Namibia readies to face Zimbabwe today at 18h00 in the return leg clash after losing 1-0 last week. How does life look like for Namibia as they hope to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations? If Cameroon gets a draw against Kenya today, they will have eight points, while Kenya and Zimbabwe will...
Sofia Simon, who was appointed as the first-ever substantive secretary general of Netball Namibia (NN) on Friday, said that her appointment marks a significant milestone not only for herself but for the federation. Simon stated that as netball is predominantly played by women in many regions, being part of the organisation allows her to advocate...
The head gaffer of the Brave Warriors, Collin Benjamin has a rather philosophical approach to the challenges facing his team as they sit at the bottom of Group J in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers. After a narrow 1-0 loss to Zimbabwe last Thursday, Benjamin’s words were as vivid as a painter’s...
Namibian boxer Fillipus ‘Energy’ Nghitumbwa delivered on his promise by defeating former world champion Yukinori Oguni in his own backyard, Japan, via a technical knockout in the first round of an international super bantamweight non-title fight yesterday morning. This electrifying performance marks a significant milestone in Nghitumbwa’s career, further cementing his reputation as a formidable...
Namibia’s impressive seven-game unbeaten run against Zimbabwe ended yesterday afternoon after the Brave Warriors succumbed to a disappointing 1-0 defeat in the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg. The loss was a bitter pill for the Namibian team, who had been riding high on their previous successes against their neighbours....
The Namibia Hockey Union (NHU) is grappling with significant internal strife, prompting calls for an urgent annual general meeting (AGM) to address a plethora of grievances from its member clubs. Issues range from claims of leadership stagnation to a lack of competitive action, casting a shadow over the future of hockey in Namibia. A source...
The spotlight is shining brightly on today’s Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifier showdown in Group J at Orlando Stadium, featuring Namibia’s Brave Warriors taking on Zimbabwe. Namibia’s roster is bursting with talent, showcasing stars like Deon Hotto, Prinz Tjiueza, Vitapi Ngaruka, Lloydt Kazapua, Kennedy Hamutenya, Betheul Muzeu and Riaan Hanamub. Coach Collin Benjamin has...
The marketing, sponsorship and communications manager of the Namibia Football Association (NFA), Isack Hamata, confirmed that the Brave Warriors’ Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) match, set for 15h00 tomorrow against Zimbabwe, will take place behind closed doors at the Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg. He provided clarity following a report in the Chronicle newspaper, which stated...
Nedbank Namibia officially launched the 20th edition of the Nedbank Desert Dash, extending the distance from 397km to 401km. This endurance challenge will take place from 6-7 December, starting at Grove Mall, traversing the Khomas Hochland Mountains and the Namib Desert, and finishing at Platz am Meer in Swakopmund. Over 900 cyclists are set to...
In the heart of Windhoek, where creativity meets craftsmanship, two self-taught carpenters Linus Samuel and Tangeni Nghiyepa are turning discarded pallets into household furniture. Nestled in their modest corrugated zinc workshop located next to the Havana Three-Way, the duo works tirelessly to create pieces that not only serve practical purposes, but also inspire others in...