The next Nedbank Windhoek Pedal Power Race event is scheduled for Sunday at Copperkettle in Windhoek. This is after Namibian elite cyclist Alex Miller and cycling newcomer Louise Breed won the first Nedbank Windhoek Pedal Power race of the 2025 season. The road cycling season opener took place at Teufels Schlucht outside Windhoek this past...
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Debmarine Premier League resumes this weekend … match to watch between NamPol and Young African
The highly-anticipated 2024/2025 Debmarine Premier League returns this weekend with a thrilling lineup of matches. First up, the newly-renamed Bucks Buccaneers, formerly known as Civics, will kick things off at 14h00 against Rundu-based Julinho Athletics at the University of Namibia (Unam) Stadium. Despite sitting 13th on the log, coach Bertus Bock and assistant James Britz...
Another win for Sabalenka … as rain hampers opening day
Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka extended her Australian Open winning streak to 15 matches on a rain-soaked opening day at Melbourne Park. Less than an hour of play was possible on the outside courts before a huge thunderstorm, sending spectators running for cover and causing a delay of more than six hours. The matches continued as...
Chelsea made to battle before easing past Morecambe in FA Cup
Chelsea were made to wait for the floodgates to open as League Two Morecambe put up dogged resistance before going down 5-0 in the Football Association Cup third round at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. There were periods in the first half when the 87 places separating these sides in the pyramid could easily be forgotten,...
Walker has asked to leave Manchester City – Guardiola
Kyle Walker has asked to leave Manchester City, manager Pep Guardiola has revealed. The England right back was not included in City’s squad for Saturday’s 8-0 demolition of fourth tier Salford in the FA Cup third round. Asked about the 34-year-old’s absence, Guardiola said: “Two days ago, Kyle asked to explore the options to play...
Antsino proud of CHAN officiating role … first time for Namibian woman at this stage
Football referee and former Brave Gladiators player Twanyanyukwa Antsino has made history by being selected by the Confederation of African Football (Caf) to officiate at the prestigious African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025. Born and raised in Oshikuku, Antsino (33) has made significant strides in her officiating career. She will be the only Namibian referee chosen...
Abraham embarks on global training journey
Local wrestling sensation Ester Abraham is set to embark on a transformative journey. She departs for India tomorrow to participate in a prestigious all-female training camp, hosted by the India Wrestling Federation. The two-week programme will see Abraham refine her skills alongside some of the best female wrestlers in the region. She will then head...
Kisting brings rugby expertise back to hometown
MARIENTAL – Professional rugby player Helarius Kisting and Mariental-based rugby coach Unomasa Kavita hosted a two-day rugby training camp in Mariental. The camp started on Wednesday, and was being hosted with the support of the Namibia Rugby Union (NRU). It was attended by 30 participants between the ages of 16 and 22. Kavita, owner of...
NFA welcomes 2025 with exciting developments
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has shared their plans for 2025 whilst reflecting on last year’s accomplishments. In a statement shared yesterday, NFA shared that while significant strides have been made, the NFA recognises that substantial work remains to fully transform Namibian football and elevate the quality of the game nationwide. “The association remains steadfast...
Tales of the Legends – The positive influence of sport in the life and times of ‘Manni’ Goldbeck
“We had a lot of free time on our hands, and there was not much going on, so we resolved to play football inside the school hall. Many happy hours were spent engaging in small games kicking around between the boys. My passion for football and sport in general was born right there which culminated...









