FARM NICO NORTH – Visitors at a horseracing event at Farm Nico North near Gibeon last weekend unanimously agreed that the idea of horseracing being a sport exclusively for men should be dispelled. Clifford Alberts, a horse owner and head of the organising committee hosting the event, stated that the time has come for women...
From dominating the World Aquatic Championships to conquering the All-Africa Games in Accra, Ghana, Ronan Wantenaar is a force to reckon with in the world of swimming. At just 23, the Namibian sensation continues to make waves and inspire a nation. Recently New Era Sport caught up with the 23-year-old swimmer who shed light on...
The top-flight FNB Women’s Super League concluded its last-round football matches last weekend before taking a break until January. According to the Namibia Football Association (NFA), the women’s football league will resume on 25 January 2025. Several matches were played at various venues throughout the weekend. After five rounds, Khomas Nampol sits atop the standings...
The Namibian senior women’s hockey team successfully defended their Nkosi Cup in Cape Town on Tuesday night, crushing South Africa 3-1 in an intense final at the Wynberg Military Base. The victory marked another milestone for Namibia, securing their second consecutive Nkosi Cup. Namibia took control early in the match, with Jivanka Kruger scoring the...
Organisers of the third edition of the 2024 Nedbank Volley first Tournament, scheduled for 21 December at the Mole in Swakopmund, say it’s all systems go for the highly-anticipated social event. Dave Hammond of Connect People to People (CPTP), said they have partnered Nedbank Namibia to organise the tournament, which moves from northern Namibia to...
Despite delivering a title-charged message last weekend following their back-to-back wins, Khomas Nampol’s Fortune Eichab said they will not be carried away with their recent good results and set unrealistic expectations for themselves. “I believe that is a good confidence-booster for us, but we’ll not let the great form get to our minds, and get...
The Bank Windhoek Kehat Beukes Chess Tournament hosted in conjunction with the Namibia Chess Federation (NCF) attracted 70 participants over the past weekend. The tournament, which was sponsored by Bank Windhoek, was held from Saturday, 14 to15 December in Swakopmund. It was dominated by Namibian players who travelled from across the country, and had an...
Pinehas K Pinehas Anti-Doping Namibia took an important step in raising awareness about the dangers of doping at the Africa Netball Cup, held from 9 to 14 December at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund. The organisation set up a booth to educate athletes, officials, and the public about the severe health impacts of doping with...
Pinehas K Pinehas Netball is often viewed as a female-dominated sport, but Boikhutso Victor Tuelo, a passionate sports enthusiast from Botswana, is breaking barriers and inspiring others to follow his lead. As a male umpire at the recently- concluded Africa Netball Cup held in Swakopmund, his involvement is a significant step towards diversifying the sport....
Phileas Janka, the talented goalkeeper who has been the backbone of his team Collin Benjamin Soccer (CBS) Academy, recently won the Under-19 goalkeeper’s trophy after playing a pivotal role in guiding them to the honours in their group. Janka, who conceded only eight goals throughout the season, demonstrated exceptional skills in preventing opposition goals. As...