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...
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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...
We can qualify for the World Cup – Ritcher …as Gladiators 5 depart for Morocco
Namibia’s Futsal Gladiators 5 have set their sights on securing a spot at the 2025 Fifa Futsal Women’s World Cup in the Philippines, as they head to Morocco for the Afcon qualifiers. Speaking at a send-off ceremony held at Government Park in Windhoek, Charlotte Martha Ritcher, the youngest player in the squad, yesterday expressed confidence...
Namibian go-karters gear up for Cape Town challenge
Two Namibian go-karters are currently in South Africa to compete in the second leg of the Rok Nationals. The event is scheduled for this weekend in Cape Town. Cecil Koorts Jnr will compete in the Mini Rok category, marking her second international event. Kristopher Koudelka will make her debut in the Kid Rok category. Speaking...
Teachers to gain valuable boxing skills
In an effort to steer young people away from negative social influences, MTC Kilimanjaro Boxing Club is set to host a coaching clinic at Iipumbu Senior Secondary School in the Oshana region. It will take place this month on 26 April, and will see the leaders of the boxing stable educate local teachers and students...
Women tournament crucial for growth
The Southern Regional All Africa Challenge Trophy currently underway at Windhoek Country Club is more than just a competition, it serves as a platform for learning, networking and showcasing talent, Namibia Amateur Ladies Golf Union (NALGU) secretary general, Tashia Kalondo said. Speaking at the tournament’s kick-off yesterday, she pointed out that while the event recognises...