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Desert FM catches up with Namibian director and producer Adriano Visagie and actor X as they prepare to bring Franz Kafka’s classic 'A Report to an Academy' back to the stage on 20 November, at the Goethe-Institut Namibia.

Directed by Visagie, who previously performed the role under the late theater legend David Ndjavera, the new solo production stars X in a demanding one-man performance.

Sunbet Namibia country manager Shafa Shaimemanya is backing African Stars to secure a win against Orlando Pirates as the Namibian side looks to overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit. Fans can gather at Temperature Lounge at Khomasdal for a watch party ahead of the 20h00 kick-off

IPC shadow minister of finance Michael Mwashindange is questioning whether Namibia’s midterm budget review adequately addresses the needs of ordinary citizens. He is calling for greater accountability in public spending and stronger investment in healthcare, housing, sanitation and agriculture.

National Democratic Party leader Martin Lukato is urging the government to strengthen accountability and ensure public funds benefit all Namibians. He says better management of the country’s resources is essential to tackling poverty, hunger and poor service delivery.

Namibian artist Shishani is seeking the public’s support to reach the finals of the Timbaland x Orbit Global Talent Search. She says the competition offers an opportunity to showcase Namibian talent and music to a global audience.

Independent Patriots for Change spokesperson Emmanuel Nashingi has criticised the handling of Namibia’s petroleum amendment bill, raising concerns about parliamentary scrutiny and the proposed transfer of petroleum oversight to the Office of the President. He says transparency, accountability and effective regulation are essential to ensuring that Namibia’s oil and gas resources benefit its people.

Namibia’s under-15 boys are gaining valuable international experience at the inaugural Fifa Under-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan. Namibia Football Association spokesperson Cassius Moeti says the tournament is an important foundation for developing future Brave Warriors stars.

Ahead of the ninth annual Simply You Magazine Lifestyle and Fashion Awards taking place on Saturday, Desert FM catches up with Helena Agappe, a representative from Simply You Magazine, to explore this year's theme: 'Rooted in Namibia, Styled for the World'.

Agappe breaks down how the theme highlights the global potential of Namibian creatives, reinforcing that local talent in fashion design, modelling, photography, styling and makeup can compete on international stages.

Following minister of urban and rural development James Sankwasa's stern warning at the 27th Annual Council of Traditional Leaders meeting regarding the illegal commercialisation of communal land, Desert FM sits down with human rights defender and ancestral land activist Jarri Tjeja-Uatjatindi.

Tjeja-Uatjatindi unpacks the constitutional, legal, and socioeconomic ramifications of traditional authorities charging rural communities exorbitant fees of up to N$50 000 per hectare for state-owned communal land.

Following alarming statistics released by the Khomas Suicide Prevention Task Force – revealing 370 suicide cases in the Khomas region between January 2021 and June 2026, with men accounting for 80% of the deaths – Desert FM speaks with Samora Machel constituency councillor Lydia Kanime. As the constituency leading in these numbers, Samora Machel encompasses several sprawling informal settlements where residents endure severe socioeconomic strain, including high unemployment, poverty, food insecurity, lack of basic services and family conflicts.