Cape Town, with its pretty ocean views and gentle wind, seemed like the perfect backdrop for a race. However, for Namibian runners tackling the Two Oceans Marathon, the real challenge was not the scenic route. It was the battle within their minds. This renowned race, dubbed one of the world’s most beautiful races, drew runners...
Author: Maurice Kambukwe (Maurice Kambukwe )
Weekend Recap
A number of sporting events unfolded across Namibia and beyond the borders this weekend, with Namibian athletes making their mark in diverse competitions. From triumphant jukskei performances in South Africa to thrilling netball and basketball clashes on home soil, as well as the bittersweet outcomes in cricket and triathlon, here’s a round-up of key highlights....
It was a learning curve – Koorts Snr
Cecil Koorts Snr says his two go-kart riders, who competed in the second leg of the Rok Nationals, experienced challenges but gained valuable experience from their participation. The two riders are Cecil Koorts Jnr, who competed in the Mini Rok category, marking his second international event, and Kristopher Koudelka, who made her debut in the...
Wanderers thrash Dolphins
Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) league defending champions Wanderers made a huge statement this weekend, of their intentions to retain the title they won last year, after registering a crushing 82-0 defeat of coastal outfit Dolphins. “I think it’s every team’s goal to aim for the title, and we are no exception. Saturday’s results are a...
Stars maintain lead at the top …as Ongos climb up
Log leaders African Stars maintained their position at the top of the Premier League on Saturday, while Young African remained unbeaten after registering a win. Stars edged hosts Okahandja United 1-0, extending their stay at the top. The defending champions now have 26 points from 13 matches played as of Saturday. Khomas Nampol climbed to...
Welwitschias to face Italy, Uganda
The Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) announced on Saturday the dates for the Welwitschias’ upcoming friendly matches against Uganda and Italy. These games are part of preparations for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers, which will take place in Kampala, Uganda, later this year. “These friendlies are part of our plan to give local and international players...
Thrilling weekend of basketball action in the KBA
Action in the Khomas Basketball Association (KBA) will continue with several exciting games slated for the weekend at Unam Gym Hall in the capital. Today, in the premier division, Unam Rebels will square off against BAS Vikings in a match scheduled to start at 18h00. At 19h30, at the same venue, Unam Phoenix will take...
Shipanga confident Blue Waters can turn draws to wins …as league action continues
Paulus Shipanga, Blue Waters head coach, insists that there is nothing wrong with his team as they need to turn draws into wins. The coastal outfit finds themselves in the second-last position with only 11 points from 13 games played this season. Statistics show they only managed to collect maximum points once while drawing nine...
Khomas 100 Africa champs to boost economy
Namibia is set to make history as it hosts Africa’s first-ever Continental Gravel event, the Khomas 100 Africa Champs. The event will take place on 23 August 2025 in Windhoek. The groundbreaking competition, announced by the Namibia Cycling Federation (NCF) and Hollard Insurance is a major milestone for the sport. It is expected to have...
Namibian tennis player eye glory in Botswana
The Namibia Tennis Association (NTA) has sent a six-member team to compete in a prestigious tennis tournament in Gaborone, Botswana, as part of their preparations for the upcoming Region 5 Games. The event will be hosted in Namibia later this year. The squad includes Rubben Yssel, Dante Marcus, Leandre Louw, Johan Theron, Joanivia Bezuidenhout and...