OZOMBOUVAPA—The inaugural Felix Tjozongoro Okamatapati football and netball tournament starts this Saturday at the Okamatapati sports field in the Otjozondjupa region. One of the organisers, Yvonne Tjakaurua said the knock-out competition is aimed at reviving the sport in the area and giving players opportunities to showcase their talent. “There is no social engagement within the...
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Omaheke festive tourneys set for completion
Various festive season tournaments are set for completion this coming weekend in the Omaheke region.Among them is the Epukiro constituency, where a record number of 57 football and 39 netball teams participated, with more slated to be completed this weekend.The first round of the prestigious event started last weekend at Okovimburu Sports Ground.One of the...
NFA receives N$300 000 boost
Legal practitioner Sisa Namandje donated N$300 000 to the Namibia Football Association (NFA) in Windhoek on Thursday. The amount, specifically for the third football division will be cut up in three parts (N$100 000) which will be paid every year for three years. NFA president, Robert Shimooshili said the funds will cater for the development...
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Festive fever hits Namibians
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