The recently-concluded HopHydro Cup gave players and coaches an insightful look at how far the country is lacking when it comes to youth development. The visiting side, Mamelodi Sundowns U/18, dominated the tournament, and won all their matches to win the trophy in the end. Sundowns coach Michael Manzini said it’s a bit of a...
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HopHydro Cup set for this weekend
Namibia is gearing up for an exciting weekend of football as it prepares to host two international teams from Germany and South Africa in the first-ever HopHydro Cup tournament. The much-anticipated event will take place in the capital at the CBS Arena. It will mark a significant milestone in Namibia’s sporting calendar. The tournament starts...
Suko White ropes in Exit for UK bash
MENONGONGO Gloria Kejarukua, popularly known as Suko White. is roping in the services of Kwaito star Exit to this year’s New Year’s Eve bash in the United Kingdom (UK), Manchester on 31 December. Kejarukua shared with VIBEZ! that this bash celebrates the end of a vibrant year, and highlights Namibian culture. “It’s about bringing a...
A remarkable season for Phileas Janka
Phileas Janka, the talented goalkeeper who has been the backbone of his team Collin Benjamin Soccer (CBS) Academy, recently won the Under-19 goalkeeper’s trophy after playing a pivotal role in guiding them to the honours in their group. Janka, who conceded only eight goals throughout the season, demonstrated exceptional skills in preventing opposition goals. As...
Kakuva scoops coach and team of the year
Former Chief Santos and national team star Lesley Lucky Kakuva managed to be named the U/19 coach of the year, and also guided his team Sport Klub Windhoek (SKW) to second place, scooping the team of the year, when the MTC HopSol Youth league came to a close recently. Kakuva feels this was a successful...
King Simon pens first book
Simon “Sunday” Mundandala, also known as King Simon, is the man behind the microphone on Mulunga Radio but has now also turned into an author. Mundandala who has kept listeners informed and entertained for 22 years shifted focus to the gospel in 2019 when he opened the Mercyland Namibia Ministry. This time around, he has...
Januarie scoops top-goal scorer award
Ramblers U/19’s sensational top goal scorer of the MTC HopSol Youth League was none other than Jaden Januarie. Januarie bagged 12 goals, for which he claimed the coveted title for the year. The star player felt the season was just as expected, tough and offered great competition. “The 2024 season was good for me and...
ACFA ends year strong with seven trophies
Athletic Club Football Academy (ACFA) had a stellar 2024 season, winning seven trophies in their different age groups, namely the MTC HopSol Youth League’s U/12 and the recently-concluded The Champion Super Four football tournament, where they took U/17 and U/15, respectively. The academy won four titles at their very own tournament in Windhoek earlier in...
Kwaito Lager puts final touches on new EP
Zambezi artist Given Chilinda, also known as Kwaito Lager, is preparing to unveil his second extended play (EP), titled ‘Give Me the Keys’. This follows the release of his latest music video for 2024, which shares the same name. With a decade of experience in the music industry, during which he has produced six albums...
`Chubby Beats’ evolves, expands product line … and releases new single
Local artist and entrepreneur Toto Ndameshime, also known as ‘Chubby Beats’, recently announced a new product to his ever-growing Chubby brand, called Fruity Sip. In 2016 Ndameshime launched his brand called Chubby Wear Clothing which grew into a wide range of products to include Bubbles Sparkling Water, Chili Chillatoz Hot Sauce, and DrinkMe Lemon Juice. ...