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FNB Classic Clashes kick off in Rehoboth
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FNB Classic Clashes kick off in Rehoboth

Hilma Nalupe The 2025 edition of the FNB Classic Clashes was launched in stirring fashion as MK Gertze High School hosted Dr Lemmer High for the season’s first rugby match in Rehoboth.  The match, played at the MK Gertze rugby field on 16 July, and charged with school pride and community spirit, marked the beginning...

Stanley Mutoya: We came, we saw, we conquered … Region 5 CEO reflects on games legacy and road ahead
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Stanley Mutoya: We came, we saw, we conquered … Region 5 CEO reflects on games legacy and road ahead

The 2024 Region 5 Youth Games hosted in Namibia have concluded, leaving behind more than just medals and records.  According to Stanley Mutoya, the Chief Executive Officer of the Region 5 Games, the recently held multi-sport event set a new standard in participation, inclusion, infrastructure and social development. Stronger participation and competitive growth Mutoya praised...

Namibia’s rugby dream still alive
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Namibia’s rugby dream still alive

The president of the Namibia Rugby Union (NRU), Petrie Theron, has reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to securing a place at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, following Namibia’s recent performance in the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup. Speaking at a press conference yesterday, Theron reflected on the team’s journey in the continental tournament, where Namibia...

Indoor netball stadiums on the horizon
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Indoor netball stadiums on the horizon

Hilma Nalupe In a major boost for netball in Namibia, the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture has announced that land has been allocated for the construction of indoor netball facilities in several regions.  The development was revealed by Director Jo-Anne Manuel during the official welcoming of the national team, the Debmarine...

All systems go for annual sports awards
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All systems go for annual sports awards

Hilma Nalupe The Namibia Sports Commission (NSC) officially launched the 21st edition of the Namibia Annual Sports Awards (Nasa) at the Namsphire Sport Village in Windhoek yesterday.  This year’s ceremony is scheduled for 22 November in Ongwediva, bringing the prestigious event back to the Oshana Region for the first time since 2019. Speaking at the...

Hahn, Du Plessis crowned
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Hahn, Du Plessis crowned

Hugo Hahn and Monique du Plessis were crowned the 2025 Nedbank Namibian Mountain Bike XCC, XCO, and Cross-Country Championships after two days of fierce competition at the Towerbos Trails over the weekend. The event was organised by the Namibia Cycling Federation (NCF) and proudly sponsored by Nedbank Namibia. Hahn produced a dominant performance in the...

Swallows U/19 claw back to draw 2-all against SKW
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Swallows U/19 claw back to draw 2-all against SKW

SKW were on course to collect three points at the Trustco United Football Field on Saturday, only to lose grip and let Swallows score two set pieces to earn a 2-all draw. The MTC HopSol Youth League second leg kicked off last week with the youngsters hungry for game time, as the school resumed after...

Rosh Pinah youth keep dreams alive through football
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Rosh Pinah youth keep dreams alive through football

KEETMANSHOOP – In the mining town of Rosh Pinah, local resident George Zahl has made it his civic duty to guide the youth towards a brighter future through sport.  Using his free time, Zahl mentors young football players, steering them away from the dangers of the streets—such as substance abuse, immorality, and petty crime. Speaking...