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Shitana Fredrick | |
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Twiindileni | |
| Born | 19 July 1985 Okongo, Ohangwena region |
| Other names | Lieutenant Shitana, LT Shitana |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, politician |
| Movement | Affirmative Repositioning (AR) |
Shitana Fredrick Twiindileni commonly known as Lieutenant Shitana(LT Shitana)[1], (born 19 July 1985 in Okongo)[2], is a Namibian artist, activist and politician[3].
Early life and music career
[edit]Born and raised in Okongo, in Ohangwena region, Lieutenant Shitana entered the music industry and started off working as a security guard and used his spare time during his night shifts to record his musics. Shitana later opened a mini-market in the north to self-fund his career[4]. He began selling his CDs on the streets and was challenged by people stealing his work and that of other musicians, opened a case against that of which he won.[1]
Activist journey
[edit]Beyond his political ambitions, Shitana launched his music career in 2006. Besides being a musician, Shitana signed an agreement with Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) to represent and promote Tafel Lager countrywide.[5] Lieutenant was officially nominated as a parliamentary candidate on the Affirmative Repositioning (AR) part list by its leader Job and ranked the 8th position in 2024[6][3][7] Lt Shitana's activist journey started with his music to advocate social justice including political involvement, such as government awareness about corruption and inequality[8]. Shitana has been involved in #FeesMustFall and other youth initiatives aimed at fighting for corruption and government injustices. Lt Shitana activist is a selfless activist who is intended to enable other Namibia artists to put their music on global platforms such as YouTube and Spotify[8].
Discography
[edit]- Omatilifo
- Konima Yonguto Ihakuhondamwa
- Oshimbwiyu (2021)
- Tetekela shii (2024)
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Lieutenant Shitana copyright case successful". The Namibian (Press release). 20 June 2019. Retrieved 2024-12-05.
- ^ "Shitana, Fredrick Twiindileni". Namibian Parliament. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ a b Kayunde, Michael (15 October 2024). "Musician Shitana nominated to AR parliamentary list". Namibian Sun. Retrieved 2024-12-05.
- ^ "Reflecting on a decade in music". The Namibian (Press release). 20 October 2021. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ "Lt Shitana bags Tafel Lager deal". The Namibian (Press release). 10 March 2022. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ Reporter, Staff (2025-03-19). "AR changes its parliamentary list". Informanté. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ "8th National Assembly: 2025 – 2030". Namibian Parliament. Retrieved 2025-05-01.
- ^ a b Nakaziko, Pinehas (18 April 2025). "Shitana Takes Piracy Fight to Parliament". The Namibian (Press release). Retrieved 2025-05-01.