African Stars’ journey in the Caf Champions League came to a heartbreaking end on Saturday. They were eliminated by Botswana’s Jwaneng Galaxy after a 6-5 defeat on penalties in the second leg. Despite winning the first preliminary leg 1-0, the Namibian side could not hold onto their advantage in the return fixture, where Jwaneng Galaxy...
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DTS triumphs 8-1 over KFA …as Dama and Riverheights draw
Isai Sipunga In a commanding display of football, the Deutscher Turn und Sportverein (DTS) U/17 team triumphed over the Kaizen Football Academy (KFA) with an overwhelming 8-1 victory on Saturday in the MTC HopSol Youth Soccer League at the Sports Klub Windhoek Field. This decisive win has not only showcased DTS’ attacking prowess but also...
Coleman dared to dream
Suzith Tjitaura Professional footballer Zenatha Coleman says hard work, determination and discipline helped her get to where she is today. Now playing winger for Turkish club Fenerbahçe, Coleman has in the past captained the Namibian women’s national team, the Brave Gladiators, and also played for Sevilla and Valencia in Spain. With Namibia commemorating Heroes’ Day...
The life and times of unheralded football icon
Cometh the hour, cometh the man, Katutura glamour football club African Stars boasts a filthy-rich resume from its inevitable birth at Windhoek’s Old Location in 1952. The club has gone from strength to strength, growing in stature from a basic community social establishment to a well-structured business entity. Well, there is an old saying that...
Katutura Central Heroes Cup kicks off today
Zebaldt Ngaruka The first edition of the Katutura Central Heroes Cup under the auspices of the Namibia Rural Sports Development Federation is starting today at the famous Khomasdal Stadium in Windhoek. The N$50 000-worth competition attracted 12 football and 10 netball All Stars teams from various constituencies, and is spearheaded by Katutura Central constituency councillor...
Dundee Precious Metals Tsumeb raises N$230 000
During their 14th Golf Fun Day held recently at the DPM Tsumeb Golf Club, Dundee Precious Metals Tsumeb successfully raised N$230 000. The event brought together 24 teams from leading institutions and industries for a day of friendly competition and community support. The teams teed off at 08h00, enjoying a full day of golfing excitement...
Warriors ready to roar in Afcon qualifiers… thrilling showdowns nearing
The Brave Warriors of Namibia are strapping on their boots and gearing up for a battles of epic proportions in Group J of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers. Their first test is a showdown against the indomitable five-time champions Cameroon on 7 September, followed by a clash with Kenya on the 10th. The...
Nathanael to face Fuzile in a 10-round showdown
Namibian boxer Sebastian Nathaniel is lacing up his gloves for another electrifying bout on international soil. This time, he is in East London, South Africa, where he will step into the ring against the formidable Azinga Fuzile in a 10-round clash this Sunday. The action will go on at the iconic Orient Theatre, a venue...
Personality of the week – From goalkeeper to centre court: Mwale Mulenamaswe’s unstoppable journey
Local netball sensation and a former 2019 Miss Namibia contestant, Mulenamaswe is absolutely hooked on the sport. New Era Sports caught up with the vibrant player, who defends the colours of the Namibian Correctional Service, to dive into her journey, aspirations and the quirks that make her tick on and off the court. What inspired...
Shimooshili laments abuse of referees
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) is conducting a three-day CAF Safe Stadium Initiative Workshop at Football House in Katutura. It started from 20 August to 23 August. The Safe Stadium Initiative aims to create a safe environment for everyone coming to football venues, and promote a safety and security culture within member associations across Africa....