As the highly anticipated MTC Maris Cup semifinals approach this Saturday in Mariental, the tension is palpable as four determined coaches spoke candidly about their aspirations for the coveted N$1.5 million prize. Bucks Buccaneers’ Woody Jacobs, African Stars’ Benedictus ‘Bennie’ Haoseb, Unam FC’s Robert Nauseb and Young Africans’ Maleagi Ngarizemo spoke to New Era Sports...
The Namibia Amateur Ladies Golf Union (NALGU) has partnered Nedbank Namibia, securing the title sponsorship for the upcoming Central Open, which will now be officially named the Nedbank Central Ladies Open. This prestigious event is scheduled to take place at Omeya Golf Club this weekend, aligning with the first leg of the innovative Nedbank Series...
FIFA Secretary General, Mattias Grafström, expressed his sorrow on the sudden passing Charles Siyauya, the General Secretary of the Namibia Football Association (NFA). Grafström said the late Siyauya was highly respected in African football and with NFA’s Executive Council, he played a vital role in advancing and developing the craft. “That is a task he...
The Namibia Horse Racing Association (NHRA) is galloping into a thrilling new chapter, with fresh leadership and a host of exciting developments to shape the future of the sport in Namibia. The stage was set on 22 February at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at St. Barnabas School Hall in Windhoek, where a new...
The Namibian Wrestling Federation (NWF) announced that two of their top Greco-Roman wrestlers, Virinao Nguatjiti and Devin Benhard, have been accepted into an exclusive two-week training camp at the renowned Institut National du Sport, de l’Expertise et de la Performance (INSEP) in Paris, France. This incredible opportunity comes through a groundbreaking partnership between United World...
The Rössing National Marathon Championship is set to make its highly anticipated return for the 34th consecutive year this Saturday in the coastal town of Swakopmund, featuring prominent runners like Alina Armas and seasoned marathoner Beata Naigambo. Armas, who is now 41 years of age, is a Namibian long-distance specialist, and has participated in several...
The Namibia Aquatic Sports Federation (NASFED) announced the selection of a talented group of swimmers to represent the nation at the South Africa National Open Water Championships. The competition will take place at the picturesque Marina Martinique in Jeffery’s Bay from 7 to 9 March, bringing together some of the best open-water swimmers from the...
Namibian mixed martial artist Veja Hinda, secured the Versus Featherweight Championship on Saturday, defeating South Africa’s Iviwe Mphathiswa by rear-naked choke in the third round. Reflecting on his win, Hinda expressed satisfaction with the result despite the challenges. “I fought a very experienced athlete with only three weeks’ notice and still managed to get the...
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) is in mourning following the sudden passing of its secretary general Charles Siyauya, yesterday after being hospitalised due to a suspected heart complication. The news has sent shockwaves through the football community in Namibia, leaving many in disbelief and sorrow. Siyauya, who was appointed to the position of secretary general...
Former Namibian international footballer Epafras ‘Bobby’ Justinus has turned his focus to helping local players secure contracts abroad, as he prepares to become a Fifa-licensed football agent. Hailing from Oshakati in northern Namibia, he began his football journey at the age of 13 with Foxy Senior. In 2021, he signed with Ukrainian side Karpaty, where...