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Namibian bass anglers cast for glory on world stage 
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Namibian bass anglers cast for glory on world stage 

Hilma Nalupe  When most Namibians think of sport, football, rugby, or athletics usually come to mind. But this week, a small group of dedicated anglers is making history on the international stage, representing Namibia at the XIX Black Bass World Championships in South Africa. Bass angling is a boat-based sport where only bass are targeted...

We prepared well – Kahuure 
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We prepared well – Kahuure 

Zebaldt Ngaruka  Otjinene team manager Brix Kahuure has credited discipline, commitment, and early preparation for their dominant performance at the recently concluded VRK All-Stars tournament held in Windhoek.  Hosted by the Namibia Rural Sports Development Federation at Khomasdal Stadium, Otjinene clinched both the football and netball titles, asserting their dominance across the board.  Speaking to...

Nedbank for Good Series graces the coast 
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Nedbank for Good Series graces the coast 

Hilma Nalupe  The Nedbank for Good Series has wrapped up its coastal leg in style, delivering three competitive and well-supported tournaments at Henties Bay Golf and Lifestyle Estate, Rossmund Golf Course, and Walvis Bay Golf Club.  Action teed off on 16 August at Henties Bay Golf and Lifestyle Estate, where a husband-and-wife duo stole the...

Boma, Unbroken Promises victors at Back2Basics 
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Boma, Unbroken Promises victors at Back2Basics 

Zebalt Ngaruka  Racehorses Boma from Harambee Sports Club (HSC) and Unbroken Promises of Eamon Freygang won the main races at the Back2Basics race held at the Gobabis turf in the Omaheke Region on Saturday.  The distance of 2 000 metres was the main plate of the competition for both Nambred and Thoroughbred categories.  HSC’s Boma...

Giving Williams her flowers 
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Giving Williams her flowers 

In a world where time often dictates the pace of our passions, Stella Williams continues to write her own story, defying age, rewriting limits, and shining brighter with every stride on the pitch.  At 47, while many of her former teammates have hung up their boots, Williams remains at the heart of Beauties FC’s midfield:...

Ndakulilwa, the qualified nurse and referee
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Ndakulilwa, the qualified nurse and referee

Not only does the MTC HopSol Youth League continue to produce Namibia’s rising soccer talents, but administrators and officials are advancing their educational backgrounds. One such official is Angala Hertha Ndakulilwa, who recently completed her Nursing degree after four years of study.  Ndakulilwa was raided in Epumbu village, Okahao constituency, where she attended primary school...

Bowling championship a success
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Bowling championship a success

Michelle Crawford, the marketing manager at Namibia Bowling Association, says the recent National Bowling Championship held in Tsumeb, lived up to the organiser’s expectations. The event was held over the weekend, where over 100 bowlers convened to battle it out for top honours in various categories. The annual tournament was attended by various bowling champions...

KBA playoffs intensify
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KBA playoffs intensify

The Unam Wolves’ ambitions of reaching the finals of the Khomas Basketball League (KBA) received a major boost on Saturday after they secured a decisive 89-82 victory over Unam Rebels at the Unam Gym Hall. The playoffs feature four teams, Wolves, Rebels, Afro-Stars and Quality Basketball, battling for two places in next month’s final. The...