Slowing Down to Smell the Coffee

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 name and go-to coffee for all who love to slow down and enjoy the coffee way of life. Talking about how this business came about, 99FM’s MYD Smart spoke to …

The MYD Show – Uncover Your Muse with Hermien Elago

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, to putting one foot in front of another until she was getting a medal at the Two Oceans Marathon.  Hermien is a testament to the power of human potential that …

The MYD Show – Uncover Your Muse with Sam Shivute

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 determination and dedication, has risen to remarkable heights. Today he is the Director of the Banking Services Department at the Bank of Namibia, a motivational teacher, coach, mentor and much more. …

It’s Never Too Early or Too Late for Passion

“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 helps remove monotony from the workplace and what’s more, it’s a choice to work with passion. Yet, while studies show that a very small percentage of employees around the world …

The MYD Show – Uncover Your Muse with Elemotho

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 Namibian music, Elemotho has been sharing his talent and passion to help tell the Namibian story through song. He joined us in studio to talk about passion, the cycles of life …

The MYD Show – Uncover Your Muse with Big Ben

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 has always stuck to his own style of music even though he wasn’t always supported in doing this, but by staying true to himself today he is celebrated and respected …

Losing Yourself and Finding Yourself in Dance

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 passion and share it with others in the form of a dance school. 99FM’s MYD Art sat down with the dedicated dancer to talk about how determination, passion and sometimes …

Dreams Coming True for Namibian Chefs

“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 goes on to say, “I have always been passionate about cooking, I always wanted to be a chef in fact, but growing up my uncles told me that a man …

Finding Fun In Healthy Eating

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 memorable and fun. Annalien and Eddie Turner are the names behind Foodle©, a board game that is all about learning about food, what’s good, what’s true and what’s not. Annalien, …

The MYD Show – Uncover Your Muse with John De Almeida

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 Balloon pilot. He is also the chief pilot and owner of Samawati Hot Air Ballooning, Camp and Tours Namibia. John’s path to flying the skies of Namibia did not follow …