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Debmarine Premiership to kick off on 29 November … with confirmed sponsorship of N$18 million
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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
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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...

‘Desert Storm’ readies for epic clash … undefeated Montgomery man to beat 
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‘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...

NRU appoints new coaches
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NRU appoints new coaches

The Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) has appointed an entirely new coaching team to lead the national squad in their World Cup qualifying campaign next year. Former rugby player, Jacques Burger steps into the role of director of rugby, succeeding Allister Coetzee. The full coaching team includes Chrysander Botha as head coach, with Jaco Engels, Rohan...

Rising star: Kautura Muundjua aims for England
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Rising star: Kautura Muundjua aims for England

At just 16 years, Kautura Muundjua from Windhoek Gymnasium is already making waves in the world of football.  With a keen focus on developing his defensive skills, he has set his sights on one day showcasing his talents in England.  Recently, Limba Mupetami (LM) of New Era Sport had the opportunity to sit with this...

Personality of the week – Solunga: Manning the sticks, saving balls
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Personality of the week – Solunga: Manning the sticks, saving balls

At a tender age, Milco Solunga has already made a significant mark in the world of football.  As the starting goalkeeper for the Khomas Regional U/17 team, which recently competed in the prestigious 2024 Yangzhou China Grand Canal Cities Men’s Elite Youth Football Tournament, where they took second place, Solunga’s journey is one of passion,...

Khomas team finishes second in China
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Khomas team finishes second in China

YANGZHOU- The Khomas U/17 regional team finished second at the prestigious 2024 Yangzhou China Grand Canal Cities Men’s Elite Youth Football Tournament, which concluded yesterday in Yangzhou City.  Khomas represented Namibia at the tournament.  The young athletes faced a challenging final match against the Jiangsu Province team, ultimately falling short with a scoreline of 5-1. ...