Conrad Angula

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Senior Journalist at The Namibian

Award winning Senior Journalist @TheNamibian in Namibia. Former football player turned number one football fan.

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You have to be brave to be a goalkeeper - Harry Januarie

2 weeks ago | namibian.com.na | Conrad Angula

Goalkeeping is a specialist position which requires excellent timing, anticipation, agility, ball handling skills and, most importantly, bravery. That is how former Black Africa, Orlando Pirates, SKW FC and Brave Warriors goaltender Herman ‘Harry’ Januarie describes the attributes of a goalkeeper. “Goalkeeping is definitely not for the faint-hearted . . .
Khorixas poised for exciting ma /gaisa festival

3 weeks ago | namibian.com.na | Conrad Angula

All roads will lead to Khorixas this weekend, where 11 of Namibia’s finest ma /gaisa artists will grace the Herbert Conradie Stadium for the inaugural Ma /Gaisa Festival Volume 1. The star-studded event, which was made possible by organisers Watson Ndara and Elizabeth Gomaxas, will be held from 4 to 6 April. “It isn’t every day that Khorixas an event of this magnitude.
Gerhard Barnard: The sprinter without a peer

1 month ago | namibian.com.na | Conrad Angula

Retired sprinter Gerhard Barnard, who made his name before independence, was born with running and athletics in his DNA. Born in Cape Town, South Africa, in 1967, the speedster moved with his family to then South West Africa as a six-month-old baby after his dad was appointed as the territory’s first attorney general. The former junior 100m and 200m record holder was only seven years old when he, as a Sub A pupil at Pionierspark Primary School, started setting and equalling records.
Ndilimani bids farewell to revolutionary leader Nujoma

1 month ago | namibian.com.na | Conrad Angula

Ndilimani Cultural Troupe, Swapo’s revolutionary band, pays tribute to founding president Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma – the person who revolutionised their music. Speaking on behalf of the band, Ndilimani manager Jessy Nombanza says: “Although his age was at an advanced stage, comrade Nujoma’s passing left band members devastated, especially those of us who have been with the band for quite a long time. “Tears can easily pour down our cheeks as we go down memory lane.
Lazarus Kaimbi: the epitome of a professional footballer

2 months ago | namibian.com.na | Conrad Angula

Ramblers, Jomo Cosmos and Bangkok Glass wing attacker Lazarus ‘LK11’ Kaimbi’s professional football journey has been full of glitz and glamour. He started playing in the streets before joining a coaching clinic in Khomasdal where they trained every Saturday morning. Things got more serious at David Bezuidenhout Secondary School in Khomasdal.
Ou Stakes: From Clashing with the Law to ‘King of Ma /Gaisa’

2 months ago | namibian.com.na | Conrad Angula

Swakopmund’s Ou Stakes has not only cemented his place as a leading force in ma /gaisa music, but has also proven to be a resilient artist, entrepreneur and mentor. Stanley Hamaseb survived constantly clashing with the law to become the “undisputed king of ma /gaisa music”, according to his fans. The crown was officially presented to the late Phura Duwe at the NamPower Convention Hall almost a decade ago, but Ou Stakes has carried the mantle Phura left with pride and dignity.
Equal Opportunities For ‘Next Ma /Gaisa Star’ Auditions

Jan 18, 2025 | namibian.com.na | Conrad Angula

The 2025 edition of the ‘Next Ma /Gaisa Star’ singing competition has taken steps to be more inclusive than ever. This was announced by Stella !Naruses, co-owner of SAN-Welwitschia Music Productions and one of the organisers of the singing competition which has taken the country by storm for the past three years. !Naruses added that competition organisers plan to collaborate with video editors and studio owners to help contestants with their recordings.
When Benfica met Santos: Ginola Gamseb’s epic left wing legacy

Jan 17, 2025 | namibian.com.na | Conrad Angula

A hard worker, committed, disciplined. These were the characteristics that saw former Benfica and Chief Santos winger Jenoh ‘Ginola’ Gamseb become an integral part of the junior national teams at the peak of his football career. Born and raised at the northern town of Tsumeb, Gamseb started making a name for himself while still at St Francis Primary School when he was called up to represent the Safe Ochurub-coached Otjikoto regional under-14 team in the Rossing Cup.
Marv Town headlines festive season music shows

Dec 18, 2024 | namibian.com.na | Conrad Angula

The Finnish missionaries may have brought Christianity to then South West Africa, but livewire Namibian artist Mervin Claasen, popularly known by his stage name Marv Town, has taken the ma /gaisa music genre to Finland. The likeable singer and performer, undoubtedly one of the hottest ma /gaisa artists in the country, shares his experience of what he describes as “very amazing performances” in Helsinki. “My trip to Finland was a complete eye-opener.
The right football training makes perfect

Dec 12, 2024 | namibian.com.na | Conrad Angula

Former Blue Waters and Life Fighters midfield ace Heinrich ‘Barnes’ Angula rates among the best distributors of the ball, something he learned from former Black Africa wonderboy Lucky ‘Thindwa’ Bostander. The Otjiwarongo native says he grew up admiring Bostander. “I wanted to play like him. He was such a great player, very calm, a brilliant shooter and passer, and he had great ball control. Bostander was any coach’s dream midfielder. Despite my admiration for him, I tried to make an impact of my own.