Team Namibia delivered an impressive performance at the 76th South African Outdoor Target Archery Nationals in Johannesburg, returning home with a string of podium finishes after a competitive weekend of international archery. The tournament, held from 27 to 29 March at Marks Park Sports Ground, attracted 154 archers from across South Africa and several other...
In Namibia’s boxing circles, the name Siegfried ‘Blackie’ Kaperu, affectionately known as SBK, commands immense respect. From humble beginnings on a farm to shaping some of the country’s greatest boxing champions, Kaperu’s journey is a story of dedication, discipline and passion for the sport. Today, regarded as one of Namibia’s most decorated boxing trainers, Kaperu’s...
The 76th South African Outdoor Target Archery nationals will take place in Johannesburg, South Africa, from 27 to 29 March, drawing 154 archers from across South Africa and as far afield as Kenya, Zimbabwe and Mauritius, a truly international shooting line. Competing under strict World Archery (WA) rules, archers will battle it out on the classic outdoor...
The Unam Stadium will stage two exciting fixtures this weekend in the FNB Women’s Super League, as teams battle it out in outstanding round eight and nine matches. Unam Bokkies, Desert Foxes FC and Arrows Ladies FC are all set for action in what promises to be a decisive weekend in the race for points....
Windhoek will come alive with boxing action when Namibian boxer Mateus Heita defends his WBO Africa Featherweight Title during the “Tribute to His Excellency Dr Sam Shafishuna Nujoma Boxing Bonanza” at the Windhoek Showgrounds on 9 May. The event, organised by the MTC Nestor Sunshine Tobias Boxing and Fitness Academy in partnership with the Sam...
The Namibian mixed martial arts (MMA) team is seeking sponsorship support as it prepares for a demanding 2026 international competition schedule. According to team head coach Carlos De Sousa, financial backing will be crucial to ensure that local athletes can compete at major continental and global events throughout the year. The team is set to...
Woody Jacobs, assisted by Dinocarpio Pieters and goalkeeper coach Gift Tjivikua, will lead Namibia’s Baby Gladiators in the upcoming FIFA U/17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Kenya. The match is set for 12 April at the Unam Stadium in Windhoek. Jacobs said choosing a 25-player provisional squad from an initial group of 80 talented girls...
Namibia’s senior national football team, Brave Warriors, is in Astana, Kazakhstan, where they will compete in the 2026 FIFA Series international friendlies. The Brave Warriors will open their campaign against the hosts, the Kazakhstan national football team, today at the Astana Arena, with kick-off scheduled for 14h00 Namibian time. Speaking at a press conference yesterday,...
The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture (MEIYSAC) has allocated N$10 million to each region nationwide for ongoing sports infrastructure development, particularly the rollout of facilities at the regional and constituency levels. In a statement, the ministry explained that the government’s sports infrastructure development programme is structured into three interconnected tiers: national...
The annual Bank Windhoek Independence Betterball tournament proved to be a memorable affair as golfers gathered at the Windhoek Golf Club on Saturday to celebrate Namibia’s independence through sport. Sponsored by Bank Windhoek, the tournament attracted an impressive field of 58 golfers forming 29 teams, all competing for top honours in what turned out to...