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Fierce competition expected in FNB July Handicap
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Fierce competition expected in FNB July Handicap

Zebaldt Ngaruka  The seventh edition of the FNB July Handicap will take place at Okondjatu’s Okahatjipara turf tomorrow with the country’s top racehorses set to participate. The popular horse racing competition worth N$ 300 000 has attracted close to 90 horses which will battle in 17 sprints at Okahatjipara turf. Timo Mujeu from the Professor...

NFA announces Namibia Premier League kick-off date
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NFA announces Namibia Premier League kick-off date

The Namibia Football Association (NFA) yesterday announced that the Namibia Premier League will kick off in the first week of September. In a memo outlining the pre-season activities planned for the 2024/2025 year, the association detailed several key events and meetings. The NFA stated that there will be a meeting for all clubs on 28...

Andy Murray withdraws from Olympics tennis singles
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Andy Murray withdraws from Olympics tennis singles

Andy Murray has officially withdrawn from the tennis singles’ competition at the Paris Olympics but will still take part in the doubles event, the two-time gold medallist announced yesterday. The British former world number one, who had back surgery last month, said he would “concentrate on the doubles with Dan (Evans).” – Namapa/AFP

Emerging talent primed for Paris 
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Emerging talent primed for Paris 

Muhammad Ali, Floyd Mayweather and Lennox Lewis are among the boxing greats who cut their teeth at the Olympics, with a new generation of fighters eager to follow their footsteps in Paris. But there are serious questions over whether the sport will even remain on the Olympic programme. Boxing made its debut at the modern...

Namibia to play for bronze after semi-final loss to Zim
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Namibia to play for bronze after semi-final loss to Zim

In a major upset in African rugby, defending champions Namibia were defeated 32-10 by Zimbabwe in yesterday’s Africa Cup match in Kampala, Uganda.  With this victory, Zimbabwe advance to the final, where they will face Algeria on Sunday. Algeria secured their spot in the final by defeating Kenya 20-12, with star fullback Julien Caminati kicking...

Cyclists arrive in Paris as Olympics start Friday
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Cyclists arrive in Paris as Olympics start Friday

Namibia’s cyclist Vera Looser and her team yesterday arrived in Paris, where she is set to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics, which is set to commence in less than two days.   The games will officially commence on Friday, and conclude on 11 August at the Stade de France.  A total of 10 714...

Kilimanjaro Boxing Club returns 
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Kilimanjaro Boxing Club returns 

Six months ago, the MTC Kilimanjaro Boxing Club embarked on an ambitious journey to bring boxing to the youth in Namibia’s remote regions. With a mission to scout and nurture young talent, the initiative covered regions, namely Zambezi, Kavango East and West, Oshana, Omusati, Oshikoto and Ohangwena, covering more than 50 schools.  It aims to...

Lace up for Bank Windhoek’s Red Run 
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Lace up for Bank Windhoek’s Red Run 

The Bank Windhoek Red Run, previously known as the Bank Windhoek Relay, is shaping up to be a memorable, active and thrilling experience.  The event is a collaboration between the /Ae //Gams Sports Club and Bank Windhoek, and is scheduled to take place on 10 August in Windhoek, starting at Zoo Park.  Anticipating a day...