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Personality of the week – Gowaseb takes coaching lane
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Personality of the week – Gowaseb takes coaching lane

Namibian T54 wheelchair racer Roodly Gowaseb, known for his resilience on the track and passion for para-sport development, is now taking on another role as coach.  The decorated T54 para-athlete, who has represented Namibia in various regional and international competitions, has started transitioning into coaching after completing a certified course with the Namibia National Olympic...

Willy Stephanus Foundation gives back 
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Willy Stephanus Foundation gives back 

Zebaldt Ngaruka In a show of community spirit, the Awilo Stephanus Foundation on Tuesday donated printing paper and sanitary pads worth N$3 000 to Immanuel Shifidi Secondary School in Windhoek.  Speaking on behalf of the foundation, Billa Kandjii said the gesture forms part of their social responsibility and reflects their dedication to supporting Namibian learners....

Sunshine academy champions grassroots boxing development
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Sunshine academy champions grassroots boxing development

The MTC Nestor Sunshine Boxing and Fitness Academy, co-sponsored by PstBet in collaboration with the Khomas Boxing Federation, is scheduled to host an amateur boxing development event on Saturday at the After School Centre in Windhoek. The event intends to develop young boxing talent, ensuring a brighter future for Namibian boxing.  It also demonstrates to...

Capricorn Eagles scouts for talent
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Capricorn Eagles scouts for talent

The Capricorn Eagles, Namibia’s national women’s cricket team, are on an exciting nationwide tour to find the next generation of cricket talent. As part of their talent identification roadshow, the team has split into two groups, travelling to Outjo and Otjiwarongo to spend time with aspiring young players.  Outjo, one of the largest hubs for...

NPFL kick off delays on card …amid club licensing, unpaid referee wages
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NPFL kick off delays on card …amid club licensing, unpaid referee wages

The much-anticipated start of the Namibia Premier Football League (NPFL) seems to be in jeopardy, with several challenges risking delaying the 2025/2026 season even before it kicks off. The league probably will not start soon, as some newly promoted clubs like Rundu Chiefs, Life Fighters and Eleven Arrows, along with several others besides African Stars...

Erongo Powersave race returns for 12th editio
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Erongo Powersave race returns for 12th editio

Hilma Nalupe The Directorate of Sport Development under the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture officially launched the 12th edition of the Erongo Powersave Street Mile yesterday in Windhoek.  The much-anticipated event is set to take place this coming Saturday in Omaruru. Race director and Erongo regional sport officer Berthold Karumendu said...

Desert Jewels set for intense double tour
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Desert Jewels set for intense double tour

The Desert Jewels of Namibia are preparing for an action-packed international tour that will see them compete in the upcoming Celtic Cup in Scotland and the Netball Africa Cup in Malawi. The second edition of the Celtic Cup will take place from 26 to 30 November at the Emirates Arena in Glasgow, Scotland.  Namibia will...

Rundu Tennis Club rising as northern powerhouse
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Rundu Tennis Club rising as northern powerhouse

In a town where football has long dominated and sports facilities remain scarce, a determined group of tennis enthusiasts in Rundu is steadily changing the narrative.  What began as a casual pastime for one individual has evolved into one of northern Namibia’s most promising tennis club, Rundu Tennis Club, which is now producing players who...

Corporate Chess Challenge raises N$44 000
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Corporate Chess Challenge raises N$44 000

The Namibia Chess Federation (NCF) hosted the 2025 Corporate Chess Team Challenge on Saturday, at Windhoek Gymnasium Private School.  The event brought together corporate companies for a day of strategic competition, networking and charitable engagement, which raised N$44 000 for the Bank Windhoek Cancer Apple Project.  A total of nine teams, representing seven companies, participated...