walk barefoot on the earth.” Wildlife artist from…

“I found meditation in much the same way that most people do. Out of frustration and desperation and the quiet determination that comes once you decide that actually, I deserve…

A large portion of Northern Namibians derive their income from the harvesting of the Devils Claw plant. It requires harvesters to camp away from home for months on end while…

Namibians like too much salt and sugar, leading to the rise of non-communicable diseases in the country. 40% to 45% of men and women are suffering from high blood pressure and…

Tonight on the tribe, we spend time with our girl Uejaa – she is no stranger to the game and has been holding it down on and off air for…

Our thoughts can harm or heal us. In fact once our mindset changes, everything around us also starts to change. Our mindset is the underpinning and cornerstone for everything that…

“A lot of people drink wine but don’t necessarily know what they are drinking. My idea was to create a place for people to enjoy drinking wine and to learn…

“Lots of these children came here underfed and dehydrated and that has a huge effect on brain development. There is a direct link between hunger and learning taking place. In…

“We want to celebrate the past and also inspire the future generations of artists who will be part of this art form.” A countries national identity is seen in their…

“Since independence, Namibia’s achievements in health is significant”, said Professor Monir Islam World Health Organisation(WHO) representative to Namibia. “At independence seven out of ten Namibians were considered poor, today three…

Hunting is a controversial topic that has been making news for a while now, splitting opinion to those who are pro-hunting and those that are adamantly against it. Whatever your…

THE TRIBE: On the Tribe, we ruff with Radio Personality Tafanji Nyirenda, also known as Tuffy Raw. We get to know the man behind some of Namibia’s most enjoyed radio…

Positive thinking is strategically using the power of your mind to direct the flow of your life. Through rewiring of our brains for a more positive outlook, we are able…

“I’m always searching for relationships that empower the network that I am developing” Sylvanie Beukes started SB Consulting in 2011, which is a business consultancy that nurtures small businesses and…

“The biggest difference between a successful person and the one who struggles in life is the way they think” Elise Heikkinen-Johnstone, a Heal Your Life® Practitioner & Coach and our…

“I am a very positive person in life. This has always helped but I think it also helped that I made friends along the way.” Born and raised in Windhoek,…

If our brains are wired for instruction, the question becomes what instructions are you giving your brain? With understanding of the subconscious mind we are able to re-write patterns of…

“The Government here as everywhere, is given a chance to examine the information and if they don’t agree with some statement in the report or if they believe that more…

“I started working as a game ranger in November 2014. I enjoy patrolling, and I enjoy arresting poachers. Arresting a poacher is not something to play with, you have to…

“I think the difficulty in the start-up capital came because there is a belief that our generation is the lazy generation, the selfie type. It was difficult for people to…

On our Tribe Exclusive we are turning another corner on the road to the NAMAs 2016 as John Ekongo joins us once again for the latest updates on who has…

“Your brain is wired for instruction; the question is what instructions are you giving it?” “While most of us are aware that we have something called a subconscious mind within…

“When we taste food, the brain creates a flavour profile based on the information that we feed into it by means of our tongue and taste buds, our eyes and…

Why Dolphins and Whales are such special animals, how Namibia has a species of Dolphin found no where else in the world, what we know about them and how they…

Governments targeted actions on cost cutting and reducing expenditure especially on more non- productive programmes or interventions is important to note. This was the sentiments of PWC Partner/Director, Chantell Husselmann…

Our brains hold an unbelievable power that can propel us forward. However through the development of our minds we are able to shape our behavior and relationships. If a thought…

Reduced melatonin levels possibly leading to neuro-degenerative diseases later in life, impaired concentration, eye problems, increased stress, chronic pain, heart disorders and these are just some of the major health…

“There is the lack of these platforms. I’ve found that the easiest way for me to help the artists grow is to create the platform.” Focusing on creating platforms for…

On our Tribe exclusive we just show up and be at our best with Lize Ehlers, as she talks her last Album “Change”. She gives us the low down OR the HIGH UP…

“You become better at handling stress because you can use specialised stress reducing maintenance tools based on your unique brain wiring and responses.” Contributing to our individuality and uniqueness is…

“Up until very recently, not much was known about giraffe. These mostly shy and silent animals are mostly under-researched, and as a result their social structures and behaviours remain mostly…

Naftalie Shigwedha Amukwelele better known as D-Naff is in Studio. The Namibian award-winning and top selling rapper /singer is joining us for the first time on the Tribe. We’re talking music, marriage, Namibian…

Our brains are responsible for so much of who we are and what we do yet we often don’t know much about this powerful organ. The brains intricacies are truly…

With the recent murder of Letichia du Plessis a teacher from Rehoboth, the nation is once again calling on Government and Law Enforcement Agencies to step up the fight against…

“Our brains are very adaptable. We have the ability to physically change our brains by becoming more mindful of how we react or chose to react to our circumstances.” You…

“I do all the creative work in my head first, in my mind. All of this I do long before I cut the material, sometimes even before I have received…