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In the latest episode of Namibia’s Cyber Security Podcast, Somebody’s Watching, Marcel and Michael from Obsidian Shield Cybersecurity sit down with experienced Namibian IT professional Wynand Gariseb, who brings more than 20 years of experience in the technology and information technology industry. Having worked with major Namibian institutions including FNB Namibia and the University of Namibia (UNAM), Wynand offers a unique perspective on the evolution of technology, IT infrastructure and […]

Taylor Swift Just Made MTV VMAs History — And Gave Dolly Parton the Sweetest Shoutout Taylor Swift really said “add another one to the collection” — and honestly, at this point, we’re running out of ways to describe her award shelf. The pop superstar made MTV VMAs history on Sunday, September 27, officially becoming the most-awarded artist in the history of the show with 32 wins. Thirty-two. Before the ceremony, […]

On this episode of Somebody's Watching, Marcel and Michael sit down in Windhoek for an honest conversation about life as a SOC Analyst and what it really takes to build a career in cybersecurity — including in Namibia's growing tech and information security space. They talk through the full journey: from university and breaking into the industry, to gaining hands-on experience, building the right skills, and levelling up through training […]

For more than a decade, the One Economy Foundation has been creating opportunities for young Namibians, and this year marks the 11th edition of its Annual Fundraising Soirée, themed “Rooted in Purpose.” In this interview, we chat to Mavis Braga from the One Economy Foundation about how the Soirée and the One Impact Raffle are helping drive meaningful change, how anyone can get involved — whether they attend the event […]

In this episode of Namibia's Premier Cyber Security podcast - Somebody’s Watching, Marcel and Michael are joined by Tuna Brock from the Bank of Namibia for a conversation about the development and future of fintech in Namibia. Tuna shares insight into the journey behind the initiative, Fintech Youth Programme and the Innovation Hub and how fintech solutions are assessed before entering the Namibian market, and the role innovation hub can […]

Shopping online from South Africa has never been easier. Sunet chatted to Rolay Botes, co-founder of UnboxSA, about how the service simplifies cross-border shopping for Namibians. They unpack how consolidated shipping can help customers save on delivery costs, explain the differences between the Basic and Premium membership options, discuss delivery times across Namibia, and clear up how import VAT and other charges work. Whether you're a seasoned online shopper or […]

As more of our daily lives move online, cyber criminals are finding new ways to target vulnerable people – and senior citizens are often at the top of their list. But with the right knowledge, many scams can be stopped before they happen. In Episode 6 of Somebody's Watching, Namibia's cyber security podcast, Marcel and Michael from Obsidian Shield Cyber Security unpack why scammers specifically target older adults, the warning […]

Every Grade 12 learner at Waldorf School Windhoek completes a practical project designed to connect classroom learning with real-world experience. Guided by an external mentor, learners spend months researching, experimenting, overcoming challenges, and documenting their progress before presenting their work as part of their final-year portfolio. In this interview, we chat to two students about the purpose and value of these projects, while also exploring their own topics—ethanol production and […]

As kids spend more of their lives on phones, social platforms, and AI chatbots, the question of how to keep them safe online has never been more urgent. In this episode, we dig into the real risks young people face on the internet today from predatory contact and grooming tactics, to algorithm-driven content that can pull kids toward harmful material, to the newer wrinkle of AI companions and chatbots that […]