The Capricorn Eagles series came to a dramatic close with a nail-biting final game that had fans on the edge of their seats right up to the last ball on Tuesday. In what has been arguably the most entertaining showcase of international women’s cricket on Namibian soil, Uganda beat the Capricorn Eagles by six wickets...
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Ruacana Easter tournament this weekend
OPUWO – The highly-anticipated Ruacana Easter tournament returns this weekend for its 12th edition. It will feature six categories competing over four days from Friday at the Oshifo sports field. In an interview with Nampa on Tuesday, tournament organiser Simaneka Nendongo stated that the event is an initiative by the Ruacana Town Council to boost...
Omaheke U/20 ready for Newspaper cup
Zebaldt Ngaruka EPUKIRO – The Omaheke region’s football and netball U/20 teams are prepared for the upcoming Nedbank Newspaper Cup competition slated for Outjo in the Kunene region this coming weekend. Omaheke region is drawn in group D together with Kavango West and Otjozondjupa. Venomambo Mbuende, the team manager of Omaheke, said all is ready,...
Futsal team intensifies training
With less than 10 days left before the 2025 Futsal Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) takes centre-stage, Namibia’s team has intensified its training as they prepare for a crucial match-up against the host nation. Namibia is in Group A, together with host nation Morocco and Cameroon, in what is considered a tough group at...
Tales of the Legends – Tragedy hits Namibian football …RIP – Helmut Andreas (1970-2025), Hans Petrus (1998-2025), Dennis Tjihero (1985-2025)
The Namibian Football Association (NFA) has issued an emotional and touching press statement, expressing sorrow while sending heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families of the deceased, which reads as follows verbatim: “NFA is deeply saddened to announce the tragic passing of two esteemed match officials Andreas and Petrus following a catastrophic motor vehicle accident last...
Interim board prioritises professional boxing for women
One of the top priorities of the interim Boxing and Wrestling Control Board which was appointed last month is helping with input for Parliament to amend the outdated Boxing and Wrestling Control Act of 1980. This law still prevents women from competing in professional boxing. The interim board is chaired by Armas Shivute, with Anita...
Namibian stables saddle up for thrilling MA-SA derby in Botswana
Three Namibian horse- racing clubs are gearing up to showcase their best steeds at the highly-anticipated MA-SA derby, set to take place at the MA-SA Racing Park in Samedupi village near Maun in Botswana on Saturday. This is the second edition of the Easter holiday derby, which promises to become one of the most prestigious...
Giovanni guns for golden boot
Despite so much pressure, current Debmarine Premiership top goal-scorer Giovanni Kaninab said he has what it takes to end the season on top. The Shandumbala-based outfit’s striker, who has amassed a total of nine goals this season, stated that he is happy to be the leading scorer in the topflight league. “I am happy to...
Ngarizemo: We move on from defeat
Zebaldt Ngaruka GOBABIS – Following their first defeat in the Debmarine Premier League this season at the hands of Bucks Buccaneers on Saturday, Gobabis outfit Young African’s coach Maleagi Ngarizemo said they are focused on future matches. On Saturday, Young African lost 1-0 to Ronnie Kanalelo’s Bucks Buccaneers at the Independence Stadium in the capital....
Coaching clinic attracts attention
Several aspiring boxers and coaches have shown interest in participating in an upcoming coaching clinic, but the organiser is asking more people to register. Top amateur boxing stable, MTC Kilimanjaro Boxing Club, will this month host a coaching clinic at Iipumbu Senior Secondary School in the Oshana region, which will be aimed at giving basic...