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The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia (NamBTS) is currently experiencing a critical shortage of blood. 

The health ministry said between January and September 2023, the Windhoek Central Hospital’s Neonatal Unit admitted 620 preterm newborns, and 76 premature newborns did not survive, with preterm birth being the primary cause, alongside other contributing factors.

Namibia opened their 2023 Africa World Cup T20 qualifying tournament with a seven-wicket victory over test-playing Zimbabwe at the Wanderers Cricket Ground yesterday.

The Veterans Cricket Association of Namibia (VCAN) has announced its participation in the inaugural Over 40s Africa Cup tournament in Pretoria, South Africa, from 26 November to 1 December.

Various horse racing clubs are busy preparing for the Gobabis Summer Derby racing event, which is scheduled for early December.

Premier Sports Trading Betting (PstBet) on Tuesday welcomed Khomas NamPol Football Club into their family with a sponsorship of N$900 000 for three years.

In the realm of boxing, every match holds the potential to redefine a career – and for former World Boxing Organisation (WBO) Africa Super Bantamweight champion Energy Nghitumbwa, the upcoming battle is nothing short of pivotal.

Over 50 darts players will this weekend converge at the coastal town of Swakopmund to battle it out in another exciting darts tournament.

Despite securing the top spot in the league, Ongos FC coach Paulus Shipanga remains focused and determined as his team prepares for crucial weekend encounters.

The Brave Warriors atoned for the disappointing 1-0 narrow defeat to Equatorial Guinea by beating São Tomé and Príncipe 2-0 at the Stade d’Agadir in the 2026 Confederation of African Football World Cup Qualifiers in Agadir, Morocco, on Tuesday.