The Namibian U/19 men’s cricket squad is set to compete in the ICC U19 men’s Cricket World Cup Africa qualifiers. The 14-man squad has been announced, with six countries – host Nigeria, Namibia, Kenya, Sierra Leone, Uganda and Tanzania set to compete in the qualifiers in Nigeria from 28 March to 6 April. The matches...
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Tales of the Legends – In conversation with football playing educator Pecka Semba
A well-groomed product of the conveyer belt of the now-famous football architect Meester Willem Hans’ well drilled machine at the unofficial ‘School of Excellence’ football wise, the revered St. Joseph’s Catholic Mission Secondary School better known as Döbra, where the beautiful game of football was the common denominator amongst her subjects, young Semba is certainly destined...
Warriors ready to water down Flames of Malawi … crucial match in Group H today
The Brave Warriors are fired up and ready to face the Flames of Malawi in a crucial Group H showdown today at the Bingu National Stadium, with the kick-off set for 18h00. Head coach Collin Benjamin has called upon a 24-player squad, which includes Namibia’s star striker Peter Shalulile, to battle for victory. Joining him...
Friends eye promotion
Zebaldt Ngaruka Rehoboth-based team Friends FC is determined to secure victory in the Namibia Football Association’s Southern Stream First Division league by any means necessary. The team is yet to lose a game in the league after it collected maximum points from four league fixtures played so far this season. The club’s head coach, Manfred...
Records broken at recent NASFED gala
The Bank Windhoek, Namibia Aquatic Sports Federation’s (Nasfed) fourth Long Course Gala held last weekend at Olympia Swimming Pool set new records, as more than 100 athletes competed in 34 events. Roselinda Matyayi from Aqua Swimming and Fitness Club set a record for the 13-14 girls’ 50 metre backstroke with a time of 30.61 seconds....
Documentary on women’s football premieres tomorrow
The highly-anticipated documentary ‘Beyond the Goalpost’ is set to premiere tomorrow at the Namibia Football Association’s Soccer House at 18h30. This documentary provides an intimate exploration of the trials and triumphs faced by Arrows Ladies’ players, offering audiences a deeper look at the sport beyond the match-day action. The project began last year with extensive...
Gladiators 5 eye World Cup spot
Head coach of Namibia’s Futsal team the Gladiators 5, Donovan Modise, has assured the nation that despite being drawn into a tough group, Namibia stands a chance of securing a 2025 Women’s Futsal World Cup spot. Speaking at a press conference yesterday while announcing the final squad for the upcoming Women’s Futsal Africa Cup of...
Continental golf tournament set for next month
Namibia is set to host the Southern Regional All-Africa Ladies Challenge Golf Trophy tournament next month, with seven countries expected to compete for top honours. The tournament will take place from 31 March to 4 April at the Windhoek Country Club and Casino. Participating nations include South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia and potentially...
Running booms in Namibia … movement towards healthier living
In recent years, running has become a popular trend in Namibia, especially in the capital city, Windhoek. People of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels are taking to the streets, either walking or jogging, as they embrace a healthier and more active lifestyle. This boom in popularity can be traced back to the onset of...
Okamatapati league rescheduled fixtures
The Clemence Rukatero Vihajo Okamatapati Soccer League postponed its last Sunday fixtures to the weekend of 29 to 30 March 2025 in the Otjozondjupa region. Wilson Nguvauva, the league coordinator, said the postponement was caused by the heavy rain experienced in the settlement. “This is understandable as we cannot stop the rain, but our games...