The Namibian senior women’s indoor hockey team is geared up to defend the Nkosi Cup title, which they clinched last year at the Wynberg Military Base in Cape Town, South Africa. This year’s competition, running from 13 to 17 December, will see Namibia face off against Spar South Africa and Ireland in what promises to...
Author: Limba Mupetami (Limba Mupetami)
Sport ministry caught in Independence Stadium tender dispute … Parties to meet in court today
Limba Mupetami Maria Sheya The Ministry of Sport will appear in the Windhoek High Court today at 9h00 for a hearing after being taken to court by a joint venture that lost out on the tender to revamp the Independence Stadium in Windhoek. Toivo Nuugulu Architects and Kerry McNamara Architects, a joint venture, filed an...
Namibia end Afcon with goalless draw against Kenya
The Brave Warriors of Namibia brought their disappointing qualifying campaign for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) to a close today with a 0-0 draw against Kenya’s Harambee Stars at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane. Despite a determined performance, neither team could find the back of the net. They had both been already...
A year of progress, promise under Shimooshili’s leadership … as NFA looks to future
With a year at the helm of the Namibia Football Association (NFA), president Robert Shimooshili has ushered in a new era of promise and progress. Not only has he secured financial support from key stakeholders, but he is also laying the groundwork for the future by championing the construction of football fields across Namibia. The...
N$800 000 for Independence Stadium feasibility study
The Ministry of Sport, Youth and National Service executive director Erastus Haitengela has confirmed the selection of Marley Tjitjo Architects to lead the feasibility study of the Independence Stadium renovation project. According to Haitengela, the public procurement contract stated that the firm was chosen to handle a feasibility study, design, tender documentation, contract administration, as...
Hoebeb reinstated at NFA after suspension
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has confirmed the reinstatement of Tovey Hoebeb, who resumed his duties as a safety officer following a suspension that began in May. NFA spokesperson Isack Hamata confirmed Hoebeb’s return to work. He however refrained from disclosing details about the disciplinary hearing Hoebeb underwent as well as whether he was suspended...
Debmarine Premiership to kick off on 29 November … with confirmed sponsorship of N$18 million
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has announced that the 2024/25 Debmarine Namibia Premiership will officially commence on 29 November, with Debmarine Namibia committing an N$18 million sponsorship. In a statement, the NFA emphasised that despite challenges in the diamond industry, the sponsorship underscores the positive impact natural diamonds have on local communities. The NFA highlighted...
Revivals seeks sponsorship to compete in Botswana
In a remarkable display of skill and teamwork, the Revivals Volleyball Club (RVC), one of Namibia’s oldest and most diverse community-based volleyball teams, recently made history by winning the inaugural MTC National Volleyball League in the women’s category. They finished the season undefeated. This triumph has earned the club the prestigious honour of representing Namibia...
Personality of the week – Robinho: ‘Sky’s not even the limit’
Robinho van Wyk is a name to keep an eye on – his passion, discipline and natural talent make him a rising star in the world of football. Whether it is on the pitch or off it, he proves that he has the right combination of drive, skill and charisma to make his dreams of...
‘Desert Storm’ readies for epic clash … undefeated Montgomery man to beat
Namibian boxer Sakaria ‘Desert Storm’ Lukas is set to take on undefeated American powerhouse Maliek ‘Maheim’ Montgomery in a high-stakes, 10-round super featherweight showdown in Atlanta on 22 November. Eyeing a shot at a title in the division, Lukas is leaving no stone unturned as he prepares with his trainer and promoter Immanuel ‘AC’ Moses...