The 2024 Over-50s Cricket Tournament was officially launched by the Veterans Cricket Association of Namibia in Windhoek last week. The tournament features Namibia, Zimbabwe and two teams from South Africa. The tournament includes eight 45-over matches from the competition, which started on 17 to 21 November. The tournament, proudly sponsored by Nedbank Namibia to the...
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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...
A year of progress, promise under Shimooshili’s leadership … as NFA looks to future
With a year at the helm of the Namibia Football Association (NFA), president Robert Shimooshili has ushered in a new era of promise and progress. Not only has he secured financial support from key stakeholders, but he is also laying the groundwork for the future by championing the construction of football fields across Namibia. The...
Eichab sets sight on title
After finishing third in last season’s premier league season, Khomas Nampol head coach Fortune Eichab said he has set his sights on challenging for the league title. The police team amassed a total of 59 points. This is five points behind the league winners, African Stars. Reflecting on his tremendous performance in the league last season,...
Adams dismisses legends’ claims
Zebaldt Ngaruka THE re-elected Black Africa (BA) chairperson, Tomi Adams said the recent call by former players does not hold water. The players made calls after the team held its annual general meeting (AGM) in Khorixas on 9 November 2024 in the Kunene region. Amongst the claims raised by the legends is the exclusion of...
Namibian Army makes debut at skills competition
Zebaldt Ngaruka The Namibian Army’s military team coach Mekondjo Phillipus said the team learnt a lot from the military skills competition, recently held at Potchefstroom in South Africa (SA). The Namibian team joined participants from the United States of America (USA), Germany, the Netherlands, Zimbabwe and the host nation SA. The participants competed in rifle...
Tjiueza to lead Warriors against Kenya
THE Brave Warriors of Namibia are bracing for a crucial encounter against Kenya, determined to bow out of the African Cup of Nations’ (Afcon) qualifiers on a high note. With stakes high and expectations soaring, the team’s hopes rest heavily on the shoulders of star Cape Town City player Prins Tjiueza. Known for his tenacity,...
Omaheke Regional Council recognises athletes
Zebaldt Ngaruka The Omaheke Regional Council (ORC) on Saturday honoured 98 athletes for their dedication and achievements. The prestigious event was aimed at highlighting the region’s spirit, celebrating athletes’ success, and encouraging upcoming athletes to take sport seriously. Amongst the recipients were boxers from the region who made their mark in their boxing career: Vikapita...
Nedbank Rock and Rut XC Series has successful season
The Rock and Rut Mountain Bike Club held its 2024 annual general meeting (AGM) at the Nedbank Campus in Windhoek on 13 November, where the 2024 Nedbank Rock and Rut XC Series winners were announced. Elite male cyclist Kevin Lowe and elite female cyclist Jean-Marie Mostert, took the honours, and were crowned the series champions...
Omaheke welcomes return of women’s football
Zebaldt Ngaruka Following the announcement by the Namibia Football Association (NFA) of the resumption of all leagues in the country, the Omaheke Women’s Regional Football Association (OWRFA), says the good news has been long in coming. OWRFA chairperson Pamela Mujoro said the delay in the Women Super League’s kick-off had resulted in idleness and some...